Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc.

Meet the Executive Team

Thomas J. Berthel | Email

Chief Executive Officer and Director of Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc.

Mr. Berthel founded Berthel Fisher in 1985. Until June 1993, Tom served as President and has carried the title of Chief Executive Officer and Director ever since. Mr. Berthel has a unique perspective on the needs of today's investors, as he remains a working broker. He holds a Bachelor's degree from St. Ambrose College in Davenport, Iowa (1974), as well as a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa (1993). Tom holds the securities licenses of Series: 3, 7, 24, 27, 39, 63, 65, and is also a Chartered Life Underwriter.

Ronald O. Brendengen | Email

Chief Operating Officer, Treasurer and Director of Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc.

Mr. Brendengen joined Berthel Fisher in July of 1985. He holds a certified public accounting certificate and worked previously in public accounting. Prior to his term at Berthel Fisher, Ron worked in various capacities for Morris Plan and MorAmerica Financial Corp. Mr. Brendengen attended the University of Iowa before receiving a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business Administration with a minor in Economics from Mt. Mercy College, Cedar Rapids, Iowa (1978). Ron holds the Series 27 securities license.

Rick Murphy | Email

President and Director of Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc.

Mr. Murphy started with Berthel Fisher in 1995 as Director of Sales & Marketing for its equipment finance subsidiary. In 2001 Rick was made Vice President of Business Development, and in 2007 was promoted to Vice President, Syndicate Manager. Prior to joining Berthel Fisher, Mr. Murphy was a principal owner of two agricultural related businesses for 15 years. He attended Texas Christian University. Rick holds the securities licenses of Series: 7, 24, and 66.

Daniel P. Wegmann | Email

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc.

Mr. Wegmann joined Berthel Fisher as Chief Accountant in May of 1990. In January of 1994 he was promoted to the position of Corporate Controller, and currently serves as Vice President / CFO. Prior to joining Berthel Fisher, Mr. Wegmann began his 20 year career with Wilson Foods in 1970 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He served in managerial accounting positions with Wilson Foods in Kansas City, Oklahoma City, and Cedar Rapids before returning to Cedar Rapids in 1980. Mr. Wegmann is a graduate of Loras College with a degree in Accounting. Dan holds a Series 27 securities license.

Leslie D. Smith | Email

General Counsel of Berthel Fisher & Company, Financial Services, Inc.

Mr. Smith joined Berthel Fisher in June of 1994 as General Counsel and Secretary. Prior to accepting his current position, Les held a variety of executive positions throughout the Midwest. His previous experience includes: Gateway 2000, Inc., General Electric Capital Corporation, Leaseamerica Corporation and Life Investors Inc. Mr. Smith was awarded a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Iowa Wesleyan College (1976), and went on to receive his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Dayton School Of Law (1980). Les holds the securities licenses of Series: 7, 24, and 63.

Julie K. Driscoll | Email

Senior Vice President of Berthel Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc.

Ms. Driscoll has served as Assistant Secretary of Berthel Fisher since 1994. February, 1999 she was elected Vice President of Corporate Development and Administration. In August of 2006 Julie was again promoted and currently serves as Senior Vice President of the Broker/Dealer. Julie joined the company in 1992, after serving as Executive Assistant at Seiferts, Inc. Ms. Driscoll graduated from Kirkwood Community College (1973).