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Kevin B. Perlberg

Kevin established Blackhawk Capital Partners in 1987. Kevin specializes in wealth protection strategies encompassing asset management, financial, estate and tax planning. Kevin has 30 years of experience in the securities and financial services industry. He works closely with successful, affluent individuals, assessing their personal and business planning needs.

Prior to founding Blackhawk Capital Partners, Kevin dedicating much of his career to educating the professional community on all aspects of risk and asset management, he owned and operated the Wisconsin chapter of the CPALAW FORUM. Kevin also collaborated on the publication of “Wealth Protection MD”, a guidebook for the unique risks inherent to medical professionals and medical offices. Kevin has written many articles relating to the risk management concerns of physicians and business owners for leading industry magazines such as: Physicians Practice Journal, Hematology & Oncology News and Issues, and Nephrology News.

Kevin brings the experience of 25+ years as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) professional with FINRA licensed series 7, 63 and 24. He is also a Registered Principal with United Planners. His strong educational background includes business studies at Northwestern Business College, University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee and Cardinal Stritch University.

Susan S. (Susie) Brousseau

Susie joined the Blackhawk Capital Partners team as a Senior Vice President – Wealth Advisor. Prior to joining Blackhawk, Susie was a Wealth Advisor for Beacon Pointe Wealth Advisors and Director of Wealth Management in Arizona for Enterprise Bank and Trust. Susie began her education at the College of Charleston in Medical Technology. Focusing on the Financial Services industry, she completed her Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation in 1984, Charter Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation in 1985 and became a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) in 1990.

Susie’s specialty areas include consulting and assisting in the implementation of tax-favored legacy plans for affluent individuals, creating Professional Investment Management solutions that fit each client’s goals and objectives and asset protection used in estate planning.

Susie lives in North Scottsdale with her Border Collie, Cotti. She enjoys singing in the church choir, hiking, golfing and Arizona sunsets.

Donald (Trace) W. Tendick III

Trace is a partner at Blackhawk Capital Partners and brings over 20 years of experience working with clients and incorporating strategies designed to address asset management, financial, estate, and tax planning. Trace is entrepreneurially driven and uses this expertise in working with affluent business leaders on managing their wealth both personally and within their businesses. Trace works closely with clients by employing a needs-based process that focuses on helping them identify goals and assembling a plan to accomplish them.

Trace also brings the experience of a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) professional with FINRA licensed series 7, 66, 24 and 53. Trace received his Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Marquette University and his undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota.

Trace is a Wisconsin native and serves on the Board for the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation as a past president and as a co-chair for their Food & Wine Experience. He and his wife, Katie, reside in Brookfield, WI and have three daughters, Sophia, Emelia, and Isabel.

Chris Nei

Chris serves as Portfolio Manager of Blackhawk Capital Partners. Chris also chairs Blackhawk Capital Partners’ Investment Committee and manages the implementation, execution, and investment strategy of client portfolios. As Portfolio Manager, Chris is responsible for the development and maintenance of Blackhawk Capital Partners’ investment philosophy and policy, and has developed unique and innovative investment strategies which allow Blackhawk to take advantage of the constantly changing investment landscape for our clients.

Chris is responsible for research of investment trends and opportunities, monitoring managed portfolios, and communicating updates on securities and managers to the Blackhawk team. He has been serving affluent families and individuals since 2002. He believes strongly in providing clients with honest, straightforward, and meaningful service that is appropriate to their particular financial situation. He works closely with clients and other advisors to develop an individualized investment plan that is tailor-made for clients’ current and future needs.

Chris received bachelor’s degrees, with high honors, in finance and accounting from Indiana Wesleyan University where he was selected as Outstanding Finance Major by the finance department faculty. He is FINRA licensed series 7 and 66 and has completed the educational requirements for his CFP® certification. He is also a Registered Representative of United Planners.

Chris is active within the community and volunteers at the local humane society. He has also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and made trips to Honduras where he worked with a team building schools. He enjoys an active lifestyle that includes mountain biking, hiking, and lifting weights. Chris is a former multiple time Arizona state powerlifting champion and held a number of powerlifting records for USA Powerlifting and other federations. His greatest joy is spending time with his wife Tiffany, their two young children, and two dogs.

Lynn M. Estrada

Lynn joined Blackhawk Capital Partners in 1999 and has been in the financial services field since 1993. She is responsible for ensuring and improving the productivity and efficiency of the firm, while focusing on retaining and strengthening client relationships. Lynn provides administrative support for company sponsored 401(k), Defined Benefit and Qualified plans. Lynn lives in Jackson, Wisconsin where she focuses the majority of her time on renovations to her real estate property, participating in community events, reading, traveling and enjoying her many nieces and nephews.

Tom M. Kueht

Tom M. Kueht Tom is VP, Wealth Investment Advisor with Blackhawk Capital Partners. During Tom’s 40 plus years in the financial services industry, Tom has learned to address the client’s needs while adapting to changing market conditions and changes in the client’s personal economy. Tom believes that success can be best measured from results, that the client’s best interest always comes first.

Tom attended St. Norbert College in DePere WI, graduating with his bachelor’s degree in Economics. He has been recognized as a Five Star Wealth Manager in surveys conducted by Milwaukee Magazine and OnMilwaukee.com.

Tom and his spouse Kathie live in the historic Washington Highlands area of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. They are proud parents of Tim Kueht and Kristin (Rob) Zeman along with their four grandchildren.

Matthew Kruelle

Matthew joined Blackhawk Capital Partners in 2021 as Portfolio Administrator and has been in the financial services field since 2019. Since 2024 he has served as Associate Portfolio Manager. Matthew assists in managing Blackhawk Portfolios, conducts stock and bond research, conducts trading, is responsible for advisory fee billing, and helps to ensure client portfolios are allocated to advisor specifications. Matthew also provides direct support to the Portfolio Manager in research, model management, and analysis. He is FINRA Series 7 and NASAA Series 66 licensed. He is also a Registered Assistant of United Planners.

Matthew lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado and enjoys spending his free time skiing, camping, and writing.

Makenna Holland

Makenna joined Blackhawk Capital Partners in 2021 after graduating from Arizona State University with a BA in Business. Makenna is our client service administrator and executive assistant. She provides vital back office and administrative support to the firm. She is responsible for logging client information, maintaining client records, and assisting clients through the onboarding process. She also is responsible for account maintenance, clerical tasks such as answering phones and responding to emails, and completing daily administrative tasks as they arise. Her role also includes assisting Kevin Perlberg, Managing Partner, in setting up meetings, registering for events, and marketing initiatives.

Makenna is an Arizona native and enjoys cooking, traveling, and maintaining her collection of houseplants. She also loves spending time with her family, her husband Corbin, and their dog, Gracie.

Mindy Schreiner

Mindy joined Blackhawk Capital Partners in January of 2013. As office manager, she is responsible for human resources, bookkeeping, compliance, and ensuring that day-to-day operations are completed with efficiency. Mindy is at the helm of most of the internal processes within the company.

Mindy resides in Fredonia, WI with her husband, Brent and two children Mariska and Landon. She enjoys spending time with her family, mini golfing, swimming in the summer and building snow forts in the winter.

Physicians

Over 30 years working with physicians has taught Blackhawk that your needs are unique. Whether you are already running your own practice, considering starting your own practice, or are an employee of a practice, it is wise to consult with a financial advisor who specializes in your profession. Blackhawk Capital Partners has been retained by physicians in all stages of practice management, and we are prepared to help you navigate the unique dynamics of your practice’s goals. We help you focus on doing what you do best by doing what we do best.

Blackhawk Capital Partners specializes in:

Asset Management
Asset protection planning
Retirement plans, IRA’s, 401(k)’s, Defined Benefit Plans, and Profit-Sharing Plans
Proactive tax planning
Insurance Planning
Ownership structuring
Exit Strategies

Blackhawk Capital Partners is aware that your situation is unique. We build your wealth plan around you and your personal economy to address your goals and objectives. Retaining Blackhawk Capital Partners allows you to focus on what you do best, by leveraging what we do best. You don’t prescribe every patient the same treatment plan, we don’t prescribe every client the same wealth plan.

You take care of the patients. We take care of you.

Business Owners

As a business owner you are expected to manage employees, grow your business, and make important decisions, all while managing the financial health of your business. We know your plate is full, and we’re here to help you navigate the financial aspects of your endeavors.

Blackhawk Capital Partners works with business owners like you to ensure your business continue to be successful, which in turn leads to success for both you and your employees. We strive to provide all the necessary support in the areas of employee benefits and retention plans, business continuity plans, cash management, and exit planning. We help in securing financing, facilitating the growth of your business, implementing retirement plans, and personal wealth planning with an individualized approach.

Blackhawk Capital Partners specializes in:

Asset Management
Asset protection planning
Retirement plans, IRA’s, 401(k)’s, Defined Benefit Plans, and Profit-Sharing Plans
Proactive tax planning
Insurance Planning
Ownership structuring
Exit Strategies

Our advisors have the necessary credentials, skills, expertise to assist you in wealth management throughout all stages of your business cycle. Whether you’ve just filed for incorporation, are continuing to grow, or are looking to retire, Blackhawk Capital Partners can build a plan for you and your personal economy.

We help you focus on what you do best and leverage it with what we do best.

Affluent Individuals and Families

We know you’ve worked hard for your money. You’ve worked late, hustled, and saved with prudence to accumulate your wealth. Our goal is to help you take back your time and focus on what is most important to you. Blackhawk Capital Partners will help you grow and protect your personal economy. We have over 30 years of experience working with affluent individuals and families, and we understand how every situation is unique.

Blackhawk Capital Partners specializes in:

Growing and maintaining wealth
Asset protection planning
Coordinating your investments
Providing unique investment opportunities
Estate, generational, and inheritance planning
Insurance planning
Charitable initiatives
Retirement plans, IRA’s, 401(k)’s, Defined Benefit Plans, and Profit-Sharing Plans

As your life progresses and changes, so will your needs. Blackhawk Capital Partners keeps your personal economy up to date as your life evolves and your financial needs change. We work each day to ensure your wealth is secure, no matter what life throws at you.

Your dreams are in our plans.

Mario DiVenere

Mario DiVenere joined Blackhawk Capital Partners as a Wealth Advisor in Spring of 2024. Prior to joining Blackhawk Capital Partners, Mario was a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill. Mario works with both private and institutional clients across a multitude of wealth management solutions and holds both FINRA Series 7 and NASAA 66 licenses, as well as his Life & Health insurance license.

Mario graduated summa cum laude from Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University with a degree in finance and a certificate of International Business through University College London, where he was additionally awarded the Academic Achievement Award in International Finance through the program.

With a focus on personalized financial strategies, Mario specializes in guiding business owners and affluent individuals through the complexities of wealth management. Mario is dedicated to helping clients preserve and grow their assets, optimize their financial performance, and achieve long-term success. Through a comprehensive approach he helps to ensure that clients have a clear, actionable roadmap to financial security and prosperity.

Mario grew up in Mundelein, Illinois but has lived in Scottsdale since 2014. In his free time, Mario enjoys spending time with his family and living an active lifestyle. His favorite hobbies include golfing, weight training, and Muay Thai. He loves to travel and intends to visit every continent.

Matthew Kruelle

Matthew joined Blackhawk Capital Partners in 2021 as Portfolio Administrator and has been in the financial services field since 2019. Since 2024 he has served as Associate Portfolio Manager. Matthew assists in managing Blackhawk Portfolios, conducts stock and bond research, conducts trading, is responsible for advisory fee billing, and helps to ensure client portfolios are allocated to advisor specifications. Matthew also provides direct support to the Portfolio Manager in research, model management, and analysis. He is FINRA Series 7 and NASAA Series 66 licensed. He is also a Registered Assistant of United Planners.

Matthew lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado and enjoys spending his free time skiing, camping, and writing.

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