Why I do what I do

After a wonderful 16 year career in management with a focus on training, I decided it was time for a change. I knew that I loved working with people and had a passion for teaching however, there was something missing. At my job, I would meet hundreds of amazing people on a daily basis and loved it, but I knew I wanted to make a bigger impact on the lives of others. That is when God took the wheel, and I told me to step aside!


I joined Thrivent in 2014 and haven’t looked back since. I was blessed to be partners with my father for 8 years before he retired and now every day is a Saturday for him!


I absolutely love what I do. I have the privilege to work one on one with individuals, families, and businesses to help them achieve their financial dreams. Giving financial clarity to whatever financial season of life you are in and helping crush your goals is what fuels me.  

Other things that bring me joy

In my spare time, I love playing tennis and spending time with my daughter and boyfriend. After a

30-year long break from tennis, I decided to pick up the racquet again back in 2022 and dive right into a tennis tournament. Needless to say, I was quickly reminded that I hadn’t played for years, and I needed some practice. Fast forward to today and I have played in several tournaments and even won a few. I had the opportunity to play on a USTA team and went to state for singles. Tennis truly is a sport of a lifetime, and I am having a blast getting on the court every chance I get.  

Darrell Johnston

Darrell Johnston

After a very successful career of almost 50 years in Information Technology Management, mostly in the Healthcare and Insurance industries Darrell retired in November of 2020. After several months of retirement, he decided he couldn’t stay retired and started working part-time with Alex in May of 2022.  Darrell focuses on managing the preparation and follow up for client meetings to ensure an enjoyable client experience. He also helps with various other administrative duties as needed.  

Darrell lives with his wife Connie in Dunlap, IL. His hobbies are fishing, camping and occasionally he picks up the golf clubs. He enjoys spending time with his family especially attending events with his grandkids. He loves to sit on the lake shore watching the waves and just relax.

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Office Professional

    Carole Rapach

    Carole Rapach

    Carole started with Lutheran Brotherhood/Thrivent in 1995 as the Regional Office Manager for the NW WI/Eastern MN Region and retired in 2018. She has since come back but in a different capacity. Now she helps Alex (virtually) with her scheduling and other administrative duties. She enjoys the contact she has with clients and helping where she can.

    She lives in Shoreview, MN, is a mother of two and grandmother of two. She is also an active member of the MN Women’s Historical Society, St Odilia Catholic Church, and the Shoreview Neighborhood Book Club. In her spare time she can be found at the Shoreview Community Center either swimming, participating in water aerobics or helping with Special Events.

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    Office Professional

      Theresa Janechek

      Theresa Janechek

      Theresa has a driving passion to help others by utilizing her talents and gifts in a positive and impactful way. She enjoys helping with Alex’s marketing efforts, planning fun events for clients and providing an exceptional client experience. 

      Theresa has lived in Woodbury with her husband Jeff since 1993. She enjoys hopping on her e-bike and going for a long ride with Jeff, volunteering, playing cribbage, traveling to see her favorite musicians, watching football and spending time with family and friends. What is most important to her is the happiness and well-being of her family and friends.


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      Marketing Coordinator