Born and raised in a small town by the name of Absarokee, Montana, Bruce began his investment industry career in 1986 and made the move to Bismarck in 1990. He later joined Stifel in 2009. Prior to joining Stifel, he worked at Edward Jones, Piper Jaffray & Co., and UBS Financial Services. Bruce holds his Series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses, as well as life, health, and variable insurance licenses.

Bruce employs a global macro strategy to help his clients pursue their short- and long-term financial goals. As a portfolio manager in Stifel’s Solution Program, Bruce manages assets on a discretionary basis using a highly personalized and research-driven investment approach for clients who choose this advisory services program. This enables him to react quickly to market conditions when implementing these clients’ objectives and strategies. Bruce has been named to Forbes’ Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list in 2022, 2023, and 2024. 

Over the years, Bruce has been involved in the Rotary Club, The Chamber of Commerce, coaching basketball, as well as serving on several boards. 

Outside of the office, Bruce enjoys spending time with his wife, kids, grandkids, and friends. He also enjoys traveling, golfing, and reading a good book..

Forbes’ Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rankings are based on the 12-month period ending June 30 of the year prior to publication and selected by SHOOK Research, LLC from a pool of nominations as indicated in the methodology. The rankings may not be representative of any one client’s experience and are not indicative of the financial advisor’s future performance. For more information, see www.stifel.info/award-disclosures.

The Solutions program requires a minimum investment, which varies by strategy. Ask your Financial Advisor for a Disclosure Brochure, which further outlines the fees, services, exclusions, and disclosures associated with this program. Since all investment decisions in a Solutions account are made by the Financial Advisor without having to receive prior client approval, it is important that Solutions clients have detailed knowledge of the Financial Advisor’s individual investment philosophy and decision-making process before entrusting him or her with their portfolio. You should consider all terms and conditions before deciding whether the Solutions Program and any particular strategy are appropriate for your needs.

As a member of the Ostrum Wealth Management Team, Lauryn is a part of a group with more than 45 years of combined financial services experience. Growing up in Bismarck with her father and now partner Bruce Ostrum, she has been around the financial services industry throughout her life and knew she wanted to become a financial advisor since the age of 13.

Lauryn began her investment industry career in 2023 at Stifel. Prior to joining Stifel, she spent time working for a local bank as a Customer Service Representative and was able to learn about the financial industry from a banking point of view.

Lauryn holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, as well as life, health, and variable insurance licenses. She received the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ designation from the College for Financial Planning.

Outside of the office, Lauryn loves spending time with friends, family, and her beloved dog and cat. She enjoys staying active, being outdoors, and spending time on the golf course, tennis court, and volleyball court.

Evelyn grew up in rural North Dakota, and later moved to Bismarck, where she began her financial services career in 1984. She joined Stifel in 2009 and puts extraordinary thought into her work. As a crucial member of the Ostrum Wealth Management Team, she assists the advisors with account-related and operational needs. She holds Series 7 and 63 securities licenses.

Outside of the office, you’ll find Evelyn spending time with her friends and family and enjoying various outdoor activities, such as motorcycle trips and boating on the river.