Knowledge. Confidence. Discipline.
By sharing our knowledge of modern investing principles with you, and by aligning those principles with your personal goals and aspirations, we help you develop the confidence and discipline necessary to achieve superior results through all market cycles.
Our Values
Our mission is to manage market risk, preserve wealth, grow assets and give our clients peace of mind. It is the ultimate measure of our success. We will strive to understand your investment objectives, and we will work tirelessly to partner with you in achieving those goals with the least amount of risk.
Integrity Above All Else
We believe in being honest, true and living with strong moral principles. Integrity is in everything we do.
Put the Client’s Interests First
The majority of financial advisors are commission based and are not held to a specific standard. When we created Denali we elected to form a Registered Investment Advisory Firm and accept the fiduciary responsibility that requires us to put clients’ interests ahead of our own.
Manage Risk
When establishing goals, we believe that clients should select the option with the least amount of risk necessary to meet their objectives.
You Can’t Predict the Market
The Nobel Prize winning physicist Niels Bohr said, “Prediction is very difficult, especially about the future.” Many in the industry make persuasive forecasts about the market, but we have yet to see anyone do this with any level of precision or consistency.
Focus on the Process
Since we can’t predict or control markets, we focus on a series of disciplined processes from establishing an asset allocation to buying and selling securities. Having defined practices in place helps us manage risk and reduce the powerful emotional influences that can drastically affect an investment portfolio.
Follow Your Own Advice
This seems obvious, but there are quite a few people in the investment business who don’t follow their own advice. We believe that investing our own money in the same securities as our clients keeps us keenly aware of our work.
Integrity. Process. Results.
Our Team
Carl Valimont
President
Carl Valimont is founder and President of Denali Wealth Management in Milwaukee, WI. He has over (25) years of experience in investment management, securities brokerage, and insurance fields. Prior to forming Denali Wealth Management, he served with two other firms in the Milwaukee area including a Financial Consultant role with RBC Wealth Management.
He received a BS in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell in 1993. He has passed examinations for the Series 7, 63, 65 Securities Licenses, as well as the Insurance examinations. He was also named a “FIVE STAR: Best in Client Satisfaction Wealth Manager” by Milwaukee Magazine for 2009 and 2010.
Carl played professional hockey for 11 years following his four-year career at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Carl was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in the 1985 NHL entry draft and played for the Milwaukee Admirals for six years before concluding his career in the Deutch Eis Hockey League in Germany. Carl coached youth hockey for 20 years in the Milwaukee area and was the Head Varsity hockey coach for the Arrowhead Warhawks from 1999-2022 where he lead them to a runner-up finish in 2005 and a state championship in 2009.
Carl serves on the Board of the Howard G. Mullet Ice Center in Hartland, WI. He also served on the Board of Tripoli Country Club and is a past President.
Jeff Rochon
Retirement Plan Specialist
Jeff Rochon joined Denali Wealth Management in 2011 as a Retirement Plan Specialist and was instrumental in developing a proprietary retirement plan review process for plan sponsors.
He has over (12) years of experience in the industry assisting plan sponsors in meeting their fiduciary responsibilities to participants. Jeff also works internally with the team using leading-edge technology to help deliver retirement income and investment plans tailored to each client’s risk tolerance and objectives.
Jeff graduated from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 1993 with a degree in Art and a minor in Marketing and has passed the FINRA Uniform Investment Advisor Law Examination (Series 65).
Outside of the office, Jeff and his wife Lori fill their time staying active with friends and family and raising their three children.
Theresa Deuel
Executive Assistant
Theresa began her career at the firm in 2015. She is a seasoned Executive Assistant with over 18 years experience supporting C-Suite, human resources and marketing executives. She has extensive experience with all administrative tasks, including scheduling and correspondence. Theresa’s expertise in data management and project coordination make her an invaluable asset to the team. She is able to tailor her organizational skills to meet the needs of clients and staff. She has increased efficiency in several of her assigned roles, and is effective in planning corporate events. She is able to interact directly with potential and existing clients, and is responsible to assist with coordination of the back office. Prior to joining the firm, Theresa held various management and administrative positions in the medical and financial industries.
In the past, Theresa has participated on committee planning events for organizations within her community, including Born to Be Wild, supporting the NICU at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Fisher House Foundation supporting veterans.
Mark Wierichs
Investment Advisor Representative
Mark joined Denali Wealth Management in 2019.
Mark graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2010 with a degree in Economics and has passed the FINRA Uniform Investment Advisor Law Examination (Series 65).
He primarily worked as an analyst since graduating with recent focus in sales and pricing.
Since joining Denali, he has been involved with both the wealth management and 401(k) business as the company evolves.
Outside of the office, Mark enjoys the outdoors and is involved with many sports.
Lane Valimont
Investment Advisor Representative
Lane Valimont joined Denali Wealth Management in 2023.
Lane graduated from Marian University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Business Administration Majoring in Finance. He has passed the FINRA Uniform Investment Advisor Law Examination (Series 65).
Prior to joining the Denali Wealth Management Team, he gained valuable business experience in customer service and sales associate positions.
Since joining Denali, he has been tasked with servicing and expanding both wealth management and 401(k) business to provide growth for the company.
Away from the office, he enjoys spending time with family and friends and being active outdoors.
Paving The Way Towards A Positive Partnership
We take the time to understand your personal objectives and focus on providing solutions that match your specific goals.