An experienced and committed team

Michael Karl, CFP, CIMA, CEPA

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

Mike Karl is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) with over 42 years of experience in the financial services industry, including more than 40 years with UBS Financial Services and Piper Jaffray. As a Senior Retirement Plan Consultant (SRPC), Mike has received extensive training in retirement plan solutions, design, and implementation, helping clients develop individualized retirement plans such as 401(k), profit-sharing, and defined-benefit plans.

Mike's business focuses on a select, multi-generational clientele of physicians, business owners, and retired executives. His vast experience and training equip him to manage the complex needs of a diverse clientele.

In addition to his role as a Financial Advisor, Mike is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®). This certification allows him to offer business owners exit-planning strategies and guide clients in seamlessly transitioning out of their businesses on their own terms.

Recognized for his hard work, professionalism, and commitment to service, Mike is known for his honest and client-centric approach. Throughout his career, he has been passionate about helping clients define and achieve their goals by following a long-term and value-oriented investment philosophy.

Mike has served on the CentraCare Health Executive Committee and the CentraCare Health Investment Committee and is involved with the Central Minnesota Community Foundation as a Professional Advisor. He is passionate about music and singing, actively participating in the First Presbyterian Church of St Cloud's Crusade Choir, and writes and plays his own music with his band. An avid outdoorsman and private pilot, Mike lives in St Cloud with his wife, Joni.

Mike holds a BA in Commercial Economics from South Dakota State University.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • ID
  • MA
  • MI
  • MN
  • MS
  • MT
  • NC
  • ND
  • NM
  • NY
  • OR
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
  • PLANADVISER Top Retirement Plan Advisers, 2022The PLANADVISOR rating is awarded in Q1 based on information from Q1 of the award year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Credentials

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
  • Senior Portfolio Manager
  • Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
  • Certified Investment Management Analyst®
  • Certified Exit Planning Advisor

Our advice is comprehensive. We help diverse clients in a broad range of areas, including:

Legacy planning
Exit planning
Business succession
401(k) plan services
Estate planning strategies
Philanthropy
4150 S Second Street
Suite 500
St Cloud, MN 56301

Email Me

michael.k.karl@ubs.com
Michael Karl, CFP, CIMA, CEPA
4150 S Second Street,St Cloud,MN,56301

Matthew Nikodym, AAMS, CRPS

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

Matt Nikodym has 17 years of experience in the financial services industry.  He joined UBS in 2003.  During his tenure with UBS, Matt has developed long-lasting relationships during difficult markets.  Matt has earned the designation of Senior Retirement Plan Consultant for his experience in consulting with companies on their 401k and retirement plans.  Matt works primarily with individuals and small business owners, providing financial planning, retirement planning, wealth management and Insurance strategies.  Matt is a Credited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®), as well as a Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist (CRPS®).  

Matt's is an avid cyclist, and also enjoys golf, tennis and skiing. He resides in St. Cloud with his wife Jessica and his three sons.

Registered States:
  • AL
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • ID
  • IL
  • MA
  • MI
  • MN
  • MS
  • MT
  • NC
  • ND
  • NE
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OR
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, 2025
    The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
  • UBS Wealth Management Chairman’s Council, 2024UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Credentials

  • Senior Retirement Plan Consultant
  • Accredited Asset Management Specialist
  • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
  • Senior Portfolio Manager

Our advice is comprehensive. We help diverse clients in a broad range of areas, including:

Financial planning
Retirement planning
Retirement Plan consulting
Business owners
Estate planning strategies
Multi-generational families
4150 S Second Street
Suite 500
St Cloud, MN 56301

Email Me

matthew.r.nikodym@ubs.com
Matthew Nikodym, AAMS, CRPS
4150 S Second Street,St Cloud,MN,56301

Jeffrey "Jeff" Botz, CFP

Account Vice President

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • DE
  • FL
  • IA
  • ID
  • MA
  • MI
  • MN
  • MS
  • MT
  • NC
  • ND
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OR
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Credentials

  • Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor

Our advice is comprehensive. We help diverse clients in a broad range of areas, including:

Financial planning
Education planning
Retirement planning
Investing
4150 S Second Street
Suite 500
St Cloud, MN 56301

Email Me

jeffrey.botz@ubs.com
Jeffrey "Jeff" Botz, CFP
4150 S Second Street,St Cloud,MN,56301

Veronica Villeneuve, CFP®

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

 

Veronica Villeneuve is a Senior Wealth Strategy Associate who takes pride in developing valuable wealth strategies for clients navigating financial decisions. She earned the advanced designation of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®™ by meeting rigorous experience and ethical requirements and passing the CFP® certification exam. Veronica holds a B.S. degree from St. Cloud State University and has over 10 years of sales and marketing experience. She is licensed with Series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as an insurance license. Outside of work, Veronica enjoys traveling, visiting national parks, hiking, fishing, and outdoor activities .

 

 

 

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • FL
  • ID
  • MI
  • MN
  • MS
  • MT
  • NC
  • ND
  • NM
  • NY
  • SD
  • TX
  • WA
  • WI

Our advice is comprehensive. We help diverse clients in a broad range of areas, including:

Retirement planning
401(k) plan services
4150 S Second Street
Suite 500
St Cloud, MN 56301

Email Me

veronica.villeneuve@ubs.com
Veronica Villeneuve, CFP®
4150 S Second Street,St Cloud,MN,56301

Kalee Olson

Senior Registered Client Associate

Kalee Olson is a Senior Registered Client Service Associate. She has 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with UBS for 15 years. Kalee holds Series 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses and she has a B.A. degree from St. Cloud State University. Kalee resides in Alexandria with her husband and two children.

Registered States:
  • MN
4150 S Second Street
Suite 500
St Cloud, MN 56301

Email Me

kalee.olson@ubs.com
Kalee Olson
4150 S Second Street,St Cloud,MN,56301

Tracy Meyer

Senior Registered Client Associate

Tracy Meyer is a Senior Registered Client Service Associate. She has 24 years of experience in the financial industry. She has been with UBS (formerly Piper Jaffray) for over 19 years.  Tracy holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses and has an A.A.S. degree from Alexandria Technical College. She resides in Sauk Centre with her husband and two children.

Registered States:
  • MN
4150 S Second Street
Suite 500
St Cloud, MN 56301

Email Me

tracy.a.meyer@ubs.com
Tracy Meyer
4150 S Second Street,St Cloud,MN,56301

Michelle Beeman

Client Associate

Michelle Beeman is a Client Service Associate.  Michelle joined our team with over 25 years of experience in the Retail Management and Sales field.  She holds B.A. degrees in Business Administration and Organizational Communications from Concordia College, Moorhead Minnesota.  One of Michelle's main responsibilities is the development and execution of the teams advertising and marketing initiatives. 

Michelle and her husband enjoy traveling, spending time at the lake and scuba diving.   Michelle resides in Sartell with her husband John.

4150 S Second Street
Suite 500
St Cloud, MN 56301

Email Me

michelle.beeman@ubs.com
Michelle Beeman
4150 S Second Street,St Cloud,MN,56301

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