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AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A++ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of aa+ (Superior) of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans (Thrivent) (headquartered in Minneapolis, MN).

Key Points: 
  • AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A++ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) of aa+ (Superior) of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans (Thrivent) (headquartered in Minneapolis, MN).
  • Thrivent maintains a diversified and well-managed product portfolio that is intended to complement its clients needs over their life cycles.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Bests Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper media use of Bests Credit Ratings and AM Best press releases, please view Guide for Media - Proper Use of Bests Credit Ratings and AM Best Rating Action Press Releases .

Carolyn Armitage Appointed Head of Thrivent Advisor Network

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Friday, June 11, 2021

MINNEAPOLIS, June 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network, the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver fiduciary adviceas members of a community with shared values, proudly announces the appointment of Carolyn Armitage, CFP, CIMA, as Head of Thrivent Advisor Network, when she joins the firm on June 14.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, June 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network, the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver fiduciary adviceas members of a community with shared values, proudly announces the appointment of Carolyn Armitage, CFP, CIMA, as Head of Thrivent Advisor Network, when she joins the firm on June 14.
  • "In my prior role, I worked with a number of Thrivent Advisor Network teams, and I've come to have tremendous respect for the organization and for Luke and his team," explained Carolyn Armitage, Head of Thrivent Advisor Network.
  • Advisors who join Thrivent Advisor Network are seeking the freedom that comes from owning their own practice while still wanting the human connection and support that comes from being part of a community of professionals under the Thrivent Advisor Network RIA.
  • 1 As of January 31, 2021, Thrivent Advisor Network reported $5.3 billion in assets under management on its Form ADV.

Ryan Armock Joins Thrivent Advisor Network as Director of Operations

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

As Director of Operations, Ryan will spearhead the operations team, promote team communication across Thrivent Advisor Network leadership and support RIA teams during their transition and growth journey.

Key Points: 
  • As Director of Operations, Ryan will spearhead the operations team, promote team communication across Thrivent Advisor Network leadership and support RIA teams during their transition and growth journey.
  • "Ryan brings operations experience and problem-solving ability to Thrivent Advisor Network that will be invaluable in fostering our further growth.
  • "The chance to be part of this organization and to apply my experience to the independent advisors on the Thrivent Advisor Network platform was truly an opportunity that spoke to me," said Ryan Armock, Director of Operations at Thrivent Advisor Network.
  • Advisors who join Thrivent Advisor Network are seeking the freedom that comes from owning their own practice while still wanting the human connection and support that comes from being part of a community of professionals under the Thrivent Advisor Network RIA.

Wisconsin Connections Academy Opens Enrollment for 2021-22 School Year

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

APPLETON, Wis., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Wisconsin Connections Academy is welcoming students to enroll for the 2021-22 school year.

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  • APPLETON, Wis., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Wisconsin Connections Academy is welcoming students to enroll for the 2021-22 school year.
  • Established in 2002, Wisconsin Connections Academy is the state's most experienced tuition-free, online public school for 4K-12 students.
  • "The expertise of our educators, engaging curriculum and personalized approach makes Wisconsin Connections Academy a shining example of effective full-time online learning in action," said Michelle Mueller, Wisconsin Connections Academy Principal.
  • Wisconsin Connections Academy (WCA) is a tuition-free, online public school for 4K12 public students across the state.

Thrivent invests $1 million in COVID-19 relief for Habitat homeowners

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Thursday, December 10, 2020

ATLANTA, Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent today announced it is contributing $1 million to help Habitat homeowners recover from the economic fallout and recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • ATLANTA, Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent today announced it is contributing $1 million to help Habitat homeowners recover from the economic fallout and recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To help families stay in their homes during and after the pandemic, Thrivent is investing $750,000 in 100 local Habitat organizations across the U.S. to assist families with temporary mortgage relief.
  • To assist with international needs, Thrivent is investing an additional $250,000 in six national Habitat for Humanity organizations.
  • "We're grateful for our long-standing partnership with Thrivent and their continued support of homeowners and our global mission," said Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International.

RIA Industry Veteran Gary Foster Joins Thrivent Advisor Network as Senior Business Development Officer

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network, the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver financial adviceas part of a community with shared values, has hired RIA industry veteran Gary Foster as Senior Business Development Officer.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network, the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver financial adviceas part of a community with shared values, has hired RIA industry veteran Gary Foster as Senior Business Development Officer.
  • With over 20 years of experience, Foster joins Thrivent Advisor Network from LPL Financial.
  • "Gary is a respected industry leader and we couldn't be happier to welcome him to Thrivent Advisor Network.
  • Foster is the second Senior Business Development Officer to joinThrivent Advisor Network recently, following Matthew Sines, another industry veteran who came on board from Raymond James Financial Services a month earlier.

Thrivent Advisor Network Hires Industry Veteran Matthew Sines as Senior Business Development Officer

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Monday, October 19, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network, the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver financial adviceas part of a community with shared values, has hired RIA industry veteran Matthew Sines as Senior Business Development Officer.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network, the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver financial adviceas part of a community with shared values, has hired RIA industry veteran Matthew Sines as Senior Business Development Officer.
  • "We're incredibly pleased to welcome an industry leader like Matt to Thrivent Advisor Network.
  • "I've found that many advisors aren't fully aware of the possibility of independence with the support of a network like Thrivent Advisor Network.
  • I am thrilled to be an integral part of the team that helps our platform reach its full potential," commented Matthew Sines, Senior Business Development Officer at Thrivent Advisor Network.

Lori Muller Appointed U.S. Vice President for EXIT Realty

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Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Mississauga, ON, Sept. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steve Morris, Founder & Chairman of EXIT Realty Corp. International, today announced the appointment of Lori Muller to the position of Vice President for EXIT in the United States.

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  • Mississauga, ON, Sept. 09, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steve Morris, Founder & Chairman of EXIT Realty Corp. International, today announced the appointment of Lori Muller to the position of Vice President for EXIT in the United States.
  • Mrs. Muller began her career with EXIT Realty in 2007 as Broker/Owner of EXIT Elite Realty in Appleton, Wisconsin, growing that operation to include additional locations in Shawano and Oshkosh.
  • She is a past President of Womens Council of REALTORS for Wisconsin and currently serves on the organization's national executive committee.
  • Mrs. Muller will report to Craig Witt, President of the U.S. Division of EXIT Realty Corp. International and will assist with the companys aggressive growth plans throughout the country.

Thrivent Advisor Network Selects SMArtX Advisory Solutions to Drive New Efficiencies

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SMArtX Advisory Solutions ("SMArtX"), a leading innovator in unified managed accounts technology and architect of the SMArtX turnkey asset management (TAMP) platform, is proud to announce Thrivent Advisor Network (TAN) has added SMArtX to its investment management platform.

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SMArtX Advisory Solutions ("SMArtX"), a leading innovator in unified managed accounts technology and architect of the SMArtX turnkey asset management (TAMP) platform, is proud to announce Thrivent Advisor Network (TAN) has added SMArtX to its investment management platform.
  • "We are excited to work with an industry leader like Thrivent Advisor Network and look forward to developing a long, deep relationship," said Evan Rapoport, CEO of SMArtX Advisory Solutions.
  • "This partnership is just the latest example of how Thrivent Advisor Network harnesses technology so our advisors can focus on what they do bestserving their clients," said Luke Winskowski, Head of Thrivent Advisor Network.
  • However, advisory services are engaged exclusively through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC, a registered investment adviser.

Advisors Seeking both Independence and Community Join Thrivent Advisor Network

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network (TAN), the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver fiduciary adviceas members of a community with shared values, welcomes 49 Financial to the network.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Thrivent Advisor Network (TAN), the platform for independent purpose-driven advisors looking to deliver fiduciary adviceas members of a community with shared values, welcomes 49 Financial to the network.
  • With over 60 financial advisors that represent an average advisor age of 24, 49 Financial is a leader in next generation advisor development.
  • "Thrivent Advisor Network was created for advisors who want to help their clients build lives full of meaning and gratitude in ways that go beyond the simply financial," said Luke Winskowski, Head of Thrivent Advisors Network at Thrivent.
  • However, advisory services are engaged exclusively through Thrivent Advisor Network, LLC, a registered investment adviser.