Meet The Team
As a Financial Planner, Saeed enjoys getting to know his clients on a personal basis and understanding their financial needs – and how the two interact. Saeed always strives to listen and give guidance in a way that is fun, educational, and actionable.
With more than 12 years in the financial industry and a background in investing and private banking, he is familiar with the complex needs of his clients, understanding both the investing and credit side of the balance sheet. He enjoys owning his own business, as he can work with his clients in a way that is best suited for them without the push for quotas or sales pressure.
Saeed received his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from Black Hills State University and holds a Series 7 Securities License, Series 66 Uniform Combined State Law/Investment Advisory License, and has insurance licenses for life, health, and annuities.
Saeed knew that he loved saving from the age of 13 when a neighbor asked him to watch their house, feed the dog, and take care of things while they were away for a week. To his surprise they gave him a whopping $50 bill! He then saved that bill until he opened his first bank account at 18 and deposited the $50 bill to earn interest.
In college, he joined an investment club and has never looked back since.
In his free time, Saeed enjoys hiking, singing, ice cream, ancient coins, and getting to know his four children - Isaac, Eli, Abby, and Owen with his lovely wife Taylor. He also enjoys nerding out on finances off hours by creating spreadsheets and investing in real estate.
We're excited to welcome Dory to Shield Financial, she'll help ensure smooth operations and a positive client experience from the first interaction. Her attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and service-oriented mindset make her an invaluable support to both clients and advisor.
Prior to joining Shield Financial, Dory served as Executive Director of the Deadwood Chamber of Commerce, where she managed strategic partnerships, coordinated major events, and supported local business development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Tourism and Accounting from Black Hills State University and is a 2025 graduate of Leadership South Dakota. She also completed the Johns Hopkins Women and Leadership Program in Fall 2025.
Deeply involved in her community, Dory serves on the Boards of the Boys & Girls Club of the Black Hills and Lead-Deadwood Teammates, where she is also a mentor. She founded and continues to lead the WRAP initiative supporting foster children and families in the Lead-Deadwood area. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, hiking, and cheering on her daughters, Nadia and Hilde.