Tom Gooden
How He Can Help You
Tom joined the Cornerstone Wealth Management team in 2012 as a financial advisor and later joined the compliance team, where he has served as the chief compliance officer (CCO) since 2019. Tom blends over 30 years of industry experience with his understanding of the role of a financial advisor as he oversees the company’s policies and procedures, maintaining the firm’s SEC compliance integrity.
What Makes Him Knowledgeable
Tom graduated from the University of Kansas (Go Jayhawks!) and holds Series 7, 24 & 63 securities registrations through LPL Financial and Series 65 registration through Cornerstone Wealth Management.
Tom is passionate about helping Cornerstone’s financial advisors navigate the ever-changing regulatory environment as they guide their clients toward financial clarity.
Getting to Know Him
Tom is a native St. Louisan and with his wife, Mona, has two daughters, Caroline and Allyson, and a rescue dog named Olive. He is an avid runner and cyclist and raises money for charities through running/cycling events throughout the year.
Dave Kaplan
How He Can Help You
As Cornerstone’s compliance analyst, Dave educates new advisors on LPL compliance policies and best practices for adhering to those policies. Additionally, Dave reviews and approves trades placed by advisors on a daily basis.
What Makes Him Knowledgeable
Dave received his undergraduate degree in journalism from the University of Illinois in 1982, and later earned his MBA at Washington University in St. Louis in 1987. After working in product management for General Mills and Vlasic Foods, Dave began his financial career in the life insurance industry in 1990.
In 1996, Dave became a Financial Advisor for Edward Jones and moved his financial practice to Cornerstone Wealth Management in 2009. He takes a collaborative approach to working with advisors on trade reviews and compliance needs.
Getting to Know Him
Dave has been married since 1989 to his wonderful wife, Libbie. Together they have two great kids, Abbie and Sam, and one spoiled puppy, Patch.
Mark Beckrich
How He Can Help You
Mark initially joined Cornerstone Wealth Management as a financial advisor in 2012, later becoming part of the compliance team in 2022. He works directly with advisors to ensure they are well-informed and fully compliant with the latest rules and regulations. Mark also performs required regulatory reporting for Cornerstone.
What Makes Him Knowledgeable
Mark earned his degree at Truman State University in Finance, with a minor in Economics. He holds Series 7 and Series 24 registration through LPL Financial, Series 66 registration through both LPL Financial and Cornerstone Wealth Management as well as Life, Health, Long Term Care, and Disability Insurance licenses. Mark is an Investment Advisor Representative of Cornerstone Wealth Management LLC.
Getting to Know Him
In his free time, Mark enjoys spending time with his twin son and daughter, as well as playing golf, running, and attending Cardinals games whenever possible.
Kim Nellesen
How She Can Help You
As the Cornerstone Wealth Management compliance specialist, Kim is involved in compliance operations, policies and procedures. She also works with advisors on risk assessments, communications, RIA licensing and regulations.
What Makes Her Knowledgeable
Kim has been in the financial industry since 2010. Prior to joining Cornerstone Wealth Management in 2012, she worked in operations with Wells Fargo Advisors. As a compliance specialist, she enjoys helping each branch set up proper compliance operations.
Getting to Know Her
Kim and her husband, Dustin, have three children, Lucas, Tyler, and Kylie.
