The HMS Team
Robert Herdler, ChFC®, RICP®, ChSNC®, CLU®
Financial Advisor
Robert Herdler is a native St. Louisan who began his career as a financial advisor in 1997 with MML Investor Services. Prior to becoming an advisor, Robert was employed by Allen Foods in St. Louis where he worked in operations and risk management. Robert graduated from Lindenwood University in 1987 with a BS in Business Administration, Robert continued his education by earning professional designations of: Associate in Risk Management (ARM), a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), a Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP), a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), a Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC), and became part of the Special Care Program. Robert and his wife, Kim, live in Webster Groves and have 3 children, Jonathan, Joseph, and James.
Dan Marcotte
Financial Advisor
Dan Marcotte began his career as a financial advisor in 1997 with MML Investors Services. While at MML, he was hired as the Registered Principal and Compliance Officer for the St. Louis Agency. Dan spent approximately seven years in that role, and currently remains a Registered Principal for the Agency. In 2011, he became business partners with Robert Herdler, offering comprehensive financial services to individuals, business owners, and government entities. Dan is married to his wife Krista and they have five children, Sarah, Josh, Emma, Rebekah, and Jessica. He is an elder at Twin Oaks Presbyterian Church and serves on the board of Providence Classical Christian Academy.
Tim Smith, ChFC®, RICP®, CLU®
Financial Advisor
Tim Smith has been in the Financial Advisory Services and Insurance business since 2004. He is a graduate of Westminster College with a degree in Finance and a degree in Economics. He currently holds three professional designations from The American College: Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP), and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU). He is married to his wife Suzanne and they have boxer mix dogs named Ryder and Milo. In his free time, Tim loves to be biking, fishing, outdoors, playing baseball, playing basketball, running, and spending time at Table Rock Lake. He is also an avid Cardinals and Blues fan.
Monica Broom
Investment Account Manager
Monica is the newest member of the team. She transitioned from a career in mortgage to HMS Financial Group in March of 2024. Her focus is on new accounts and account maintenance. She is excited to bring her talent for building lasting client relationships to the group. Monica lives in O'Fallon Missouri and has 2 children, Liam and Katheryn. If she isn't busy with a DIY home or yard project she enjoys reading, cooking, thrifting and sharing new experiences with friends.
Megan Knight
Client Relationship Manager
Megan joined HMS in March 2020 on the front end of a global pandemic, a very difficult challenge. Megan's primary focus is on the client's immediate needs and coordinating communication between the HMS advisors and their clients. "Service is important to us!"
Janice Miller
Client Relationship Manager
Janice has been in the financial services industry since 2009 and joined HMS Financial Group in December 2021. Janice's primary focus is client administration for the group, preparing insurance applications, and client inquiries with personal care and first-class service. Janice also serves as a Notary Public for HMS Financial Group. She has been married to her husband Dennis for 37 years and has 2 sons, Garrett and Cole.