Dale Copeman

The Financial Planning Co. exists to improve financial lives. We commonly work with people with retirement planning, notably investment management and income planning. Whether through finding previously unknown opportunities for clients or figuring out how much is enough for those who’re ready to step away or establishing financial ground rules for increasing the odds of success, FPC works hand-in-hand with clients on their way to financial independence. We believe that plans rarely work but planning does. Luke DeBoer has a long history of guiding individuals, families, and corporations in multiple facets of financial planning, including investing, retirement planning, insurance, & employer benefits consulting. To support these efforts, Luke is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, completed the Certified Benefits Professional program, and holds an MBA with a concentration in Tax from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. His professional career includes time at Fidelity Investments as a consultant, leading the financial wellbeing efforts for Delta Air Lines and for UnitedHealth Group, and as a Sr. Relationship Manager at Optum Bank, specializing in HSA’s and their relationship with retirement savings. Luke is married to Gina DeBoer and they have 5 children (Isabella, Veda, Judah, Lucia, Amelia), ages 6-15. They are members at Oakwood Community Church in Waconia. Luke also serves as a Board Member and the Treasurer of the Waconia public school district. Luke is a native Minnesotan, having grown up in the Elk River area.

My mission is simple. To help my clients make smart financial decisions so they can be in the position to live the life they want. Every client is different and everyone has different dreams. Your unique combination of family, education, health, life experiences, and interests help shape you and what you want out of life. 7th Street Financial will help you on your unique path with custom advice and plans. As an advisor, I have several primary roles I need to perform for my clients. 1. Listen. My first objective is to truly listen to clients and hear what is important to them so we can work towards the correct objectives. 2. Be knowledgable. This is what you pay me for. To know the things you don't that will improve your financial position. 3. Be flexible. Throughout the course of our relationship, life will inevitably throw you a few curve balls. We have to be flexible and adapt to your new life circumstances and new goals. 4. Be accountable. One of the main things people want out of an advisor is someone to keep them on task forgetting the things done they need to do. The firm's tagline is Financial Planning for the 99%. I say this because I believe financial planning is not just for those that have over $5 million in assets. Many financial advisors require you to build up $500,000 before they will talk to you. I believe people need help to get to that mark and beyond. We all want to be able to do the things that bring joy to our lives. That is my ultimate goal for you. To help you make the financial moves that will put you in the position to do the things that bring

Rebekah Hartmann is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in helping clients develop strategies to pursue their financial goals, including family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and socially responsible, values-based, and ESG investing. She holds professional designations as an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Rebekah has a diverse educational background, including a Bachelor's Degree from Iowa State University, a Master's Degree from Colorado School of Mines, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University, and an MBA from the University of Missouri System. She is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Veterinary Medical Association, Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce, Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association, National Association of Women Business Owners, and Quorum LGBTQ+ and Allied Chamber of Commerce. In addition to her professional work, Rebekah is involved with the Bank of America, Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association, and the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Her personal interests include biking, gardening, hiking, horseback riding, music, and reading.

James Thiher is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 1978, he has developed strategies and provided advice tailored to individuals, families, and businesses by focusing on their short- and long-term financial goals. His areas of expertise include services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. James earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2008 and is a qualified Portfolio Manager. He manages personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, utilizing individual securities, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party strategies. He holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Iowa State University. Residing in Orono with his wife, Donna, James is active in the community, supporting several Twin Cities nonprofit organizations such as Neighborhood House and Wishes & More. He also maintains involvement with Viterbo University and Mercy Hospital Foundation. His personal interests include football, reading, scuba diving, and traveling.