Mark Kindler joined Baird’s flagship Milwaukee office in 1993. With an experienced team of specialists beside him at Baird, Mark works with clients to remain focused on their long-term objectives, helping them avoid making emotionally charged decisions. As a former fundraising professional, Mark is experienced in creating Investment Policy Statements for non-profits, refining their strategies, and balancing operating income with legacy wealth building.
Mark truly enjoys keeping in touch with clients and values open communication. He is grateful for his clients’ trust and continues to honor that trust by always putting his clients’ interest first. His client relationships often span multiple generations within the families he works with.
Education/Experience
Mark earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and served as Chair of the Wisconsin Foundation’s inaugural Senior Pledge Program in 1990. Mark has successfully completed Baird's Investment Consultant Program held at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Community Involvement
Mark has been an active leader in the Boy Scouts of America for many years, serving as a Cubmaster, Den Leader, Fundraising Chair and Troop Committee Member. He is actively involved in his church and has also served on non-profit boards for Phantom Lake YMCA Camp and the Wisconsin Area Music Industry.
Personal
Mark and his wife Kathy have been married for 27 years and live in Brookfield, WI with their three sons. Mark has coached youth baseball and soccer and enjoys distance running, golf and performing with local music and theater groups both on stage and on the drums.