Meet Our Founder
Eric P. Herried, CFP® ChFC®
Founder & Financial Advisor
As the Founder and Principal of Herried Financial Group, Eric helps people maximize and protect their finances by bridging the gap between their goals and dreams and where they are right now; closing and bridging the gap between the ideal and reality. He partners with clients through every stage of life, and specializes in working with small business owners, individuals and families, and those who are in or nearing retirement.
Education & Licenses
Prior to entering the financial services industry, Eric graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Augsburg University (formerly Augsburg College) in Minneapolis with a business marketing major and a Management Information Systems (MIS) minor. While he was there, he played all 4 years on the Augsburg basketball team. He went on to obtain his FINRA Series 7 and 66 licenses in order to best serve the needs of his clients.
Awards & Accolades
Eric is a member of the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), the premier association of financial professionals. MDRT is an independent association of the world's leading life insurance and financial services professionals, and members demonstrate exceptional professional knowledge, strict ethical conduct, and outstanding client service.
Eric has also received the NAIFA Quality Award, a mark of distinction recognizing his commitment to excellence in serving to his clients and industry, his ongoing pursuit of education and training, and his adherence to NAIFA’s Code of Ethics.