As an Edward Jones financial advisor since 2001, I particularly enjoy helping clients and prospective clients better understand the various financial aspects of their lives. From budgeting to the necessity of having an emergency fund to the ins and outs of investing to identifying financial goals to the role of insurance, I help people appreciate the importance these areas play in their specific situation.

My team includes myself, my branch office administrator, Alicia Zlomke, and on-call branch office administrator, Cheryl Tonniges. We all strive to understand what is important to our clients. We then use an established process to develop personalized financial strategies and meet regularly to help ensure we stay on track.

I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and have also earned the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS®) designation* from the College of Financial Planning.

Staci and I have been married for 38 years, and we have two grown sons. We've lived in Kearney since 1995 and are active in a variety of community organizations and activities.

* The College for Financial Planning awards the AAMS® designation to individuals who successfully complete a 12-module professional education program, pass a final examination, commit to its code of ethics and agree to pursue continuing education.