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About Us

Cornerstone Wealth Management® is a comprehensive investment advisory firm dedicated to making a positive financial difference for families and individuals.

Our team is composed of established, seasoned professionals who have an average of 19 years of professional investment experience. Advisors associated with Cornerstone Wealth Management® are independent but part of a collaborative community, so it  is our belief that our clients benefit from the collective knowledge of our many advisors.

We are committed to clear guidance, straightforward communication and transparent fees, so you understand the strategies we use and can feel confident that you're headed toward your goals. We take pride in building relationships on trust so we can fully understand your financial situation and help bring clarity to your financial future. 

To find an advisor in your area, use our Find an Advisor page.

Strategic Alliances to 
Better Serve You

At Cornerstone, our financial advisors operate independently but are never alone. We foster a collaborative culture where advisors actively exchange time-tested strategies and solutions, striving to ensure that you benefit from the collective expertise of our entire team.

Through our affiliation with LPL Financial, a leading national financial services firm, Cornerstone advisors have access to comprehensive research, robust technology, and a wide assortment of investments to enhance their ability to serve clients.

With support from both Cornerstone and LPL Financial, your advisor has more knowledge and time to dedicate to serving your distinct needs.

*As reported by Financial Planning magazine, June 1996-2025, based on total revenue

Mission & Values

Our mission is to guide successful families to financial confidence using comprehensive wealth strategies.

Our Process

As passionate advocates for our clients, we believe that providing independent, objective guidance is the best way to serve their best interests.

Our History

We strive to build meaningful relationships based on trust to better support the needs, goals and ideal futures of the families we serve.

Our Process

We seek to bring confidence and understanding to our clients’ financial lives through our straightforward approach and clear guidance.

Our History

As independent advisors, we have the freedom to choose the strategies that can help our clients pursue financial independence.

Meet the dedicated professionals who support the advisors of Cornerstone Wealth Management®. Our operations, compliance and investment teams work behind the scenes to provide the expertise and resources that help advisors serve their clients with excellence.

Executive Management Team

Joe Keifer

Joe Keifer

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

Dean Millonas

Dean Millonas

Director of Business Development

Thomas Gooden

Thomas Gooden

Chief Compliance Officer

Liyin Bao

Liyin Bao, CFA

Portfolio & Program Manager, LPL Operations Manager

Khurram Naveed

Khurram Naveed, CFA

Portfolio Manager, LPL Operations Manager

Patrick Lodes

Patrick Lodes

Managing Director of Recruiting

Leslie Garrison

Leslie Garrison

Chief Operating Officer

John Howard

John Howard

Controller

John Wehmer

John H. Wehmer, CFP®

Director of Advisor Development

Don Aulbert

Don Aulbert

Director of Wealth Enhancement Strategies

Chris Swenson

Chris Swenson, CFP®

Director of Advisor Engagement

Operations Team

Leslie Garrison

Leslie Garrison

Chief Operating Officer

John Howard

John Howard

Controller

Brandi Durell

Brandi Durell

Client Services Specialist

Marsha  Kelley

Marsha Kelley

Client Services Specialist

Michele Touchette

Michele Touchette

Client Services Specialist

Alaina Budnick

Alaina Budnick

Onboarding & Transitions Specialist

Diane Wattler

Diane Wattler

Director of First Impressions

Laurie Triplett-Wood

Laurie Triplett-Wood

Branch Operations Associate

Elizabeth Siesener

Elizabeth Siesener

Payroll Specialist

Nish Gorczyca

Nish Gorczyca

Marketing Manager

Compliance Team

Thomas Gooden

Thomas Gooden

Chief Compliance Officer

Dave Kaplan

Dave Kaplan

Compliance Analyst

Mark Beckrich

Mark Beckrich

Compliance Analyst

Kim Nellesen

Kim Nellesen

Compliance Specialist

Investment Team

Liyin Bao

Liyin Bao, CFA

Portfolio & Program Manager, LPL Operations Manager

Khurram Naveed

Khurram Naveed, CFA

Portfolio Manager, LPL Operations Manager

Regina Crook

Regina Crook

Sr. CWP Operations Specialist

Camryn Openlander

Camryn Openlander

CWP Operations Specialist