Our Story
About Blue Ridge Group - Thrivent
Whether you're just starting out in your career or are preparing for the retirement you've dreamed about, we can help you identify financial opportunities to help you reach your ultimate destination with confidence. Based on your goals, needs and budgets, we can help develop a spectrum of financial solutions - including retirement income accumulation and distribution - which may include investments, insurance or annuities. We'll also work with accountants and estate planning attorneys to help create and implement tax minimization and estate preservation strategies so you can live and leave a legacy for the people and causes that matter to you.
Why Blue Ridge Group - Thrivent
Driven by purpose, Thrivent is committed to providing financial solutions that help people achieve financial clarity in a modern way.  See our new Thrivent Brand Video below to see who we are and how we're evolving to meet people's needs locally, regionally and nationally in today's financial services landscape.
Giving Back - Southwestern & Central VA
Thrivent is more than insurance and financial products. We're a membership-owned, holistic financial services organization dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients.We offer a suite of benefits, tools and resources to help you live the life you want today – and tomorrow. As members see needs in their communities, we put resources in their hands strengthening them as they help others. And the power of those benefits – in our members' hands – makes an impact in communities across the country every day.Our Thrivent Community - Blue Ridge Group and Thrivent Member Network - Mid-Atlantic Region brings together local Thrivent members for impactful educational and community giving events throughout the year.
Charles Leiser
Charles LeiserFinancial AdvisorChFC®, CLU®, FIC, RICP®

Education and Experience:  

  • FINRA Series 07 General Securities Representative
  • FINRA Series 66 Uniform Combined State Law
  • Life & Health Insurance Licenses
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Roanoke College, 1999

Professional Accomplishments: 

  • ChFC® (Chartered Financial Consultant) a designation granted by the American College
  • CLU® (Chartered Life Underwriter) a designation granted by the American College
  • RICP® (Retirement Income Certified Professional) a designation granted by the American College
  • FIC (Fraternal Insurance Counselor) a designation granted by the Fraternal Field Managers' Association

Specializations: 

  • Retirement income planning
  • Retirement accumulation
  • Savings strategies
  • Retirement planning
  • Life insurance
  • Investments
  • Solutions for businesses
  • Education funding strategies
  • Estate strategies
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Stephanie Leiser
Stephanie LeiserSr. Church Engagement ConsultantFIC, CKA®

Education and Experience: 

  • FINRA Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law
  • FINRA Series 06 Investment Company / Variable Products Limited Representative
  • Life & Health Insurance Licenses
  • Bachelor of Science in Finance & Business Management with a Minor in Economics from Ferrum College, 1998
  • Certified Kingdom Advisor Designation Program from the Ron Blue Institute at Indiana Wesleyan University, 2014
  • Master of Science in Church Management from The Center for Church Management at Villanova University: School of Business, 2025

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Lynda Reader
Lynda ReaderField Practice Solutions Specialist

Lynda has been with Thrivent since 2023.

Daniel Chalmers
Daniel ChalmersField Practice Solutions Specialist

Daniel has been with Thrivent since 2025.

Tanya Verhagen
Tanya VerhagenField Practice Solutions Specialist

Tanya has been with Thrivent since 2019.

Stacy Beyer
Stacy BeyerField Practice Solutions Specialist

Stacy has been with Thrivent since 2025.

Office Location
Roanoke Location
1340 Maple Ave SW
Roanoke, VA 24016
Phone540-491-9993Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
In person office hours are by appointment only in order to provide our clients with outstanding service.  Please contact us in advance to schedule an appointment.


Ready to connect?

We'd love to answer any questions you may have and start learning about your goals. We can meet however you're most comfortable—phone, virtual or in person.

Or call us directly: 540-491-9993

Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Not all team members may provide all products, programs and services in all states.

Not all team members may office at the locations listed.

* as of December 31, 2024

** Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Rating is based on Thrivent’s financial strength and claims-paying ability. Does not apply to investment product performance. For information on this rating, visit the rating agency's website.

Designations
For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations