About Us

Our History

How do you improve two of the most prominent underwriting firms in Kansas? Combine them! After the purchase of First Securities in 1995, the two companies were merged in April 1999 to form Riedl First Securities Company of Kansas.

First Securities Company of Kansas, Inc.

First Securities Company of Kansas, Inc. was founded in 1916. The firm’s main office has always been located in Wichita, Kansas. Over the past 100+ years the firm has represented almost every city in the State in the issuance and distribution of their bonds. First Securities has financed roads, schools, utilities, and all types of improvements creating expansion throughout the state.

The Formation of Riedl & Company

Riedl & Company was formed in 1991, by Jerry Riedl, Vice President and Director of R.G. Dickinson, by the acquisition of the Dickinson Wichita, Kansas office. In 1993 Riedl & Company became a member of the National Association of Security Dealers and continued its heritage of full-service discount stock brokerage with an emphasis on Kansas Tax Exempt bond underwriting.

The Formation of Riedl First Securities Company of Kansas

In 2012, Jerry Riedl sold half the firm to Caesar Naftzger, Vice Chairman. The two continued to serve clients across the United States. In 2015, Jerry Riedl sold the remaining half to Caesar Naftzger who currently serves as President and CEO.

Meet Our Team

Riedl First Securities Company of Kansas has a professional staff with many years of experience in the area of structuring financing of cities, counties, school districts, and companies. The firm acts as financial consultant, advising municipalities and companies on the structuring and marketing of general obligation and revenue bonds of various types.

Caesar Naftzger, President and CEO

Caesar Naftzger joined the firm in September 2001 and is an approved FINRA Registered Representative, General Securities Principal, Municipal Securities Principal, and Financial Operations Principal. Mr. Naftzger is experienced in all areas of brokerage financial investments, including personal and business. In 2012, he joined Mr. Riedl as co-owner of the firm and completed full acquisition of the Firm in 2015. Mr. Naftzger is a graduate of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.

Angela Green, Vice President / Branch Manager

Angela Green is Vice President and Branch Manager of the firm with in depth knowledge of the brokerage business since 2009. She came to the firm  with experience as a mortgage broker. During her career, she has specialized in working with the rules and regulations that govern the brokerage business and maintaining compliance as well as operations. She is an approved FINRA General Securities Representative, Municipal Securities Principal, and General Securities Principal and has completed her Life and Health Insurance licensing.

Janis Jansen, First Vice President of Sales / Account Executive

Janis Jansen is First Vice President of Sales and Account Executive with experience in the brokerage industry since 1995. She has specialized in marketing Government Backed Securities, Municipal Issues, and Corporate Bonds. Ms. Jansen has completed her Life and Health Insurance licensing to market annuities. She is a graduate of Stetson University in Deland, Florida. She is an approved FINRA General Securities Representative, General Securities Principal, Municipal Securities Principal and Financial Operations Principal.

Faye Lodge, Cage/Adminstrative Assistant

 Faye joined the firm in October of 2023. Faye graduated Wichita North high school in 2021. Faye is the Cage Administrator, as well as the Administrative Assistant to the brokerage team. She is responsible for daily order entries and receiving in checks, among many other miscellaneous duties.  Faye will be your first contact when calling or visiting our office.

Micah Jacques, Registered Representative

Micah Jacues is the newest member joining our firm as an intern at the end of June 2023. He is currently attending Wichita State University as a sophomore pursuing a degree in Finance.  As of September 15th, 2023 Micah passed his SIE/Series 7 exam and is an approved FINRA General Securities Representative and is responsible for client services to benefit and assist the firm's clients.

Bethany Blatchford, Administrative Assistant

Bethany joined the firm beginning in June 2022. She will graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Pittsburg State University in December 2022. Bethany is an Administrative Assistant to the brokerage team, as well as being responsible for client services and customer relations. She has currently passed her SIE and is studying for her Series 7 exam to better assist the firm's clients.

Stephanie Speagle, Administrative Assistant

Stephanie joined the firm in mid September 2023. Stephanie graduated from Wichita State University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Stephanie is an Administrative Assistant to the brokerage team. Stephanie is responsible for client services and customer relations. She is currently studying for her SIE/Series 7 exam to better assist the firm's clients. 

Let our experienced team help you get started. Call us at 316-265-9341.

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