About Approach Path Financial Advisors
At Approach Path Financial Advisors, we believe financial planning shouldn’t feel mysterious, intimidating, or overly complicated. We’re a team‑based advisory practice serving South King County and surrounding communities near or far, and we’re here to help you make sense of your money and feel good about the decisions you’re making with it. As a Thrivent Financial affiliated team, we guide clients through retirement planning, investments, insurance strategies, and generosity planning with one clear belief at the center: money is a tool, not the goal. Our job is to help you use that tool in a way that supports the life you want to live and the people and causes you care about.
We work together, share ideas, and support one another so you’re never relying on just one person you’re backed by an entire team.
Meet Our Team
Auburn Office

Alan Writer
CFP®, ChFC®, CASL®, FIC, RICP®, CLTC®
Alan leads the advisory efforts of the practice and works closely with clients to understand their goals, values, and financial priorities. He focuses on getting to know clients and helping them connect their financial decisions to what matters most in their lives. He focuses on building long‑term relationships and guiding clients through ongoing planning conversations as their lives and needs evolve.
- Title
Wealth Advisor
- State(s) Licensed
- AK , AZ , CO , CT , FL , ID , MI , MO , MT , NE , OR , TX , UT , WA
- Location
Auburn, Lake Stevens
- Website
- https://connect.thrivent.com/alan-writer
- alan.writer@thrivent.com
- Phone
- 253-218-3771
- Fax
877-382-4217

Paul Rittierodt
BFA™
Paul partners with individuals and families as they navigate financial decisions and life changes. As part of the Approach Path team, he brings a calm, steady approach that helps clients think through options, ask good questions, emphasizes education and stay focused on their long‑term goals.
- Title
Associate
- State(s) Licensed
- AK , AZ , FL , ID , MI , OR , WA
- Location
Auburn, Federal Way
- Website
- https://connect.thrivent.com/paul-rittierodt
- paul.rittierodt@thrivent.com
- Phone
- 253-802-7130
- Fax
877-385-9790

Paul Sharp
Paul helps keep the planning process moving and coordinating next steps. He supports client relationships and planning coordination within the team. His role helps ensure continuity and follow‑through as clients move from strategy discussions to implementation, so no detail goes missed.
- Title
Director of Investment Operations
- State(s) Licensed
- AK , AZ , ID , WA
- Location
Remote
- Website
- https://connect.thrivent.com/paul-sharp
- paul.sharp@thrivent.com
- Fax
877-385-9790

William Allen
William supports the implementation side of planning, working closely with the advisory team to help client ideas align with their objectives. Contributing investment and planning support as part of the broader Approach Path client experience all while helping connect strategy to execution, so plans don’t just look good on paper.
- Title
Financial Producer I
- State(s) Licensed
- AK , CA Insurance Lic. #4438255 , OR , TN , WA
- Location
Auburn
- Website
- https://connect.thrivent.com/william-allen
- william.allen@thrivent.com
- Phone
- 206-202-6965
- Fax
877-385-9790

Kassandra Perryman
Kassandra assists with insurance‑related coordination and documentation, supporting clients and advisors throughout policy service, documentation, reviews, and follow‑up. She plays a key role in ensuring accuracy, responsiveness, and compliance in client interactions, while keeping everything accurate, organized, and on track.
Outside of my professional life, I am a proud and active mom of two boys and a daughter who enjoy camping, swimming and spending time outdoors with family and friends. I’m deeply involved in my community, committed to raising awareness about the importance of building a strong, transparent financial foundation with a trusted advisor.
- Title
Insurance Associate
- State(s) Licensed
- WA
- Location
Auburn
- Website
- https://connect.thrivent.com/kassandra-perryman
- kassandra.perryman@thrivent.com
- Phone
- 253-218-3771
- Fax
877-385-9790

Kathy Welch
Kathy keeps schedules, communications, and logistics running like clockwork. Her attention to detail helps ensure meetings happen smoothly, and clients always know what to expect next, all follow‑ups are handled smoothly and professionally. Her role reinforces the team’s commitment to reliable client service.
- Title
Office Professional (UNL)
- Location
Auburn
- Phone
- 253-218-3771
- Fax
877-385-9790

CJ Clark
CJ provides administrative and operational support for the practice; she helps keep the office running smoothly behind the scenes. From coordination to organization she is helping facilitate client meetings and maintain efficient office processes that contribute to a seamless and positive client experience from start to finish.
- Title
Office Professional (UNL)
- Location
Auburn
- Phone
- 253-218-3771
- Fax
877-385-9790