Meet Our Team
At Balanced Investment Company, we do more than manage money — we help you build a meaningful financial life. Our team brings together nearly a century of combined expertise across investment strategy, estate planning, tax-efficient retirement strategies. All of our unique services are designed with our values and purpose: to create clarity, confidence, and value for your future.
We believe the best outcomes happen when strategic minds collaborate. That’s why our clients benefit from a team-based approach drawing on diverse perspectives, advanced credentials, and real-world experience to deliver advice that’s both impactful and personal.
There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to your finances. That is why we listen first, and then, we build a plan as unique as you: one that evolves with you and is rooted in proactive thinking, thoughtful execution, and ongoing partnership.
Together, let’s move beyond the traditional and build something intentional.
Our Team of Professionals
Suresh Basnet, MBA
Founder - Portfolio Manager - Advisor
Dr. Dave Knutson, Ph. D., ChFC
Chartered Financial Consultant, Vice President of Strategy
Jairo Muñoz, Ph. D.
Vice President
David J. Sullwold, CFP®
Certified Financial Planner™
Kelli Soll, MPA
Operations
Meera Basnet
Consultant, Business Development
Dennis Naughton, JD
Attorney at Law, Strategic Partner
Advisor services offered through Balanced Investment Advisors, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor in the states of Iowa and Washington. BIA and Balanced Investment Company (BIC) are affiliated entities.
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