About Us

John Carlson

John Carlson

Chief Executive Officer

Financial Services Group Benefit Consultant

John has been in the financial service and insurance industry for the past 15 years. He specializes in helping business owners put together the best employee benefit packages at the best price to help attract and retain employees. He also works with business owners on succession plans for their business. When he is not working he enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife and 3 children at the lake.
Email John: johncarlson@pebnd.com

Nicole Carlson

Nicole Carlson

Chief Operating Officer

Benefits Consultant

Nicole has over 9 years of experience as the primary benefit consultant at PEB. She enjoys helping clients explore their options for health insurance needs. She has more recently stepped in to the role as the COO by overseeing of the day to day administrative and operational functions of the business. When she's not working she is attending the multiple activities her children are a part of and enjoys summers at lake with John and their 3 kids.
Email Nicole: nicolecarlson@pebnd.com

Stacy Zeeb

Stacy Zeeb

Medicare Specialist/Group and Individual Benefit Consultant

Stacy has over 20 years in the health insurance industry. She specializes in assisting seniors with the Medicare enrollment process. Stacy works with all the major Medicare supplement carriers as well as the Part D carriers. Stacy is Part D certified and has been a licensed insurance agent since 1996. She also enjoys helping employer groups and individuals with their health insurance needs. Stacy is Market place certified for individual and small group. When she isn't working she enjoys spending time with her husband Jayson and their 2 children. Stacy resides in Bismarck, ND.
Email Stacy: stacyzeeb@pebnd.com

Ashley Erwin

Ashley Erwin

Controller

Ashley has over 12 years of experience in a wide array of positions in the insurance and financial services industries. Her thorough and meticulous examination of our business operations helps her make sure that you get the assistance you need from our team. As a native to the Minot area, Ashley enjoys spending her free time fishing and camping around the state with her husband, Cody.
Email Ashley: ashleyerwin@pebnd.com

Marantz Lock

Marantz Lock

Medicare and Benefit Consultant

Marantz plays an important role as part of the Pinnacle Employee Benefits Team. She specializes in assisting individuals compare health insurance options and finding the best options suited for their families. She can help to see if you qualify for help paying your premiums with a subsidy through the marketplace. She has recently been promoted to a Medicare specialist where she assists seniors with the enrollment process. Marantz is Part D certified and works with all major Medicare supplement carriers. Marantz is a Minot native, who when she's not working is both competing and spectating the car races. She enjoys summertime, fishing, and spending time with friends and family.
Email Marantz: marantzh@pebnd.com

Isaac Massey

Isaac Massey

Financial Paraplanner

Isaac came to Pinnacle as a recent college graduate from Minot State University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He has held a couple other positions with local companies that helped develop important financial knowledge and skills needed for a career in the financial industry. Isaac has always had a passion for helping people with their financial plans. When not at work, Isaac enjoys playing tennis and traveling with his wife, Mandy.
Email Isaac: Isaac@pebnd.com

Melissa Winegart

Melissa Winegart

Benefits Consultant

Melissa comes from a background in sales, which includes 8 years of account management and business development. She specializes in employee benefits planning and can help assist your group in creating a high-performance health care plan. She is passionate about customer service and finding a customized solution for her clients. Her and her Husband moved from Texas to Minot to be closer to their young family. On weekends, she enjoys exploring the city of Minot and spending time with her little girl. She loves to travel and has been to some beautiful places around the world.
Email Melissa: melissa@pebnd.com

Matthew Carlson

Matthew Carlson

Benefits Consultant

Mathew has a combined 10 years of sales experience in numerous different fields and looking forward to putting his expertise to work as a group employee benefits consultant. He will be concentrating on putting together benefits packages for small and large groups. In his spare time he enjoys drawing, painting, and hanging out his boys.
Email Matthew: mattcarlson@pebnd.com