Mike attended the University of Nebraska, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. After completing an internship, with Northwestern Mutual, Mike found his passion for helping people in this industry. Upon graduation, Mike moved back to Mitchell and began his career with Northwestern Mutual in 1994 as a financial advisor. He’s currently a Wealth Management Advisor and founder of HarborTrust Wealth Management. Mike and Kim have three adult children Taylor (Denver, CO), Spencer (Anchorage, AK), and Zachary (Wichita, KS). Mike enjoys fishing, biking, traveling, and cheering on the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

Awards:

2019 Advisor of the Year, 2021 Advisor of the Year, 2023 Forbes Best in State Top Financial Security Professional, 2023 Long Term Care Leader

Forbes Best-in-State Top Financial Security Professionals list (July 2023), Research and ranking provided by SHOOK Research, LLC. Based upon data as of 12/31/2022. Northwestern Mutual (NM) and its advisors do not pay for placement on 3rd party rating or ranking lists.  NM and its advisors do, however, pay marketing fees to these organizations to promote the rating or ranking(s).  Rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success.

In 2018, Matt made a pivotal career shift, transitioning from hotel ownership in Mitchell, SD, becoming a Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual. Initially a client himself, Matt recognized the value of financial security and found a passion for helping others achieve it. Selling the hotel proved strategic, allowing him to take charge of his career path and empower others on their financial journeys.

Later in 2023, Matt was appointed Managing Director of the Black Hills/Mitchell District, subsequently relocating to Rapid City with his wife and furry companions. This move combined his love for financial advising with leadership, enabling him to leverage his team's expertise and build trust with a wider clientele.

Matt and his wife are proud parents to five children and grandparents to two. His career with Northwestern Mutual allows him to cultivate a fulfilling life filled with family adventures and shared experiences.

In his free time, Matt enjoys the thrill of soccer (a loyal Liverpool supporter!), exploring uncharted destinations, camping, and embracing all forms of outdoor recreation. Family remains paramount, and together they believe strongly in giving back to their community and fostering kindness in all interactions. His home and offices reflect this value, welcoming spaces filled with genuine and caring individuals.

Awards:

2020 Best of Mitchell Financial Advisor, 2021 & 2022 Under Five Year Advisor of the Year

Brent attended the University of Wyoming to study business and join the wrestling team. He then transferred back home to finish his accounting degree at Dakota Wesleyan University. He went on to obtain his Masters of Professional Accountancy from Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD. During his time at Augustana, he interned at Northwestern Mutual. He loved financial planning and impact we get to make on our client’s lives so he became a full time advisor in 2018. He has since earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification which is no easy feat. Brent enjoys working with retirees, the agriculture industry, and small business owners. He resides in Mitchell, SD where he enjoys spending time with his family, working on the farm, volunteering with a youth wrestling program, and traveling.

Awards:

1-Star Pathfinder, 2021 Saphire Star Club Qualifier

Tricia joined our team in 2022. In her role as Client Service Coordinator, she handles insurance client onboarding and service requests. She plays a key role in case prep and underwriting. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, biking, reading, and spending time with her family. She is licensed in life, health, and Disability insurance. She also holds her Series 7 and 63 registrations. Contact Tricia for any questions related to your life insurance policy, client information updates, scheduling an appointment, or billing account updates.

Taylor has been on our team for 5 years now. In her role, she handles investment client onboarding and service requests. She also enjoys working on miscellaneous projects to improve the client experience. She is licensed in life, health, and Disability insurance. She loves traveling, reading, and staying active. Taylor is originally from Mitchell, SD and currently resides in Denver, CO with her boyfriend and dog, Lola. Contact Taylor for any questions related to servicing your investment account, scheduling an appointment, or help with the Northwestern Mutual client website.

Brian has been a part of our team for 15 years. He assists with analysis of clients' investment accounts and helps in building customized financial plans for new and existing clients. He holds CLU® and RICP® designations and series 6, 7, 9, 10, 63, and 66 registrations. He is also licensed in life, health, and Disability insurance. Brian is originally from Mitchell, SD and currently resides in Sioux Falls with his wife Christine and four daughters.

Chase joined our team in 2024. In his role, he works in our financial planning software and excels at analyzing investment portfolios. While not at work, he enjoys spending time with family, going to sporting events, hiking, and reading. Contact Chase for any investment portfolio analysis questions.