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Andrew is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional as well as a Retirement Income Certified Professional® and Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®, who has been with Wealth Enhancement Group since 2007. His love of learning and for helping others achieve clarity in their financial lives is evident within his approach to thoughtfully understanding each client’s individual goals, values and aspirations.




Andrew earned a Master of Business Administration from Augsburg University and a Graduate Certificate in Personal Financial Planning from Kansas State University. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from The College of Saint Scholastica. They have since recognized him with the Young Alumni Achievement Award, as well as one of only 100 people inducted into their Century of Saints. Andrew is also a multi-winner (2017-2023) of the “FIVE STAR Wealth Manager” as noted in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business magazine.*




He resides in Stillwater and loves spending time outdoors with his wife and two sons throughout the St. Croix River Valley. In his free time, Andrew also volunteers as an University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener and serves on the Congregational Council at his local church.




*Award criteria based on 10 objective criteria associated with providing quality services to clients such as credentials, experience and assets under management among other factors. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 or 2023 FIVE STAR Wealth Managers. Awarded 11/01/16 for the period of 2/25/16 - 10/14/16. Awarded 12/01/17 for the period of 2/23/17 - 10/13/17. Awarded 12/01/18 for the period of 3/23/18 - 10/23/18. Awarded 12/01/19 for the period of 3/01/19 - 10/25/19. Awarded 12/01/20 for the period of 3/30/20 - 10/23/20. Awarded 12/01/21 for the period of 3/29/21 - 10/08/21. Awarded 12/01/22 for the period of 3/14/22 - 10/18/22.




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Discover the true essence of the holiday season with our guide on Charitable Giving Tuesday. Learn how to design a giving plan, explore different ways to give, and understand the tax benefits of charitable donations to make a lasting impact.
Andrew Thelander CFP®, RICP®, CAP®

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Following these tips can potentially help relieve some of that worry and provide a successful transition into retirement.
Andrew Thelander CFP®, RICP®, CAP®

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