As the founder of Nexus Financial Advisors, Kelly Brickner has spent more than 23 years helping individuals, families, and business owners make confident financial decisions and prepare for the future they envision. She is passionate about building lasting relationships and believes financial guidance should be personal, understandable, and centered around what matters most to each client.

Kelly specializes in retirement income planning, tax-efficient strategies, investment management, and legacy planning. She enjoys helping clients navigate life's major transitions, from preparing for retirement and managing retirement income to creating meaningful plans for future generations. Her goal is to simplify complex financial topics and provide clients with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

A lifelong believer in the value of strong relationships, Kelly considers one of the most rewarding parts of her career to be walking alongside clients through multiple generations of their lives. Whether celebrating milestones, navigating challenges, or helping clients pursue their dreams, she is committed to providing guidance with care, integrity, and a genuine desire to help others flourish. Kelly takes great pride in leading the Nexus Financial Advisors team and working alongside her son, Zachary Brickner, to continue a tradition of helping clients make informed financial decisions with confidence and purpose.

Zachary Brickner joined Nexus Financial Advisors to help continue the legacy of service established by his mother, Kelly Brickner, while building meaningful relationships with the next generation of clients. Working together as a family team, they provide personalized financial guidance tailored to each client's unique goals and values.

Zachary believes financial planning is about more than money. It's about helping people gain clarity, confidence, and peace of mind as they navigate life's opportunities and challenges. He is passionate about building genuine relationships and helping individuals, families, and business owners create strategies that support the lives they want to live.

Whether meeting with clients in the office, volunteering in the community, or hosting educational and appreciation events, Zachary's goal is simple: to help people feel understood, informed, and empowered to make confident financial decisions.

Jaclyn Nelson is a Financial Associate with Nexus Financial Advisors. She joined the team in early 2023 after graduating from the University of Arkansas with her Bachelors in Finance. She has been local to St. Charles area her whole life and believes the people are what make this community so special and rewarding. Outside of the office, she teaches dance in Cottleville at the studio she attended throughout high school. She is a big cat lover and has three in her home in South City, St. Louis. 

Jaclyn supports the brokerage operations and prepares the detailed materials for each review appointment. She plays a critical role in making sure the team has everything they need for upcoming meetings and maintains efficient progress on any investment recommendations that may follow. Jaclyn is very passionate with the service she provides and believes that working with such wonderful coworkers and clients makes her job truly enjoyable and rewarding.

Madelyn Birkhead is an Insurance Support Associate with Nexus Financial Advisors. She provides essential support to advisors and clients by managing insurance applications, coordinating service requests, processing paperwork, and helping ensure every detail is handled accurately and efficiently.

Known for her organization and commitment to exceptional service, Madelyn works behind the scenes to keep the insurance process moving smoothly from start to finish. She enjoys solving problems, tracking case progress, and helping clients navigate important insurance matters with confidence. She finds satisfaction in helping clients stay informed and organized throughout the insurance process, knowing the small details can make a big difference. Her thoughtful approach, reliability, and dedication to quality make her a trusted resource for clients and colleagues alike.

A nearly lifelong resident of the greater O'Fallon, Missouri area, Madelyn values building relationships and serving members of the community she calls home. Outside of work, she enjoys painting, crafting, spending time with her family, and caring for her three pets.

Melissa Garrett is our Client Service Administrator who helps create a welcoming, organized, and supportive experience for clients. She assists with scheduling, service requests, and day-to-day office operations, while also supporting the team’s Financial Advisors and Associates with care and attention to detail.

Melissa enjoys building relationships with clients and helping them feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their financial journey.

Outside the office, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, attending her children’s activities, gardening, participating in church activities, and keeping up with her three dogs at home.

Logan Brickner is a Financial Planning Intern with Nexus Financial Advisors, where she supports the team through client file updates, marketing projects, data entry, and other administrative initiatives. She is currently a junior at the University of Missouri studying Personal Financial Planning and is gaining hands-on experience while preparing for a career in financial advising.

Inspired by the impact thoughtful financial guidance can have on individuals and families, Logan plans to earn her Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) certification after graduation and begin her career as a Financial Advisor. As the daughter of Kelly Brickner, she is proud to be part of the next generation of Nexus Financial Advisors and looks forward to helping clients achieve their financial goals.