Brokerage, investments and financial advisory services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2014 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. Ameriprise Advisor Group: Organization & Internship Opportunity Overview Prepared by Kendra Seitz, Nick Nino & Lindsey Harter Presented to: California State – Northridge Financial Planning Program Date: February 27th, 2014

Agenda  Ameriprise Advisor Group  Ameriprise Campus Recruiting  AAG Internship program  AAG Internship Qualifications  AAG Internship Benefits & Support  Advisor Perspective  Contact Information 2 For internal use only. Not intended for inspection by, or distribution or quotation to the general public.

3 Ameriprise Advisor Group: The Ameriprise Advisor Group is a network of more than 2,000 employee advisors nationwide who provide personalized, one-on-one financial advice, tailored solutions, and ongoing support to clients. As an intern working in one of our Ameriprise branch offices, you will experience how our business delivers a unique client experience based on comprehensive financial advice. With access to best-in-class leadership, turn-key local marketing, and built-in compliance, you will assist our employee advisors as they help clients feel confident about their financial future. Ameriprise Advisor Group Quick Facts 8 regions nationwide with over 120 branches The Ameriprise Advisor Group has hired more than 950 advisors since 2009 America’s leader in Financial Planning Ranked #263 on FORTUNE 500. ® 2 Ameriprise Advisor Group Quick Facts 8 regions nationwide with over 120 branches The Ameriprise Advisor Group has hired more than 950 advisors since 2009 America’s leader in Financial Planning Ranked #263 on FORTUNE 500. ® 2 For internal use only. Not intended for inspection by, or distribution or quotation to the general public.

Ameriprise Advisor Group: Field Staff Career Lattice AAG Client Service Coordinator Internship RDO – Regional Ops Leader Region Sales Manager RSM Director, Advisor Business Development Group Targeted Career Changer Advisor Branch Manager Opportunities for Career Advancement Regional Sales Director Consider Corporate Roles: View postings at: Consider Corporate Roles: View postings at: Employee Advisor Client Service Coordinator Sr. Field Operations Team Lead RSA Registered Support Assistant Field Operations Team Lead Registered Operations Team Lead Centralized Supervision Role Opportunities for Advisor Advancement For internal use only. Not intended for inspection by, or distribution or quotation to the general public.

Campus Recruiting: Vision, Mission, Objective and Strategy Vision: To provide students a professional platform for their careers. Mission: We are committed to hiring and retaining high performing, diverse talent, creating an environment that develops future leaders for the organization. Objective: To provide Ameriprise with high performing diverse talent at entry levels of the organization, while giving students rewarding experiences that help further their careers. Campus recruiting will be the first feeder of talented bench strength at Ameriprise. Strategy: Increase our presence and deepen our relationships at a smaller number of highly ranked schools that meet our business needs For internal use only. Not intended for inspection by, or distribution or quotation to the general public. 5

AAG Internship Program Overview 6 Internship Role & Responsibilities: Prepare advisor for client meetings by scheduling and confirming meetings, entering data into Contact Manager, creating the agenda and summary of meetings, escorting clients to advisor Prepare and ensure new business paperwork processes successfully, help obtain appropriate signatures, prepare documentation to send to home office. Schedule client or wholesaler appointments, enter client data into various applications, maintenance of plan tracker, assisting advisor in preparation or follow-up to client meetings and correspondence, printing and distributing of reports. May assist advisors in conducting investment research. Prepare for and coordinate some key marketing and seminar events. Shadowing of different advisor practices. May be some general administrative duties performed for entire office to include: distributing and tracking correspondence, answering phones during regular business hours, greeting clients and prospects in the reception area. Exposure to operations leadership positions in branches in the Complex For internal use only. Not intended for inspection by, or distribution or quotation to the general public. Target Dates Program Dates: 11 weeks June 2-August 15, 2014* Headcount: Two (2) interns/location Location(s): Boston & Los Angeles (Summer 2014 Pilot) Hours: 8:00 – 5:00 pm *Aligns with Enterprise Internship Program Target Dates Program Dates: 11 weeks June 2-August 15, 2014* Headcount: Two (2) interns/location Location(s): Boston & Los Angeles (Summer 2014 Pilot) Hours: 8:00 – 5:00 pm *Aligns with Enterprise Internship Program

AAG Internship Qualifications Required Qualifications: Junior status with Financial Planning, Finance concentration GPA of 3.3 or above High level of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethics Ability to influence and strong relationship management skills Demonstrated leadership focus with ability to drive results Creative, strategic, and flexible skill sets Interested in gaining broad experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills Proficient with standard office equipment. Able to maintain confidentiality. Planning, analytical and organization ability Accuracy and attention to detail Excellent client service skills & professionalism Preferred Qualifications: College student in good standing at an accredited financial planning program designated academic institution - Junior status Familiarity with financial concepts preferred Previous employment history preferred For internal use only. Not intended for inspection by, or distribution or quotation to the general public. 7 Learn more today. Visit joinameriprise.com/students or Learn more today. Visit joinameriprise.com/students or

AAG Internship Program Benefits & Support  Competitive wages  Develop professionally and personally  Challenging and significant work  Exposure to senior leaders  Network with peers and co-workers  Involvement in the community  Positioning for the future  Participate in the Ameriprise Financial Internship Executive Speaker Series  Engage in Internship training workshops For internal use only. Not intended for inspection by, or distribution or quotation to the general public % 10 : 1 Participation from our Executive Leadership Team in our Intern Speaker Series Ongoing individualized support from a sales manager and formal training

Contact Information Kendra Seitz, Associate Branch Manager Direct: Lindsey Harter, Senior Field Operations Team Lead Direct: