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Brendan Rorem

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Brendan Rorem
Financial Consultant
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ChFC®, FIC, RICP®, CLTC®
Higher Education Planning
Charitable Giving /Philanthropy
Farmers
Estate Planning
Tax Efficient Planning
Healthcare Professionals
Retirement Planning
Business Owners
About Brendan Rorem
About Brendan Rorem

With more than two decades of experience as a Financial Consultant with Thrivent, I’ve had the privilege of being part of a select group of top-performing representatives who have completed advanced education and training. Prior to joining Thrivent, I worked as an executive focused on business development within music, media, and technology companies.


My wife, Kelly, and I met at Pacific Lutheran and have been married for over 35 years. We’ve raised our three daughters—Katie, Alison, and Annelise—on Mercer Island and enjoyed supporting them through their time at both the University of Washington and Washington State University. (As a "Lute", aka PLU graduate, I cheer for both—and claim Apple Cup neutrality.)


Our family moved to Mercer Island from Minnesota and has remained deeply rooted in the community. We’ve been actively involved in our church, served on non-profit boards, and value time spent at local events, sporting activities, and with extended family across Washington State.

 

Giving back to our communityEducation and Accomplishments
Education and Accomplishments
  • FINRA Series 07 General Securities Representative
  • FINRA Series 66 Uniform Combined State Law
  • Life & Health Insurance Licenses
  • B.A. Pacific Lutheran University


  • ChFC® Designation, Chartered Financial Consultant, American College
  • RICP® Designation, Retirement Income Certified Professional, American College
  • CLTC® Designation, Certified in Long Term Care, CLTC Board of Standards, Inc
  • Kingdom Advisors Core Training in biblically wise advice
  • Voices in Philanthropy (VIP) Recipient (2021)
  • Divisional Volunteer of The Year Nominee (2014)
  • Golden Hammer Award - Regional Volunteer of Year Award (2007-08)
My qualifications
  • Chartered Financial Consultant®
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional®
  • Certification in Long-Term Care®
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
My state licenses
  • Arizona
  • California(Insurance Lic. #0E76706)
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Minnesota
  • Montana
  • New Hampshire
  • Oregon
  • Texas
  • Washington
  • Wisconsin

Insights

Charitable bunching: A smart way to maximize your giving & tax deductions
Charitable bunching: A smart way to maximize your giving & tax deductionsCharitable giving is one of the most powerful ways to live your values, support your community and create a lasting legacy. To make the most of your generosity, consider a strategy called charitable bunching. By grouping multiple years of donations into a single tax year, you may be able to increase your deductions—while still supporting the causes you love every year. Explore whether charitable bunching is right for you. ⬇️ Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.
Donor-advised funds: Helping you help others
Donor-advised funds: Helping you help othersBeing able to support the causes you care about can be one of the most meaningful parts of your financial journey. A donor-advised fund (DAF) may help you extend that impact even further. A DAF enables you to make charitable contributions now and qualify for a tax deduction, while recommending grants to your favorite charities on your own timeline. Over time, your fund may grow, creating even more dollars to give. Explore whether a DAF is right for you. ⬇️
Navigating open enrollment: 5 ways to make the best choices for your family
Navigating open enrollment: 5 ways to make the best choices for your familyOpen enrollment is your opportunity to make choices that will protect and support your family throughout the year. Take a look at this helpful guide before you get started. Let’s connect if you want to discuss which options are the right fit for your family’s needs.

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Purposeful Legacy with John Busacker | Live in Tacoma image

Purposeful Legacy with John Busacker | Live in Tacoma

Oct 28, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC - Oct 28, 2026, 8:00 PM UTC
El Gaucho - Tacoma 2119 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402
John Busacker will discuss how to share your values and valuables with future generations. With inspiring stories, practical strategies and spirited dialogue, workshop creator/facilitator John Busacker will guide participants to:Examine their story and how it shapes their values and motivations. ​Experience an innovative framework for purposefully designing and communicating their financial desires with those affected (children, grandchildren, heirs, organizations).​Learn creative and inspiring insights for strengthening multigenerational relationships.​Seek out additional Thrivent resources for tangible next steps in retirement, charitable, estate, and/or end of life planning. No products will be sold.John Busacker is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. The views expressed in this presentation are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. The material presented has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable and is current. For additional disclosures, see thrivent.com/social.
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Leaving a Thriving Legacy

Oct 28, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC
Virtual
We are dedicated to helping you make thoughtful plans for your future—and for the people you care about most. Join us as we discuss strategies to navigate life’s unexpected challenges with confidence as we address:• Estate planning documents everyone should have• SECURE Act 2.0 and its impact on retirement accounts• The purpose and role of a will• Estate taxes and annual gifting limits• How the probate process works• Advantages of naming beneficiaries on accounts• Long-term care planning: costs and options• Charitable giving strategies and opportunities• How qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) work• Life insurance: Creating stability for every stage of lifeThis event is designed for our clients and their adult beneficiaries. Together, we’ll address common concerns about planning for aging parents and protecting family assets. We encourage you to invite your beneficiaries to attend this educational opportunity.Special guest speaker:Eric W. Bilger, FIC Financial Advisor, ThriventNo products will be sold. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. See Thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 31374FB N12-25
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Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

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