Erik Fischer earns Certified Financial Planner certification

October 21, 2026

Alerus is pleased to announce Erik Fischer recently received the Certified Financial Planner certification and has been promoted to an associate wealth advisor.

CFP certification is earned by demonstrating financial planning expertise and a commitment to serving clients in their best interests. To earn CFP certification, advisors must complete comprehensive financial planning coursework and pass a rigorous exam, in addition to demonstrating their skills as a financial planner in a real-world setting for at least 6,000 hours, holding a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, and adhering to the organization’s ethics requirements.

Based in Fargo, Erik works directly with clients to ensure their needs are met. He helps monitors and rebalance portfolios and researches and analyzes investment options, insurance, tax strategies, and estate planning to ensure each client’s full financial needs are met.

Erik joined Alerus in November 2025 and previously served as a wealth paraplanner. He holds Series 7 and 66 securities designations and well as life and health insurance licenses. He holds a bachelor’s degree from North Dakota State University.