A Paul Olsen

A. Paul Olsen serves as Senior Vice President - Investments and Branch Manager at Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. in Madison, Wisconsin, where he leads the firm’s Madison branch and manages investment services for a broad client base. He is responsible for overseeing branch operations, delivering comprehensive financial solutions, and guiding clients through complex investment decisions with a client-first approach.

Olsen’s investment focus encompasses wealth management, asset allocation, retirement planning, equities, alternative investments, and estate planning strategies, addressing the unique needs of individuals, business owners, and affluent investors. He also provides expertise in advisory services, charitable planning, and portfolio construction, leveraging a deep knowledge of both traditional and alternative asset classes.

With over 30 years in financial services, Olsen began his career in 1980 at R.W. Baird, later joining A.G. Edwards, where he became branch manager for Madison before the firm’s acquisition by Wells Fargo Advisors. He holds an M.A. and PhD in Comparative Literature from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a B.A. from CUNY-Brooklyn College, and is recognized for his leadership and commitment to integrity and trusted financial guidance in the investment industry.