Lauren Wilgenbusch

Lauren is an Associate in the West Des Moines, Iowa office. She is driven by a strong desire to serve others and make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients.

Prior to joining Cerity Partners, Lauren served as a Relationship Manager at Gilbert & Cook, working alongside advisors to support client relationships through thoughtful and responsive interaction.

Lauren is passionate about building long-term relationships and helping clients feel confident in their financial journey. She brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to her role, focused on enhancing the overall client experience and helping ensure that clients feel supported at every stage.

Her interest in finance began early, sparked by a financial literacy class in high school that led her to independently explore personal finance and behavioral finance concepts. She continued to build on that foundation at Simpson College, graduating in 2024 and further developing her understanding of how financial decisions impact individuals and families.

In addition to her role at Cerity Partners, Lauren serves as a Sergeant in the Iowa Army National Guard, where she works as a Chinook Helicopter Mechanic (CH-47). Her decision to serve reflects a deep-rooted sense of purpose and commitment to helping others — values that carry through to her work with clients and her team.

Lauren lives on a small acreage outside of Des Moines with her husband, daughter, and two Labrador retrievers. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, crocheting, and making memories with friends and family.

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