Kerry Berger

Kerry Berger’s passion for helping clients succeed was developed in her three years of working as an assistant to a senior financial advisor. Kerry learned first-hand how to cultivate relationships through careful listening and prioritizing individual needs. She enjoys working with a variety of clients and has a special knack for relating to young families.

Renaissance Financial’s culture of collaboration and family is a perfect fit for Kerry as she fully embraces being part of a team. Her priority is always working hard to impact the lives of her clients for the better.

Kerry attended Patricia Steven’s College, where she received an associate’s degree in applied science and studied fashion merchandising and retail management. Kerry holds her Life, Accident, and Health Insurance, Property and Casualty Insurance, Series 7, Series 63, and Series 65 registrations. In 2018, Securian Financial Services, Inc. awarded Kerry with the Excellence in Performance Award* and named her a member of the Foundation Club*. She was also named 2018’s Rookie of the Year*, an award granted by Renaissance given to the advisor with the most production during their first full calendar year.

A native of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, Kerry currently lives in Arnold with her husband, Steve, and their two children. She enjoys spending time at the Lake of the Ozarks and rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals with her family. Commitment to her community has always been very important for Kerry, beginning in the early stages of her youth while devoting her time at church events. She aims to dedicate her time and efforts through ongoing opportunities to be of service at her children’s school. Now, Kerry continues to give back by running 5Ks and half marathons to raise money for different organizations for different causes such as St. Jude, the Humane Society, and the Lymphoma Society.

Registered Representative and Investment Advisor Representative, Securian Financial Services, Inc.

* Awards and club membership are granted annually based primarily on commissions, premiums, or fees generated from investment and insurance products of the previous year, and other criteria relative to leadership, achievement, and recruiting. Working with this individual or firm is not a guarantee of future financial results. Investors should conduct their own evaluation.

Ava Behnen

Executive Assistant to Kerry Berger

Ava is a motivated and hardworking executive assistant to Kerry Berger. She shares Kerry’s passion for providing dedicated services to her clients and helping them meet their financial goals. She is excited to learn more about the financial industry and has found Renaissance Financial to be her second home.

A three-year college graduate from Missouri State University, Ava earned her bachelor’s degree in administrative management and was an active member in the Alpha Chi Omega chapter. She participated in several philanthropic fundraisers, academic events, and intramural sports such as sand volleyball, basketball, and flag football.

Ava was born and raised in St. Louis and is proud to be working as a local native in her community. Some of Ava’s favorite hobbies include trying new things, working out, being outside, and spending time with family and friends.