Our Pros.
Your Team.
Our dedicated professionals bring a team or family dynamic to everything we do. Why? Because we’re stronger when we stand together and when we’re strategic.
Meet Our Team
Don Reynolds
Founder & President
Don Reynolds has been helping people accumulate, protect and preserve wealth since 1985. Don realizes the growing number of financial concerns many mature adults face today and with his strategic approach to his clients’ needs, he is able to provide a detailed review of their situation and provide appropriate solutions. His knowledge, expertise and experience shine forth, as he works diligently to provide comprehensive plans for everyone, all the while utilizing great wisdom and tax-forward planning.
Don's love and passion for boating and fishing has spearheaded the design and logo of Strategic Asset Preservation, as we will always honor the past and legacy Don has stamped on all of us! He will enjoy time and new adventures in Florida as he navigates the ocean waters and deep sea fishing for a majority of the years ahead, while always remaining steadfast to his love of the St. Croix River and the numerous lakes of Minnesota. Don's love of water and boating are only surpassed by his three outstanding granddaughters, which grip his heart deeply.
Cory Stilp
Vice President
Fueled by his passion to be a constant source of inspiration and hope, Cory derives his greatest satisfaction from educating and coaching others to give them confidence that they’re well prepared to excel in retirement.
“There is always hope in every circumstance,” he said. “Nothing is hopeless, and people are wonderful!”
Cory is a protector at heart, and his professional career exemplifies that. Prior to joining Strategic Asset Preservation in 2015, he served as a police officer, patrol sergeant, SWAT team commander and K-9 program developer. He also once worked as a paramedic.
Able to offer both investment and insurance products and services, Cory has passed his Series 65 securities exam and obtained insurance licenses in accident, health, life, variable life and variable annuities. He uses his insights to empower clients, building comprehensive retirement strategies grounded in tax-wise planning.
Cory earned his bachelor’s degree from Minnesota State Mankato in 1991 and his master’s from St. Thomas University in 2004. He also graduated from law enforcement and paramedic programs.
Cory lives in Lindstrom, Minnesota, with his wife, best friend and soulmate, Laura Marie. The couple has four children — Caleb, Tyler, Austyn and Cole — as well as lots of animals on their hobby farm. When he isn’t caring for clients’ financial needs, Cory loves all things outdoors including camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, skiing, skating and snowmobiling.
Tyler Stilp
Financial Advisor
Fueled by his competitive nature and desire to help others devise custom strategies that capitalize on strengths and minimize weaknesses, Tyler was drawn naturally to a financial services career that allows him to guide individuals through the complicated landscape of retirement planning.
"It’s the strategy and relationships that I love,” Tyler said. “I have a serving heart and love to help serve the people who come into our office.”
Tyler joined Strategic Asset Preservation in 2020 and was mentored by founder Don Reynolds and his father, SAP Vice President Cory Stilp. He holds insurance licenses in accident, life, health and annuities, and uses his knowledge to help clients with tax-forward planning, Social Security optimization, income strategies and estate planning.
Prior to joining the firm, Tyler earned his bachelor’s degree in finance and sports management with a minor in accounting from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. He also previously worked in club operations for the Minnesota Vikings and as a coach/trainer.
A resident of Lindstrom, Minnesota, Tyler is an avid sports fan who participates in a variety of leagues ranging from volleyball to broomball. He also coaches travel baseball, football and hockey and serves on the board of directors for the Chisago Lakes Baseball Association.