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Born and raised in eastern Iowa, Daycen now works as an Associate Financial Planner with AO Wealth Advisory in Urbandale. After graduating from Iowa State University, he and his wife, Payton, moved to West Des Moines before embarking on the journey of home ownership with the recent purchase of a home in Clive. They love to explore local eateries and coffee shops in their free time as well as taking their Goldendoodle, Hazel, on adventures.

Jie is a tax advisor and an IRS certified enrolled agent with Shaul and Associates PLLC in West Des Moines. Originally from the Guangxi providence of China, Jie moved to Des Moines in 2012 where she took accounting and finance classes at DMACC. Today, she has over 6 years of experience with personal and business taxes. Jie is also proficient in bookkeeping and instructs clients on accounting with Quickbooks. On her free time, she enjoys cooking, gardening, running, playing table tennis, and traveling with her husband, Geoffrey.  

At Simplified Planning and Investments, everything begins with my passion for people. I’m Ben Geiger, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and founder of the firm. I believe financial planning is about more than numbers—it’s about building trust, understanding your story, and helping you live with greater peace and purpose.

I take a holistic, fee-only approach that focuses on you, by creating clear, confident financial plans and investment portfolios tailored to your unique goals. I strive to simplify complexity, bring clarity to uncertainty, and provide a roadmap that balances today’s priorities with tomorrow’s vision.

I am a Retirement Plan Advisor based in Iowa who helps employers design and maintain 401(k) and other workplace retirement plans that employees actually use. With around seven years of experience, I focus on simplifying fiduciary duties, improving employee outcomes, and keeping plans aligned with changing regulations. Outside of work, I enjoy time outdoors, tending the yard, staying on top of markets and investing trends. Most importantly, spending time with my wife and two children.

Baylie is a seasoned loan officer for us. If you need a loan, she's the rockstar who can help you! She adores her family and 2 cats, and lights up any room with her smile and laugh!

Blake is the Executive Administrative Assistant at Midland Credit Union. Their job involves supporting the CEO and CFO, coordinating projects, marketing, and IT support. In their free time, Blake enjoys playing with their 4 cats, reading, playing video games, and traveling.

Residential Realtor with Century 21 Signature Real Estate. Specializing in relocation and first time home buyers.

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At Edward Jones I work to help clients grow, protect and organize their wealth. Outside of work, I am a Father to three amazing children and a husband to my wonderful wife Allison. I also coach high school football for DMCS

Hi, I'm Kate, the Community & PR Specialist with Homemakers Furniture! I run our Volunteer Time Off program and our Sponsorships/Donations requests and would love to share more with anyone looking to partner! I love all things Des Moines Metro, and can be found attending arts & culture events and festivals, shopping at local businesses, and enjoying local restaurants and coffee shops!