Brandi Behne

Brandi is that rare balance of exceptional accountant and client-facing partner. She began her career in assurance at the largest agricultural accounting firm in the country, later stepping into a CFO role where she sharpened her ability to navigate complex financial challenges. In 2023, what began as a short-term engagement with Swanson Agency quickly proved to be something more. Brought on during a busy season to bridge a staffing gap, Brandi’s depth of skill and natural alignment with the firm’s values made her indispensable. She now leads work on accounting and payroll, bringing together precision and a client-friendly approach that inspires trust.

Though based in Missouri, Brandi shares the same commitment to Montana’s people as those who were born here. In fact, after working with Swanson clients for a year, she obtained her Montana CPA license — a reflection of her dedication to serving this community with excellence. Clients appreciate the way she listens, untangles problems, and helps them move forward with clarity and confidence. For Bjorn and the Swanson team, she has become both a trusted colleague and a cornerstone partner.

When she steps away from the numbers, Brandi can be found hiking or kayaking, though most of her free time is happily dictated by her kids. Life has a way of surprising her — like when her plan for two children turned into three with the arrival of twins. Whether guiding clients through financial decisions or guiding her family on the trail, Brandi brings the same steady mix of practicality, optimism, and forward-thinking that defines the Swanson Agency way.