Principal® Financial Network of Nebraska
Principal® Financial Network of Nebraska is a group of local offices representing Principal. We are dedicated to helping individuals, businesses and their employees achieve financial security and success in our communities. We proudly represent Principal with integrity and professionalism.
Working with us
If you’re interested in working with us as a financial professional, we’ll provide you a professional and supportive environment that helps you build your knowledge and skills. Learn more about what it’s like to work with us and meet our management team.
See our office locations & financial professionals
If you’re looking for a financial services product, we can help you find a local financial professional at Principal® to discuss your financial needs, as well as purchase life insurance, annuities, securities and investments.
See a list of financial professionals in Nebraska to contact one directly.
Do you want to make a difference and help others solve problems? We do too. That's why we want to talk to you about your future with Principal. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to move your business in a new direction, we’ve got your back.
An inclusive culture and tools to build your career
The one thing we have in common is that each of us is different. That’s why we seek diversity in the people we hire. Our inclusion extends to the way we do business with a flexible work culture. That may mean you want to focus on a specific market, be a solo practitioner or join a team. No matter what you choose, we’re here to give you the right tools to build your confidence and help you succeed.
Meet the management team
Now that you know a little about us, we’d like to tell you about the amazing folks you’ll be working with.
Gary Karthauser CLU®, ChFC®, CLF® - Senior Regional Managing Director
Gary is passionate about collaborating with his team of financial professional who specialize in helping business owners and individuals achieve their financial goals. As a graduate of Doane College, Gary joined Principal in 1981, was named Rookie of the Year in 1982, and entered full-time management in 1987.
Gary enjoys music, outdoor activities, and spending time with his family.
Contact information
402-434-5921, ext. 5926
karthauser.gary@principal.com
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Tim Snyder, CLF® - Senior Managing Director
Tim joined Principal in 2013 with a goal and passion to bring together and nurture a team of leaders and high performers. He engages with entrepreneurs looking for an opportunity to chart their own course and build their own business.
Tim and his wife, Rebecca have four young children which means his evenings and weekends are a whirlwind of activity which he wouldn't change for anything.
Contact information
snyder.timothy@principal.com
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Travis Borchardt - Managing Director
Travis joined Principal® Financial Network of Nebraska management team in 2022, bringing over 7 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry. As managing director, Travis is committed to helping financial professionals leverage their strengths and experiences to build successful practices. He recognizes that it all starts by helping others realize and achieve their financial goals and dreams.
Travis and his wife Brittney reside in Hickman along with their three kids, Deitrich, Tucker, and Oliver, and their two dogs, Maverick and Audie.
Contact information
402-434-7861
Borchardt.travis@principal.com
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Arlene Chase - Site Coordinator
The site coordinator is the glue that keeps our offices running smoothly. Along with the entire staff, Arlene is a problem solver who makes sure the business center is running smoothly and your questions are answered in a timely fashion.
Contact information
402-401-2323
chase.arlene@principal.com
Business development consultant
A business development consultant partners with the management team and representatives to implement strategies to expand their marketing, branding, and business development efforts at both the representative and firm level.
Nicola Veltri - Business Development Consultant
Contact information
402-401-2324
veltri.nicola@principal.com
New business consultants
The new business consultant role is a team approach, where each is responsible for consultation and management of all aspects of new business case design and submission. The team approach allows a consistent opportunity to partner with Financial Professionals and their teams along with our home office product partners to ensure cases are submitted accurately so they can be processed on time, in alignment with product area processes. This team is comprised of:
Beth Gilbert - New Business Consultant
Contact information
402-401-2340
gilbert.beth@principal.com
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Lori Lowe - New Business Consultant
Contact information
402-434-5920
lowe.lori@principal.com
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Kassie Hulick - Candidate Experience Consultant
Kassie started at Principal in August of 2021 and has over a year of experience in HR recruiting support. She specializes in candidate experience and delivering quality recruiting and selection assistance.
Kassie earned her bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies from Iowa State University.
Kassie enjoys going on walks with her dog, working on her father’s Ford Broncos, and hanging out with family and friends.
Contact information
515-878-0086
hulick.kassie@principal.com
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Lisa Rinehart, CLF® - Regional Talent & Acquisition Consultant
Lisa joined Principal in 2008 sourcing Registered Financial Professionals and Leaders for the Mid-West, Northwest, and Western United States. As one who believes in the values Principal upholds, along with the support and development we provide our teams, she enjoys sourcing talent to compliment Principal's culture of inclusion and client centric solutions.
Lisa has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry starting in 1996 managing Credit Union relationships on the West Coast.
Contact information
559-214-2123
rinehart.lisa@principal.com
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Interested in meeting with a financial professional near you? Great! Check out the list below to see who's available in your area and learn more.
Aurora office
1210 L Street
Aurora, NE 68818
402-694-5406
Directions to the Aurora office
| Kevin From kevin@svobodabenefits.com 402-631-6032 | Chad Svoboda* csvoboda@svobodabenefits.com 402-694-5406 Website |
Bellevue office
1508 JF Kennedy Drive, Suite 201
Bellevue, NE 68005
402-401-2312
Directions to the Bellevue office
| Ty Hughes, MBA, AIF® ty@thewalnuthilladvisors.com 402-401-2312 Website |
Elkhorn office
18205 Capitol Avenue, Suite 300
Elkhorn, NE 68022
402-492-8899
Directions to this Elkhorn office
Omaha offices
14217 Dayton Circle, Suite 3
Omaha, NE 68137
402-932-7233 or 866-666-7994
Directions to this Omaha office
| Mindy Helfrich, CDFA® mindy@vintagefinancialgroup.com 402-932-7233 | Tricia Seitelbach-Green tricia@vintagefinancialgroup.com 402-932-7233 |
| Pat Ricketts, MBA, CFP®, AIF® patricketts@vintagefinancialgroup.com 402-932-7233 |
Grand Island offices
3311 W. Stolley Park Road
Grand Island, NE 68801
308-398-4948
Directions to this Grand Island office
| Todd Anania anania.todd@principal.com 308-398-4946 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Hastings office
529 West 2nd Street
Hastings, NE 68901
402-462-6871
Directions to the Hastings office
| Branden Arrants arrants.branden@principal.com 402-462-6871 | Kay Georgiana, LUTCF®, MSFS georgiana.kay@principal.com 402-462-6871 Website |
| Cameron Brei brei.cameron@principal.com 402-462-6871 Website | Bill Sabatka sabatka.bill@principal.com 402-834-2211 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Holdrege office
415 East Avenue
Holdrege, NE 68949
308-995-4423
Directions to the Holdrege office
| Grant Ericksen, CMFC ericksen.grant@principal.com 308-995-4423 | Joshua Murdoch murdoch.joshua@principal.com 308-995-4423 |
| Dave Hunt hunt.david@principal.com 308-995-4423 |
Lincoln offices
770 North Cotner Boulevard, Suite 100
Lincoln, NE 68505
402-434-5920 or 800-443-2351
Directions to this Lincoln office
| Vince Henzel henzel.vince@principal.com 402-434-7875 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Jim Seiler, CLU® seiler.jim@principal.com 402-430-6883 |
1128 Lincoln Mall, Suite 200
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-434-8050
Directions to this Lincoln office
| Scot Blehm sblehm@midfin.com 402-975-8603 Website | LeaAnn Moore, CRC®, CPFA, AIF® lmoore@midfin.com 402-434-8050 Website |
| Mark Kamerzell mkamerzell@midfin.com 402-434-8050 Website | Jeff Platter jplatter@midfin.com 402-975-8626 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Minden office
128 East 4th Street
Minden, NE 68959
308-832-1450
Directions to the Minden office
| Todd Jensen, CLU®, ChFC® jensen.todd@principal.com 308-832-1450 |
North Platte office
319 East B Street
North Platte, NE 69101
308-532-3180
Directions to the North Platte office
| Brian Phares, ChFC® brianp@pharesfinancial.com 308-532-3180 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Scottsbluff office
1605 Broadway
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
308-632-8181
Directions to the Scottsbluff office
| Joel Lashley lashley.joel@principal.com 308-632-8181 |
Seward office
344 Main St, Suite 100
Seward, NE 68434
402-643-2900
Directions to the Seward office
| Shane Baack, CFP®, AIF® baack.shane@principal.com 402-643-2900 Website | Denny Wullenwaber wullenwaber.denny@principal.com 402-643-2900 Website |
York office
709 E 7th Street
York, NE 68467
402-362-1299
Directions to the York office
| Kara R. Rauert rauert.kara@principal.com 402-362-1299 |
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Insurance products from the Principal Financial Group® are issued by Principal National Life Insurance Co. (except in NY) and Principal Life Insurance Co. Securities and advisory products offered through Principal Securities, Inc., 800-247-1737, member SIPC. Principal National, Principal Life, and Principal Securities are members of the Principal Financial Group, Des Moines, IA 50392.
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Important Consumer Information: Financial Professionals of Principal Securities who are part of the Principal® Financial Network of Nebraska may only transact business in a particular state after licensure or satisfying qualifications requirements of that state, or only if he or she is excluded or exempted from the state's registration requirements. Follow-up, individualized responses to consumers in a particular state by any of the Financial Professionals of Principal Securities that involve either the effecting or attempting to effect transactions in securities or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, as the case may be, shall not be made without first complying with the state's requirements, or pursuant to an applicable state exemption or exclusion. For information concerning the licensure status or disciplinary history of a broker-dealer, investment adviser, BD agent or IA representative or any financial institution he or she represents, contact your state securities law administrator.
The Financial Professionals of Principal Securities are licensed in a number of states to offer insurance products, and life insurance (including variable life), annuities (including variable annuities), and are securities and advisory registered in a number of states This site is not a solicitation of interest in any of these products in any other state.
Principal Life maintains certificates of authority to transact insurance in all 50 states. Principal Life NAIC identification number is 61271. Principal National NAIC identification number 71161.