Tamara Burke, ChFC®

Tamara Burke, ChFC, CLU, AEP

Financial Advisor

Tammy joined the Financial Benefits team in 1996 after more than a decade working in accounting throughout western South Dakota. From the start, Tammy brought an added depth of experience and insights that years of accounting in large and small businesses creates. 

Her initial focus was to help streamline the internal operations of Financial Benefits. Tammy's dedication and leadership led her to becoming a partner in 2005. 

Tammy spends her time working directly with clients to accomplish business, estate, and retirement planning goals while also keeping a close eye on the operations of the business. When you meet Tammy, you’ll know why she’s been so successful at helping clients achieve their desired level of financial security. Her contagious smile, desire to understand and serving heart truly set her apart. 

A few other things about Tammy... 

• Member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) 

• Member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT^®) Top of the Table^® *

• Member of the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC) 

• Earned the Chartered Financial Consultant^® (ChFC^®), Chartered Life Underwriter^® (CLU^®), and Certification for Long-Term Care (CLTC^®) designations from The American College 

• Member of The Nautilus Group^® as an Advanced Business and Estate Planning Specialist 

• Serves on the Black Hills State University Foundation Board and Finance Committee 

• Served on the Deadwood History Board of Directors (2020–2026) 

• CA insurance License #0F44537

^{*MDRT is recognized throughout the industry as the standard of excellence in life insurance sales performance.}