Carlson Partners Advisors Earn 2024 Top Company Awards

Sami Cowger: Advisor of the Year

Ben Copeland: Emerging Leader


We are proud to name Sami Cowger as our 2024 Advisor of the Year and Ben Copeland as our 2024 Emerging Leader. Both have demonstrated outstanding dedication and skill, making significant contributions to Carlson Partners.

This is Sami’s second time, consecutively, winning Advisor of the Year. In 2024 alone, Sami completed 32 transactions valued at over $60 million, further enhancing the portfolios of her national client base. She currently manages accounts in 15 states, with high-profile clients such as the Minnesota Timberwolves, Pediatric Home Service, vRad, AVI Systems, King Solutions, Adolfson and Peterson, and Spineology.

Tim Olsen, Co-Owner of Carlson Partners, shared: “Sami has solidified her place as an industry leader, and I’m proud to work with her. Her expertise drives value for our clients and our team, and her knowledge and mentorship skills will have a lasting effect for years to come.”

Ben Copeland, honored as our 2024 Emerging Leader, has made valuable contributions to the growth of Carlson Partners’ client base. In 2024, he successfully added new clients in the office and industrial sectors, providing expert tenant and buyer representation. His work ethic and impressive results have demonstrated his leadership potential, and we look forward to watching his continued growth.

“Since his first day, Ben has shown a strong drive to uncover new opportunities,” said Ted Carlson, Founder of Carlson Partners. “His work ethic, combined with his initiative to build lasting relationships while driving growth for our company showcases his leadership potential.”

Congratulations, Sami and Ben! Your dedication, hard work, and leadership have elevated Carlson Partners, and we are incredibly proud of all you’ve achieved.