Ian joined The Gegen Group at Baird after graduating from the University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance with an option in Personal Financial Planning. In his role, Ian is committed to delivering exceptional service and support to our valued clients while helping foster strong relationships and assisting with their financial needs. He works closely with the team to help ensure a seamless client experience and support the financial strategies developed for our clients.
Prior to joining Baird full-time, Ian interned in Baird's Denver office during the summer of 2025. Throughout his internship, he gained firsthand experience supporting client service initiatives, learning the intricacies of wealth management, and collaborating with team members to help meet client objectives. Following the successful completion of his internship, Ian returned to Baird to continue building his career in the financial services industry.
Ian recently passed the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) examination, demonstrating his dedication to advanced financial planning knowledge and professional development. He is currently working toward obtaining his securities licenses and expanding his expertise to better serve clients and support their long-term financial goals.
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Ian was born and raised in Minnesota. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, skiing, hiking, and playing golf.