Carter Michaelson

Where did you grow up?

South St. Paul, MN

What was your first job?

Barista at Caribou Coffee

When did you join the NOFG team?

2019

What are your primary responsibilities at NOFG?

Meeting with clients and leading them through the financial planning process, assisting clients with their accounts, designing workflows for the team, creating and managing team social media strategy. As a Certified Student Loan Professional (CSLP®), I specialize in helping six-figure student loan borrowers develop repayment plans that maximize forgiveness. 

What do you enjoy most about your role/work?

I love being able to connect with clients and hear about what they value most, what goals they have, and help them figure out how to accomplish those goals.

What do clients seem to appreciate most about you? 

Clients seem to appreciate my passion and integrity the most. I believe in doing everything to the best of my ability.

Have you ever won an award? If so, what was it for?

I made Dean’s List for 6-straight semesters at University of Northwestern – St. Paul.

How do you spend your time away from the office?

I love to spend time with my wife at the family cabin. My favorite activities are boating, surfing, skiing, swimming, snowmobiling, golfing, and hiking. The two things that I enjoy most in life are relationships and adventures.

Do you have a favorite…sports team, show, movie or book? 

I bleed purple and gold! SKOL Vikings! I am also a huge Minnesota Twins fan.