Our Team
We have a unique team of individuals from across the country that can help meet any of our clienteles needs. Whether you’re looking to maximize tax implications on your retirement distributions or selling a business without losing a significant part to the government in taxation, our professionals will offer you the superior insight and guidance that you’ve been looking for.
Patrick L. Stephens
Investment Adviser Representative, Equity Services, Inc.
Born and raised in Alexandria Minnesota, Patrick left his hometown to pursue his dreams. He started his journey at North Dakota State College of Science where I received a two-year degree in business. He furthered his education by graduating from Mankato State University where he triple majored in Finance Investments, Insurance and Real Estate. Patrick immediately immersed himself in the financial service industry.
It didn’t take long in the financial service industry before Patrick found his passion where he specializes in the distribution of wealth and business planning. Over the last 25 years, Patrick has grown his clientele to span over 20 states, primarily in the Midwest and Southwest.
Outside of taking care of his clients, Patrick is an avid golfer, football fan, and most especially spending time with his family.
Patrick offers securities in AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, IA, IL, KS, KY, MA, MN, MO, OR, SD, TN, TX, WA, WI, WV.
Stephanie Hruska
Office Manager
Stephanie Hedlund grew up in Mora, MN and attended college at Jamestown College in Jamestown, ND. While at Jamestown, she worked on the college newspaper, The Collegian, as the Features Editor from 2006-2007. In 2007, she was awarded 3rd place in the North Dakota Professional Communicators College Communications Contest for an editorial. She graduated Jamestown College Summa Cum Laude and was named a member of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society, as well as the Lambda Pi Eta National Communication Association Honor Society, graduating in 2007 with degrees in English and Communications.
She moved to the Twin Cities and began working at NBG in September of 2007. 2022 will mark her 15th year with NBG. Stephanie lives in the Twin Cities with her husband and two children. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, reading, and gardening.
Brett Johnston
Client Services Director
Brett has over 25 years of diverse management experience including logistics, operations, and information technology. Over the last 3 years, Brett has worked within the financial services industry and brought his focused expertise to the NBG team. He is results-driven and loves improving processes, solving difficult challenges, and following projects through to the finish line.
He holds the Minnesota Life, Accident, and Health Insurance license, and is in the process of obtaining his Series 7 – FINRA registration.
Brett is an active member of his community and his true passions are his faith and family. In his spare time, Brett is a woodworking hobbyist and fisherman.