Advisors

We have been working with individual investors for over 190 years collectively. We use our extensive personal and professional experience in all areas of wealth management to help you pursue your goals. We are registered to provide a variety of financial products and services. We look forward to speaking with you soon.

Randy McAlpine CFP®

Managing Director
Branch Manager

Randy has over 20 years of financial services experience. While attending The University of Nebraska at Lincoln, Randy developed a passion for wealth management as an intern at a Smith Barney office. Upon graduating in 1999, Randy became a Financial Advisor for Smith Barney where he remained until co-founding North Channel Capital Management in 2006. Also in 2006, Randy passed the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER board of standards exam to earn the nationally recognized CFP® certification.

Randy was born in Walnut Creek, California, but moved a short six months later when his father’s job took the family to Dallas, Texas. His father, Tim, worked for the Army Air Force Exchange Service, which operates a large network of retail stores on our nation’s Army and Air Force installations. Growing up, Randy had the opportunity to live in Walnut Creek, California; Dallas, Texas; Tacoma, Washington; and Omaha, Nebraska where he graduated from Westside High School. Randy and his wife Lauren reside in Omaha and have three children: Henry, Charlotte, and George. During his free time, Randy enjoys helping coach Henry’s baseball team, watching Husker Football, playing golf, and spending time with family and friends.

Mick McConkey CFP®

Managing Director

Mick has over 35 years of financial services experience. He began his career in the securities business with First Mid America/Paine Webber in 1983. In 1988, Mick moved to Smith Barney, where he remained until co-founding North Channel Capital Management in 2006. Also in 2006, Mick passed the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER board of standards exam to earn the nationally recognized CFP® certification.

Mick and his wife Kari (“Cookie”), reside in Gretna and have three adult children: Markie (Jamie)Westerman, Mickey, and Maddie (Andy) Janovich.

Neal Roehrs

Managing Director

Neal has over 30 years of financial services experience. He began his career in financial services in 1988 at Dain Bosworth. In 1993, Neal moved to Smith Barney where he remained until co-founding North Channel Capital Management in 2006.

Neal is a native of Osceola, Nebraska where he worked on the family farm. Neal and his wife Joannie reside in Lincoln and have two adult children, Garrett and Gavin, and two grandchildren, Skylar and Emma.

Scott Howerter

Managing Director

Scott has over 28 years of financial services experience. He began his career in financial services in 1992 at A.G. Edwards. In 2004, Scott moved to Smith Barney where he remained until joining North Channel Capital Management Group in 2009.

Prior to working in financial services, Scott spent six years as a golf professional. Scott and his wife Liz reside in Lincoln and have four children: Taylor, Joe, Hannah, and Eric.

Scott is highly active in his community, he has served on the boards of the Nebraska Presbyterian Foundation, Huskers Athletic Fund, and Country Club of Lincoln, and currently sits on the board of Immanuel.

Stephen L. Bartlett

Wealth Advisor

Steve has over 37 years of financial services experience. Prior to joining North Channel Capital Management in 2020, he was a Wealth Advisor at the Wells Fargo Private Bank for 13 years, and before that served as a Wealth Advisor at First National of Nebraska’s Wealth Management Group for 8 years. Steve is responsible for working with high-net-worth clients to assist them in effectively managing their wealth. Steve earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and his J.D. from the Creighton University School of Law (no longer practicing).

Steve is an active member of the community. He is currently a member of the Nebraska Bar Association and has served on the boards of the Mid America Council, Boy Scouts of America, The Multiple Sclerosis Society, and River City Rodeo Ticket Sales, and on the floor committee of the Aksarben Foundation.

Steve and his wife Rita live in Omaha. They have four grown, married children, and 12 grandchildren.

Tim Hoffman, CRPC®

Managing Partner

As a Managing Partner at North Channel Capital, Tim Hoffman believes your wealth should work in support of the goals you have established. The careful planning which that requires is a process - not a single event. That's why Tim utilizes a long-term investment approach to become a true partner for his clients' life-journeys.

Tim draws on 25 years in the financial industry when translating market events and providing advice to clients. After building his proficiencies at Wells Fargo Advisors, he joined North Channel Capital to continue delivering an enhanced experience his clients deserve. A lifelong learner, Tim earned the Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorSM designation to provide an even broader depth of knowledge and resources to his clients.

Outside of the office, Tim enjoys spending time with his wife, Alisa, and their three sons: Austin, Connor, and Matt. You will find them traveling on the weekends, on the hunt for new adventures. Tim and his family are also proudly involved with Special Olympics Nebraska, where he is a volunteer coach and referee for multiple sports.

Phil Halloran

CFP®, Managing Partner

For over 15 years in financial services, Phil Halloran has been establishing plans for wealth creation & management using a variety of customized tools and strategies tailored to his client's goals. By working with his clients long enough to see them enjoy the fruits of their labor, many of Phil's client relationships have evolved into true friendships.

After building proficiencies as a Licensed Banker and Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors, Phil came to North Channel Capital as a Managing Director to pair their big-firm resources with his personalized touch. Phil's earned certifications like the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER to help him communicate complex strategies to his clients and create meaningful plans for generational wealth.

Originally from Hastings and now in Lincoln, Phil loves combining his love of family and the outdoors. He and his wife enjoy watching their two boys play & succeed at sports, as well as going on family camp-outs. Outside of that, you'll find Phil hunting, biking, fishing, or attending sporting events.

Brett Stauffer

Managing Partner

In his role as Senior Wealth Client Financial Advisor at North Channel Capital, Brett Stauffer forges true relationships with individuals & families to achieve both their short and long-term financial goals. Brett puts a special emphasis on explaining things well to help his clients feel more confident in their plan.

For Brett, providing truly comprehensive investment planning means taking the time to discover each client's individual needs and risk tolerance. A hard worker by nature, he built his proficiencies at Wells Fargo Bank as a Regional Private Banker and Senior Financial Advisor before joining North Channel. Brett backs his experience up with multiple degrees from NW Missouri State - one in Business Management and another in Business Marketing.

The spirit of generosity is important to Brett, which is why he serves on his local church board and coaches youth sports. As a native of Lincoln, he has a great love of both the outdoors and Nebraska football. In his free time, you will find Brett hunting & fishing, playing golf, or traveling with family.