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How We Work

Our reasons for becoming financial professionals are deeply personal. We repeatedly saw many friends and family struggling to find the help they needed to map out their financial future. We are confident that with our understanding of personal finance, coupled with our training as financial professionals, we can help people better prepare for the future. After years in the business, we have developed a reputation for educating individuals in an easy-to-understand manner so they can grasp personal finance and use those concepts to pursue their financial objectives. We feel a commitment to our community.

Our team approach adds perspective to all we do and provides increased benefits to our clients.

Meet Our Team

Hugh  T. Boyle

Financial Advisor

hugh@bmsadvisors.com

To come right out with it, “ It is not about how much money you make but how much money you keep, that is important. Here is a little background on me. Graduating from The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology with a Bachelor of...

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Doug Maher

Financial Advisor

doug@bmsadvisors.com

My mission is to add value to even the most knowledgeable investor through the support and guidance I provide. I help you identify your true needs and design a plan to help you pursue your goals. This plan helps you to create, preserve...

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Jarrett Apa

LPL Financial Advisor

jarrett@bmsadvisors.com

Jarrett Apa began his career as an Investment Advisor Representative in 2013 after graduating from Black Hills State University with a degree in Finance and Economics. Prior to his time at BHSU, Jarrett served four years in the United...

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Nate Starkey, BFA™, WMS, AIF®

Wealth Advisor

nate@bmsadvisors.com

Nate’s goal in every meeting is to deliver value while helping his clients pursue their financial goals. Through personalized, comprehensive, holistic planning, he guides his clients through the creation, preservation, distribution and...
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Ashley Christianson

Financial Paraplanner

ashley@bmsadvisors.com

Ashley was born and raised in Rapid City. She attended college at Pázmány Péter in Piliscscaba, Hungary and studied Criminal Justice and Political Science at the University of South Dakota. Since returning home, she has gained...
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Andrea Schoenefeld

Client Account Specialist

andrea@bmsadvisors.com

Andrea is a dedicated Client Account Specialist with a strong foundation in customer service. She holds an associate's degree from Northern State University and has developed a diverse set of skills in client relations, communication,...
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Wanita Davis

Client Account Specialist

wanita@bmsadvisors.com

Wanita joined BMS Financial Advisors as a Client Accounts Specialist. She has a medical secretary certificate from Nettleton College and a Business Associates Degree from Sinte Gleska University. She has been an acting county auditor,...

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Mary Gunderson

Client Account Specialist

maryg@bmsadvisors.com

Mary joined BMS Financial Advisors as a Client Account Specialist in 2022. Born and raised in the Black Hills, Mary attended Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD to chase their passion for art and design before returning to the...
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Kyleigh Ohlsen

Client Coordinator

kyleigh@bmsadvisors.com

Kyleigh is a 2024 graduate of South Dakota State University, where she pursued a bachelor's degree in Consumer Affairs with a minor in Financial Counseling. Growing up in the Rapid City area, Kyleigh developed a passion for the...
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