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Carl W Etzler

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Carl W Etzler
Associate
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FIC
Part of the Endeavor Financial Group practice
About Carl Etzler
I'm proud to be a Thrivent financial professional. I provide personalized financial guidance to people at all stages of life. At Thrivent, we view money not as a goal, but as a tool — one that can afford you a life rich in meaning and gratitude. We believe humanity thrives when individuals make the most of all they've been given. I'm here to help you do just that.
My qualifications
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Series 6 - Investment Company Products and Variable Contracts Limited Representative
  • Series 63 - Licensed Securities Agent
My state licenses
  • Arizona
  • Florida
  • Indiana
  • Michigan
  • Ohio

Insights

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For seasoned sales and financial professionals ready for a new chapter, Thrivent offers a place where your experience becomes the foundation for bigger possibilities. Whether you’re building a team or advancing as a financial advisor, you’ll have the tools and support to grow in a meaningful career. Take the next step in your career journey: thriventcareers.com/3MaLxlM
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As we wrap up 2025, we’ll be retiring Carl Etzler’s Thrivent Facebook page so future updates come from one place. In 2026, Carl's plans to semi-retire and assist clients planning their generosity strategy. Phillip Summersett and Michael Etter will continue serving clients from our Van Wert office, with support from our Napoleon team. Follow Endeavor Financial Group on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with team news, events, and community highlights: Facebook: facebook.com/endeavorfinancialgroup Instagram: endeavorfg.thrivent See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.
Office location
Van Wert Location
10730 Lincoln Hwy
Van Wert, OH 45891
Phone419-232-4310Fax419-238-3199Hours
M – F: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

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

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

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