Evin W. Lantz, Financial Planner
Biography
Evin Lantz is an Independent Financial Planner, Fiduciary, and Private Wealth Manager operating his practice under the registered assumed name of Renovo Financial Partners.
As an independent practitioner, Evin is defined by his integrity. Maintaining high ethical standards is the backbone for developing trusted relationships with clients. Evin seeks to provide a high level of service and education to clients, with the ability to customize solutions to meet client needs and avoid high pressure sales tactics.
Prior to starting his independent practice, Evin spent three years as a financial advisor for another "brand name" financial institution. In that time, he saw how large institutions put restrictions on their advisors to protect the company bottom line, instead of putting the best interest of the client first. He knew, he could only truly do what was best for his clients if he was operating an independent practice. In 2015, he separated from the large firm and began Renovo Financial Partners.
Evin has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Luther College, Decorah, IA, where he studied management with emphasis in finance and entrepreneurship. He also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor designation from the College for Financial Planning, Centennial, CO.
When he is not in the office, Evin can often be found working on projects around his home, for his neighbors, or at Garten Marketplatz, his family's garden center and event venue. He also spends time in volunteer positions as the President of the Center for Family Unity in Owatonna, Audit Committee Member of SEMN Synod, and Board Treasurer for Rochester Beacon Academy.
Evin and his wife, Kiley, welcomed their first child, Emmitt, into the world in 2021. In their home, they also have a dog, Phoebe, and cat, Zuri. Kiley works for Mayo Clinic.
Christopher O. Fiske, Financial Planner
Biography
Chris is an independent Investment Advisor and Fiduciary who is excited to be working with Evin at Renovo Financial Partners. As an independent practitioner, Chris prioritizes trust and authenticity in his work with clients. He believes in finding customized solutions to meet client needs.
Chris has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bemidji State University, Bemidji, MN as well as a Master of Divinity from Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN. Prior to becoming an independent Investment Advisor, Chris spent nearly 20 years as a Lutheran pastor in rural Kiester, MN and Fairfield, IA. He is also a veteran and current member of the Army National Guard with 20 years of service, currently serving as a Supervisory Chaplain in the Iowa Army National Guard.
Through his work in the military and his membership in the American Legion, Chris is very involved in teaching classes about veteran and military suicide awareness and prevention. He also works with Soldiers and veterans who struggle with PTSD and Moral Injury.
When he is not in the office, Chris can often be found brewing beer or searching for small-town breweries. He also enjoys playing ice hockey and watching hockey and soccer.
Chris and his wife Julie live in Owatonna. They have three children, Marshall, Harper, and Gerda, in various stages of leaving the nest, and a little dog named Ponyo. Julie is the Executive Director of the Growing Hope Foundation.
Chris, Julie, and Ponyo
Office Staff
Joan DePoppe
Julie Richardson
Julie Richardson
Administrative Assistant
Julie Richardson
Julie Richardson
Julie Richardson
Administrative Assistant