About Us

We are a team of dedicated professionals, ready to do whatever it takes to make your business grow.
The RIVR Financial Team

Paul Reimer
Financial Advisor
Since first entering the financial services industry in 2004, Paul Reimer has incorporated many of his own personal values into his career. His dedication, commitment and experience, combined with his ability to create effective insurance solutions designed to meet his clients’ needs, has made him one of RIVR Financial Services’ leading advisors.
Paul received his Bachelors of Commerce degree from the University of MB in 2004. He also earned his LLQP (Life License Qualification Program), a very important part of the Canada licensing regime for life insurance sales people in the same year. Immediately upon graduating University, Paul researched the financial sector until he found a firm with a solid industry reputation for quality services and value. He joined Klassen Financial Services in 2004.
As a financial and insurance advisor at RIVR Financial, Paul provides corporate solutions for many of Manitoba’s top businesses. He specializes in group benefits, corporate life/disability/critical illness insurance to cover buy/sell agreements, key employees and continuation planning. He also volunteers regularly with Southeast Helping Hands.
An avid outdoorsmen and former golf pro, Paul lives in the Steinbach area with his wife and two children. He routinely volunteers with Habitat for Humanity helping build safe, affordable housing for the needy.
To learn more about Paul Reimer or to find out what he can do for your business, contact him today.

Devyn Bartel
Associate Advisor
Devyn Bartel believes in making it easy for anyone to understand the complex financial world and partners with individuals to achieve their short and long-term financial goals.
Devyn received an Associates’s Degree in Marketing from Red River College in 2015, a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Winnipeg in 2017, completed the Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) in 2021, and has now obtained a “Certified Executor Advisor” Designation (CEA) in 2022. Devyn started his career in finance as soon as he graduated university and moved to RIVR Financial in 2021.
As an Associate Advisor at RIVR Financial, Devyn provides personal solutions for families and individuals through insurance and investments and works closely with Paul Reimer to help businesses with group retirement and insurance benefit solutions.
Devyn was raised in a small family business (MJ’s Kafe) and still lives in the Steinbach area with his wife and daughter. His free time is spent running, reading, playing the drums, and scuba diving every chance he gets. He is currently serving as the Treasurer for Recreational Opportunities for Children (ROC) Eastman Inc. This charity works to change children’s futures by giving them opportunities to participate in recreational activities they’re passionate about.
To learn more about Devyn Bartel and what he can do to help you achieve your financial goals, contact him today.

Laura-Lee Mitchell
Office Administrator
Laura-Lee joined RIVR Financial in Oct 2017 as Office Administrator. She came to us with experience in customer service and insurance from working at financial institutions and a car dealership, with a degree in Business Administration. Laura-Lee enjoys helping our clients and offering a cup of coffee or tea to whomever comes into our office. Laura-Lee lives in Landmark with her husband, Abe and daughter, Frankie. She loves spending time with family and friends, curling, and volunteering.

Yvonne Neufeld
Office Administrator
Yvonne joined RIVR Financial in September 2020 on a term position as an Office Administrator. She came to us with over 20 years of experience in customer service and has her Administrative Assistant certificate.
You will be greeted with a cheerful smile and offered a beverage when you come into our office. Yvonne lives in Blumenort with her husband and two daughters. She loves to spend time with her family and friends, going to the lake and enjoys an evening campfire with a hot cup of coffee.

Stephanie Froese
Marketing Associate
Stephanie is a dedicated and experienced professional committed to empowering individuals to achieve their goals. Her keen ability to recognize aspirations and provide guidance for success makes her an invaluable asset to RIVR Financial. As a skilled leader, Stephanie excels in managing and supporting teams, addressing concerns, and devising effective solutions. Her exceptional networking skills establish strong employer relationships, creating valuable employment opportunities.
With a passion for making a positive impact, she drives success and empowers others to reach their full potential. Stephanie’s expertise in guiding individuals, fostering growth, and cultivating fruitful professional relationships further solidifies her as a valuable asset to the RIVR Financial team.