May 19, 2026 Advisor News

The McEwen Group Merges with Prairie Wealth Advisors to Form Billion Dollar RIA

Business Wire

Supports firm’s long-term succession planning, enhances planning and investment management capabilities

LINCOLN, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Prairie Wealth Advisors (“Prairie Wealth”), a registered investment advisor (RIA) providing families with bespoke investment management and wealth planning, today announced a strategic merger with The McEwen Group.

The five-person advisory team, formerly affiliated with RBC Wealth Management, will continue operating under its existing name within Prairie Wealth and brings over $400 million in assets under management and approximately $200 million in 401(k) assets. Together, the combined firm will oversee more than a billion in client assets, serving mass affluent, high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families.

The move builds on a long-standing relationship between Prairie Wealth founder and CEO Craig Hundt and Tim McEwen, CFP®, managing director of The McEwen Group, who have been professional acquaintances for nearly a decade. McEwen will join Prairie Wealth as a partner, aligning his team’s future with the firm’s growth trajectory. The addition also advances Prairie Wealth’s succession plan, further positioning the firm as a sustainable, multigenerational business.

“This was never about finding just any partner; it was about finding the right one,” said Hundt. “Tim’s values align closely with our vision for delivering tailored client service and continuing to evolve the solutions we provide. The Prairie Wealth team is thrilled to welcome The McEwen Group. I couldn’t think of a better future leader than Tim, and I’m confident he will help us continue delivering exceptional client service and drive our growth in the years ahead.”

Prairie Wealth and The McEwen Group share a planning-first philosophy and a commitment to personalized service, particularly for HNW and UHNW families, creating a strong cultural fit and foundation for long-term collaboration. Both firms have also historically maintained a commitment to community involvement, actively engaging in local organizations important to their staff and clients.

“There’s a lot to consider when moving from the broker-dealer world into independence,” said McEwen. “My trust in Craig as a leader gave us confidence in this decision, knowing we were joining a team with a long history of running a great business and always putting clients first. That foundation allows us to continue strengthening the relationships we’ve built with our clients and each other over time.”

The McEwen Group bolsters Prairie Wealth’s investment and planning capabilities by introducing an equity-focused perspective to complement its existing expertise in municipal bonds and alternative investments. The team brings deep experience serving UHNW clients, including sophisticated financial, estate and succession planning, as well as advanced strategies such as cash balance plans and captive insurance. The merger broadens Prairie Wealth’s capabilities while positioning itself for long-term, scalable growth.

In addition to his role as a Wealth Advisor and Managing Partner, Tim McEwen, CFP®, will become president of Prairie Wealth. McEwen Group employees transitioning to Prairie Wealth include Jon McGrew, CPFA, vice president and financial advisor; Brooke Wimes, director of client services; and Isabelle McEwen, administrative assistant. They join Paula Deitering, senior vice president of wealth management, Hundt and Prairie Wealth’s existing seven-person team.

If you’re interested in learning more about Prairie Wealth Advisors, please visit: prairiewealthadvisors.com.

About Prairie Wealth Advisors

Prairie Wealth Advisors is a registered investment advisor based in Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska, that provides customized wealth planning, asset management, and family and multigenerational planning services. The firm takes a planning-first approach, aligning its strategies with each client’s unique goals, values and financial complexity rather than relying on one-size-fits-all solutions. Prairie Wealth specializes in helping clients make clear, confident decisions and engage their assets more productively through thoughtful, personalized guidance. Prairie Wealth is held to a fiduciary standard and is legally obligated to act in clients’ best interests. The firm is committed to transparency, objective advice and a highly personalized client experience, with a dedicated team known for being responsive, approachable and deeply invested in long-term relationships. For more information, please visit: prairiewealthadvisors.com or follow us on LinkedIn.