Lydia is a transplant to Kansas but not to agriculture. She grew up on a farm in Illinois and has her Bachelors and Masters in Agriculture Economics. She worked in the agriculture industry up until 2016 when she felt the call to find a career where she could make a difference in her community.

Lydia’s office is conveniently located in the "Middle of Everywhere" in Washington, Kansas. While she loves meeting clients in person in her office, the beauty of technology enables her to serve customers from all over the United States. An early adopter to collaborating with other Thrivent advisors, Lydia is part of a team that shares best practices while bringing expertise to customers. Lydia has been recognized s a Premier Practice Leader*, Thrivent Pinnacle Producer**, and a member of the Million Dollar Round Table***.

She and her husband farm and ranch in north Central Kansas raising corn, soybeans, alfalfa, and cattle. They have 4 children: Lorena (11), Ida (9), Dietrich (6), and Hilda (almost 3). They are huge advocates for Linn Lutheran School and attend Zion Lutheran Church. In her free time, Lydia enjoys boating, visiting her family in Illinois, and spending time on their farm.

*Recognizing leadership excellence in sales and service to members

**The Peak Performers’ Conference is a sales and service conference recognition for Thrivent.

***MDRT is an industry honor based on sales excellence, outstanding client service, ethical conduct, and professional knowledge

Kaitie joined the team in March 2021 as an office professional. She gets to serve in community outreach, client relations, and marketing. In addition, she assists with office duties and manages Lydia's appointment calendar.

Outside the office, Kaitie can frequently be found at the school in Washington where she is the head coach of the high school cheer & dance squad. When not in town, Kaitie stays busy working alongside her husband, Don raising cattle. Don and Kaitie have a son Terry (8) and a foreign exchange daughter Mao (17).

You can keep up with the office on the social accounts Kaitie manages. You're also welcome to stop in or call to chat with Kaitie about your Thrivent action teams or appointment needs.