Zach Arndt, CFP® is the Branch Manager of Baird’s Oconomowoc office and a dedicated member of the Duchow Kopfer Place Group, where he helps families achieve their financial goals through thoughtful, comprehensive planning. He brings a decade of industry experience, including leadership roles at Baird’s headquarters, which shape his holistic, relationship‑driven approach to serving clients.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Zach partners with families to understand what truly matters to them and builds customized strategies designed to support their priorities over the long term. His passion for problem‑solving and genuine commitment to service guide his work every day.
Zach holds a B.S. in Finance and Economics from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse and has completed graduate‑level coursework in Behavioral Finance at Creighton University, adding depth to his understanding of how personal decision‑making impacts financial outcomes.
A lifelong member of the Lake Country community, Zach lives in Merton, WI with his wife, Amanda, and their son, Bennett. He is actively involved in several nonprofit organizations, including Make‑A‑Wish Wisconsin and the Pabst Farms YMCA. Outside the office, Zach enjoys spending time in the yard, gym, and kitchen. The Arndt family shares a special love for all things Walt Disney World.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization’s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.