Our Team

Harvey C. Krautschun, CLU^®

Founder/Retired

After proudly serving clients for 47 years, Harvey retired from Financial Benefits Inc. and New York Life in 2023 and no longer provides products or services to clients. Tamara and Harvey have been working together for 26 years and over the past two decades we've been thoughtfully preparing for the transition of full operations to Tamara and Zach. The transition is now complete and our team is committed to continue the legacy Harvey began. To learn more about Harvey and the quality at which he built this business, served our clients, and shaped our team, please read more below.

Harvey belived that the quality of our lives is the result of the quality of the decisions we make over time. And over most of his career, he spent his time helping families and business owners make solid financial decisions.

Harvey belived in his client's vision and values and is known for his compassionate “tell it as it is” attitude. So, when his clients were on track and doing a great job, he would celebrate with them and would be there to remind them of their success, encouraging them to continue. When clients would drift off their plan, he’d be there to remind them of their own reasons for taking charge of their financial security and how to stick with their plan.

Harvey understood hard work and showed it both at the office, and in the early mornings when he’d get work done on the ranch before heading to the office. His passion and dedication for his client's success isn’t typical, but it’s certainly Harvey.

Tamara Burke, ChFC^®

Owner

Tammy joined the Financial Benefits team in 1996 after more than a decade working in accounting throughout western South Dakota. From the start, Tammy brought an added depth of experience and insights that years of accounting in large and small businesses creates.

Her initial focus was to help streamline the internal operations of Financial Benefits, but her long-term goal was to become a partner. In 2005, her goal became a reality when she became a full Partner at the firm and in 2021 took over full ownership and operations of Financial Benefits.

Tammy spends her time working directly with clients to accomplish business, estate, and retirement planning goals while also keeping a close eye on the operations of the business. When you meet Tammy, you’ll know why she’s been so successful at helping clients achieve their desired level of financial security. Her contagious smile, desire to understand and serving heart truly set her apart.

Zach Burke

Associate

Zach joined the Financial Benefits team after graduating from Black Hills State University in 2010. He served in a multitude of roles until joining the firm as a fulltime associate advisor in 2016.

He specializes in working primarily with families and established clients in creating and implementing their financial plans, in addition to working alongside Tammy in developing and implementing business and estate strategies.

Augusta Herman

Aleshia Skavang

Karli Hills