Meet the Regional Team

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Team Biographies

Our People Make The Difference

No matter where you work, Avantax provides the service and support you need to achieve your full potential. Our three regions are led by long-time financial industry professionals dedicated to making your life as easy as possible while maintaining our high standards.

Jeff Tucker HeadshotJeff Tucker, CRPC®Senior Recruiter | West
Territory includes Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

972.870.6219 | jeffrey.tucker@avantaxwealth.com 

Jeff is dedicated to helping Financial Professionals pursue better client outcomes with Tax-Intelligent planning. He brings with him over 15 years of industry experience, leading regional distribution efforts at top financial services firms prior to joining Avantax. Jeff has a B.A. from St. Norbert College and holds his FINRA Series 7, 66, and SIE registrations, Life, Accident, & Health Insurance Licenses, and carries the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®) designation.

Jon Ingram Headshot FinalJon IngramSenior Recruiter | Northeast
Territory includes Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin

610.945.7299 | jon.ingram@cetera.com 

Jon supports Tax and Financial Professionals across the Northeast by building strong partnerships and helping practices grow. With over 18 years in financial services, he brings experience in market evaluation, strategic planning, and broker-dealer operations. Before joining Cetera, Jon held roles at leading financial institutions, where he developed a relationship-focused approach centered on clear communication and tailored support for advisors.

Dave Renko HeadshotDave RenkoSenior Recruiter | Southeast
Territory includes Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas

404.317.2978 | dave.renko@avantaxwealth.com 

Dave brings the know-how and experience helping Tax and Financial Professionals succeed in offering wealth management solutions to their firms and clients. After building a successful advisory business, he made the transition to leadership in various roles including regional business development, branch management and as a private banker. Dave spent six years in the US Navy, and holds his Series 7, 8, 9, 10, 31, 63, 65, 66 and SIE securities registrations.