Fred Dent brings decades of experience to helping clients navigate complex markets. His career began on Wall Street during the 1987 market crash, shaping his commitment to disciplined, client-first advice. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Fred now partners with Wealth Enhancement to deliver personalized strategies and holistic planning. A Louisiana State University graduate, he’s deeply engaged in his community through Rotary Club and nonprofit boards.

Steve brings over two decades of experience in financial services and over a decade as a practicing tax attorney. His experience bridges tax law and financial planning, helping clients navigate complex transitions in their lives and businesses. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Steve offers deep insight into business succession strategies. He’s also committed to service, most recently serving on the board of Jumpstart, USA, a national prison ministry.

Ben Putman brings more than 35 years of experience and a comprehensive approach to wealth management. As a CPA and CFP® with additional credentials in business valuation and divorce planning, Ben helps individuals, families, and business owners navigate complex financial decisions with clarity and confidence. His experience spans tax strategy, retirement planning, estate planning, and investment management.

Shelley launched her career in the financial services industry as a branch manager for Citizens Bank in Saginaw, Michigan. She then transitioned into wealth management, becoming a financial advisor in 2004 with Morgan Stanley, later with Merrill Lynch, and subsequently with her own company, Norris & Company.

In 1997, Garry joined his brother’s broker/dealer firm, L.M. Kohn & Co. In subsequent years, he went on to open a branch office as Kohn Wealth Management Advisors. He is a Five Star Wealth Management Award recipient for the fourteenth year. In his current position as a financial advisor with Wealth Enhancement, Garry continues to focus on his main goal: to provide clients with a coordinated approach to make intelligent financial challenges—plan well, live better.

After beginning his career as a national advertising photographer, Art shifted in 2006 into financial services with Edward Jones, later with L. M. Kohn & Co. and subsequently, with his own firm, Art Rosser Financial Services Group. As a financial advisor with Wealth Enhancement, Art brings the same client-focused dedication and strategic thinking that has defined his professional life.

After a career in pro football with the Seattle Seahawks and the Dallas Cowboys, Ryan became a partner at Financial Designs in 2013, before joining forces with Wealth Enhancement Group as a financial advisor in 2025. Ryan’s primary focus is working with business owners to develop and manage group retirement plans and insurance benefits programs that help them attract and retain highly qualified employees.

Paige began her career in the financial industry in 2002 with a focus on providing outstanding service. She became a partner at Financial Designs in 2013, before joining forces with Wealth Enhancement Group in 2025 as a financial advisor.  Paige works with business owners and their employees to create and manage various benefits programs to adapt to the changing needs of employees in a constantly changing world.  

Scott brings over 30 years of experience helping individuals and families build strong financial futures. His experience allows him to guide clients through all stages of life with comprehensive, thoughtful strategies. Beyond his client practice, Scott contributed to the first edition of The Advisor’s Guide for Long-Term Care, published by the American Bar Association, and has authored several articles and spoken at industry meetings on the subject.

Becoming a financial advisor was a natural path for Tim, deeply rooted in his early fascination with strategy, goals and the impact of well-thought-out decisions on people’s lives. With 20 years’ experience in the industry, Tim joined Wealth Enhancement as a financial advisor where he focuses on building relationships with his clients to enable them to preserve the future of their families and businesses — keeping their wealth front and center.