Meet The Team
Peter Kropp
Chief Compliance OfficerPeter is responsible for overseeing the firm’s regulatory compliance and investment sales functions, while also directing marketing strategy and communications. He leads the offering due diligence process and manages investor relations with a focus on transparency and integrity. Peter maintains active Series 7, 24, and 63 registrations as a representative of the firm.
Royal Family Kids Camp Sioux Empire
The Banquet Sioux Falls
B.S. in Economics from Duke University
Nicole Bell
Registered RepresentativeNicole connects accredited investors with private placement offerings designed to meet clearly defined investment goals. In her role as a Registered Representative, she brings a relationship-centered approach to each conversation, ensuring that every engagement reflects transparency, suitability, and strategic alignment. She holds active Series 7 and 63 registrations as a representative of the firm.
Nicole currently serves on the Board of Directors for both Sioux Falls SculptureWalk and Dance Gallery Youth Ballet. She also volunteers with Junior Achievement and mentors students through the University of South Dakota Alumni network.
University of South Dakota – B.B.A. and M.B.A.
Leadership Sioux Falls, Class 38
Mark Quasney
Registered RepresentativeMark engages directly with accredited investors to discuss carefully vetted private offerings. He provides clarity and insight throughout the investment process, helping ensure that each opportunity aligns with the investor’s overall financial strategy. Mark holds active Series 7 and 63 registrations as a representative of the firm.
Mark is actively involved as a volunteer coach with both Brandon Valley Baseball Association and Sioux Falls Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and previously served on the board of Battleship South Dakota.
Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance, Black Hills State University (Summa Cum Laude)
Master of Business Administration, Western Governors University
Kellen Erpenbach
Registered RepresentativeKellen engages in thoughtful conversations with accredited investors regarding private placement opportunities offered through our affiliated issuers. He draws on a deep understanding of each investor’s risk profile and objectives to guide them through the offering details and support them in reaching confident, informed investment decisions. He currently holds active Series 7 and 63 registrations as a representative of the firm.
Dakota Wesleyan University, B.A. in Business Management and Finance
M.B.A., Dakota Wesleyan University
Brian Grady
Registered RepresentativeBrian presents private securities offerings to accredited investors and helps evaluate their alignment with individual investment objectives. From initial interest through execution, he provides hands-on support to ensure each investor has the information and confidence needed to make a well-informed decision. Brian maintains active Series 7 and 63 registrations as a representative of the firm.
Brian earned his degree in Accounting, cum laude, from the University of South Dakota.