Ben Wickum

Ben Wickum has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Ben started their career as a Commercial Lender at Voyager Bank in 1999, where they focused on business development and financial analysis. Ben then moved on to Clark Consulting in 2002, where they worked as a Consultant, specializing in identifying and developing new marketing opportunities, designing tax-preferred investments, and analyzing benefit plans. In 2008, they joined de Koning & Company, LLC as a Consultant before transitioning to Gardiner Thomsen, CPAs in 2009, where they served as an Auditor. In 2011, Wickum joined McGladrey as a Senior Consultant, and in 2013, they joined Collins Community Credit Union as a Finance Director. Ben eventually became the Chief Financial Officer of the company. Overall, Wickum has gained extensive experience in finance, auditing, consulting, and business development throughout their career.

Ben Wickum obtained their Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Hamline University, where they studied from 1989 to 1993. Following this, they pursued an MBA in Accounting from the University of St. Thomas, completing their studies from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, Ben Wickum holds a CPA certification, although details regarding the institution and specific date of obtaining the certification are not provided.