Stephen Kruchten, president of Bremer Investments, a subsidiary of the privately held Bremer Financial Corporation, announced recently that Bremer Bank will utilize Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. member FINRA/SIPC to offer clients investment and wealth management services. The conversion to the new services will take place in the third quarter.

“Bremer is a customer-friendly bank that delivers best-of-class service and products, and this new relationship with Raymond James will allow us to create an even stronger investment services company,” said Kruchten. “It will also enable us to continue delivering outstanding service and innovative solutions for our clients, as well as providing access to even more resources from one of the largest and most respected investment firms in the country.”

Raymond James is known for its award-winning research staff, the latest in financial planning technology and relationship management, a sophisticated wealth solutions team and a dedicated 900 person IT support staff.

“We are privileged to welcome Stephen and his team at Bremer Investments to the Raymond James Financial Institutions Division family,” said RJFS-FID managing director John Houston. “Their commitment to servicing all their clients’ investment and wealth management needs is tremendous and we look forward to a long and mutually rewarding partnership.”