Professional
As Director of Advisory, Bob Annexstad is responsible for the Lead Advisors at Foster Group in West Des Moines. Seeing our clients succeed at their financial goals and being able to focus on what is important to them is what brings the most satisfaction to Bob in his role. Prior to joining Foster Group, Bob spent over 25 years working for a Fortune 250 Retirement and Investments company. He got his start in the industry working for a local Broker/Dealer specializing in municipal securities.
Bob is enthusiastic about the industry and is a voracious, lifelong student in all the aspects of our practice.
Personal
My passion for planning, finance, and the joy of helping others succeed was inspired by many valuable role models whom I was blessed to have in my youth. The nurturing I received is now embodied in my work, and that gift will continue to live on in the success of all with whom I am fortunate to work with. Caring for each other, bringing joy to my work, and living the principle that the more you give the more you receive have driven my passion for my profession for more than 25 years.
Supporting and serving our community are values that were instilled in me at an early age. I am an enthusiastic donor and supporter of the Life Serve Blood Center of Iowa. Additionally, my family and I have great appreciation for the Des Moines Art Center and support the Edmundson Art Foundation to help ensure that we all can continue to have and enjoy world class art in Central Iowa. My family believes in the mission of Iowa Public Radio and Iowa Public Television. We enjoy supporting the service they provide Iowa. I am a third generation, Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Francis of Assisi Council. My family’s faith serves as the foundation for all that we do.
My wife and I reside in the Des Moines metro, with our two daughters and our beloved Labrador Retriever. I have great appreciation for all the cycling trails around the metro and surrounding communities. Whenever the opportunity presents itself, I can be found on the trails, riding my steel cycle-cross bicycle. I have deep family ties with the State of Minnesota, and I am a dyed in the wool Minnesota Vikings and Twins fan.
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato, B.S. in Finance, minors in Accounting and Financial Planning. Magna cum laude. Member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society.