Principal® Financial Network of the Rocky Mountains and Arizona
The Principal® Financial Network of the Rocky Mountains and Arizona is a group of local offices representing Principal in Colorado, Arizona, Montana, Wyoming, New Mexico, Texas, and Nevada. 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 the Rocky Mountains and Arizona areas 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.
Kevin Christensen, ChFC®, RICP® - Senior Managing Director

As Senior Managing Director with Principal, one of the most important things about what we do is we have an impact on our clients' lives. We approach this with the understanding that the work we do isn't just for our clients' today; it can have an impact for generations.
Kevin enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and three children, hiking, exploring the outdoors, traveling, and going on adventures.
Contact information
720-625-4850
christensen.kevin@principal.com
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Sarah Schmitz, AIF®, CEBS, RPA, FLMI. - Associate Managing Director

Sarah has 20 years of industry experience understanding fiduciary issues from the employer, financial professional, and service provider perspective and gaining competitive intelligence of other platforms. She has a unique combination of experience and high level of expertise to consult on defined contribution plans. She is passionate about bringing strategic plan design that maximizes tax saving opportunities and fiduciary best practices to employers of any size.
Contact information
720-625-4841
schmitz.sarah@principal.com
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Maureen Goggins - Site Coordinator

The site coordinator is the glue that keeps our offices running smoothly. Along with the entire staf, Maureen is a problem solver who makes sure your accounts are set up properly and your questions answered in a timely fashion.
Contact information
602-734-1167
goggins.maureen@principal.com
Belen Iglesias - New Business Consultant

Belen is responsible for consulting and managing new business case design and submission. She partners with financial professionals and their teams, along with our corporate product partners, to ensure cased are submitted accurately so they can be processed on time and in alignment with product area processes.
Contact information
602-603-8639
iglesias.belen@principal.com
Tracey Norman - Candidate Experience Consultant

Tracey started with Principal® in 1994 and has 21 years of experience in financial professional recruiting, development and HR support with Principal. Tracey strives to create the best possible experience in the recruiting and selection process for field leaders and financial professionals candidates.
Tracey enjoys time with her family, friends and traveling. She's looking forward to helping to get your financial professionals off to a strong start.
Contact information
515-246-5667
norman.tracey@principal.com
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
Valerie Valiente - Senior Business Development Consultant

Valerie partners with the management team and representatives to implement strategies to expand their marketing, branding, and business development efforts at both the representative and regional office level.
Contact information
602-734-1165
valiente.valerie@principal.com
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Interested in meeting with a financial professional near you? Great! Check the list below to see who's available in your area and learn more.
Arizona offices
Phoenix office
2355 E. Camelback Road, Suite 501
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-957-3200
Directions to the Phoenix office
Janice Adams, MBA adams.janice@principal.com 602-603-8631 | Bob Lucca lucca.bob@principal.com 602-734-1155 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Joseph Bauer, MBA, CFP® bauer.joseph@principal.com 602-734-1148 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Lisa McClelland, MBA, CLTC mcclelland.lisa@principal.com 602-603-8634 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Catherine Harris harris.catherine@principal.com 602-639-1649 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Erik Pedersen pedersen.erik@principal.com 602-734-1164 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Scott Harris, CFP® harris.scott@principal.com 602-734-1157 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Jackson Ward ward.jackson@principal.com 602-603-8626 |
Darin Hood hood.darin@principal.com 602-734-1186 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Winston Waring waring.winston@principal.com 602-734-1179 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Chandler office
2450 N. Gilbert Road, Suite 250
Chandler, AZ 85286
480-245-6829
Directions to the Chandler office
Sally Putnam, CFP®, CDFA putnam.sally@nowfinancialaz.com 480-245-6829 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
Scottsdale offices
5111 E. Bluefield Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-778-2163
Directions to this Scottsdale office
Michael Fouts fouts.mike@principal.com 480-778-2163 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Tucson offices
7498 N. La Cholla Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85741
520-219-5106
Directions to the Tucson office
Mike Doty doty.mike@principal.com 520-544-7919 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website | Joe Vetrano, AIF® vetrano.joe@principal.com 520-544-7919 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
Luke J. Reilly reilly.luke@principal.com 520-867-9357 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Thomas Vetrano, RICP®, CMFC®, LUTCF® vetrano.tom@principal.com 520-544-7919 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
7440 North Oracle Rd., Bldg 5
Tucson, AZ 85704
520-297-9156
Directions to the Tucson office
James Maina maina.james@principal.com 520-665-1800 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Colorado offices
Breckenridge office
7160 Airport Rd., Suite C
Breckenridge, CO 80424
970-459-4142
Directions to the Breckenridge office
Mark Schneider CLU® schneider.mark@principal.com 970-459-4142 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Denver office
4600 S. Syracuse Street, Suite 1000
Denver, CO 80237
720-625-4800
Directions to this Denver office
Dan Berve | Christy Nelson, ChFC®, AIF® nelson.christy@principal.com 720-274-8863 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Brian Brown brown.brian.m@principal.com 720-625-4829 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Micah Strode strode.micah@principal.com 970-381-4010 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Josh Burchfield, AIF® burchfield.joshua@principal.com 720-468-1215 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Simon Villegas Villegas.simon@principal.com 720-274-8833 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Mark Goodside, ChFC®, AIF® mark@rscolorado.com 720-625-4807 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website | Andy Wilson andy@dnvfinancial.com 720-625-4815 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
Charlotte “Charli” MacKelvey mackelvey.charli@principal.com 661-858-8250 |
Fort Collins office
4823 Kitchell Way
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-484-9776
Directions to the Fort Collins office
Stephen Laine, CLU®, ChFC®, RHU® steve@mkofinancial.com 970-484-9776 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
Greenwood Village office
5600 S Quebec St. #C265
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303-721-0159
Directions to the Greenwood Village office
W. Braiden Darley, RHU braiden@martindarley.com 303-721-0159 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
Highlands Ranch office
24 Red Tail Dr.
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
303-708-8774
Directions to the Highlands Ranch office
David Seems, ChFC® dseems@businessadvisorsllc.net 303-708-8774 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
Lakewood office
3073 S Oak Way
Lakewood, CO 80227
303-989-5826
Directions to the Lakewood office
James Micus micus.james@principal.com 303-989-5826 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
New Mexico offices
3701 Paseo Del Norte NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113
505-803-4158
Directions to the Albuquerque office
James Wemple wemple.james@principal.com 505-884-0800 ext 1 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
3321 Candelaria Rd NE, #108
Albuquerque, NM 87107
505-639-0199
Directions to the Albuquerque office
Logan Baber, CFP® baber.logan@principal.com 505-639-0199 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Montana offices
Billings offices
1500 Poly Dr., Suite 130
Billings, MT 59102
406-969-1145
Directions to this Billings office
Mike Day day.mike@principal.com 406-969-1145 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
1116 Grand Ave., Suite 204
Billings, MT 59102
406-294-9630
Directions to this Billings office
Ben Kazmierski kazmierski.ben@principal.com 406-259-2983 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Great Falls office
100 1st Avenue N, #1
Great Falls, MT 59401
406-761-1408
Directions to the Great Falls office
Matthew Merry, LUTCF merry.matthew@principal.com 406-761-1408 Connect with me on LinkedIn | Ron Merry, CLU®, ChFC®, LUTCF merry.ronald@principal.com 406-761-1408 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Laurel office
805 Sinclair Circle
Laurel, MT 59044
406-669-4806
Directions to the Laurel office
Mike Pulliam pulliam.mike@principal.com 406-669-4806 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
Texas offices
El Paso offices
7915 Pecan Ct.
El Paso, TX 79915
915-858-4437
Directions to this El Paso office
Gilbert Garcia garcia.gilbert@principal.com 915-858-4437 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
221 N Kansas Street, Suite 1201
El Paso, TX 79901
915-759-4072
Directions to this El Paso office
Inaam Ziyadeh ziyadeh.inaam@principal.com 915-759-4072 Connect with me on LinkedIn Website |
Wyoming office
Laramie office
1251 N. 21st Street, Unit L-56
Laramie, WY 82072
307-755-5516
Directions to the Laramie office
Dale Sailors sailors.dale@principal.com direct - 307-755-5516 fax - 307-755-5521 Connect with me on LinkedIn |
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