Our Story
About Financial Synergy Group

We're proud to be Thrivent financial professionals! Read on to learn more about each member of our team.

Joslyne Counselman
Joslyne CounselmanFinancial AdvisorFIC, RICP®, BFA™

Joslyne started her career at Thrivent in 2014 after accepting a position while finishing up her senior year at Thiel College. She and her husband Josh have been settling into their new house in the company of their fur kids, Simba, Benny, Cutch and Rose. Joslyne and Josh train together for full & half marathons and have a goal of running one race in each state. Her mantra is "learn from yesterday, plan for tomorrow, live for today"!

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Kurt Herbst
Kurt HerbstAssociateMBA
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Cynthia Plazek
Cynthia PlazekFinancial Associate

Before joining Thrivent in 2015, Cynthia worked in radio & TV sales and church music management & performance, transitioning to insurance and investments in 2012. She especially enjoys educating her clients to help them avoid setbacks. Cynthia graduated from Duquesne University, has 4 adult children, and enjoys creating art, gardening and caring for her new grandson. 

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Kristin Bissett
Kristin BissettDirector of Operations

Kristin is the glue that holds our team together! She helps to make sure our clients' needs are met and that all operations of our practice run smoothly. Kristin holds an MS in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University. She primarily works remotely in Beaver Falls, PA but you may catch her in our office during the week! She is married to her husband, Brett, and has two sons, Ayden and Owen.

Amanda  Holskey
Amanda Holskey Practice Support Associate

Amanda is our Practice Support Associate who is passionate about helping clients feel comfortable, heard, and supported. She takes pride in creating a welcoming, stress-free experience and keeping daily operations running smoothly. Based in Pittsburgh, Amanda brings a calm and friendly presence to her work and values clear communication and connection. Outside of the office, she enjoys playing board games and doing puzzles, interests that reflect her love of problem-solving, attention to detail, and bringing people together. 

Join us at an upcoming eventWe’d love to have the opportunity to meet you. We host financial workshops, volunteer opportunities and Thrivent market updates.
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FSG Office Grand OpeningOct 12, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC - Oct 16, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC
9576 Perry Hwy, Suite 102, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
We’re opening the doors to our new home and we want to celebrate with you! Join us for Grand Opening Week, with different ways to visit, celebrate, learn and give back throughout the week.Week of Events: Monday: Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening - Hors d'oeuvres and beverages served. Office tours and giveaways! Tuesday: Join us in our conference room for lunch and watch the Market & Economic update with us! Wednesday: FSG Family Night - Join us for dinner and dessert. Office tours and giveaways! Thursday: Open House - Join us from 9-3PM for Coffee, Donuts, and snacks. Enjoy office tours and giveaways! Help Us Support the North Hills Backpack InitiativeJoin us in making a difference for local students and families! We are collecting donations for the North Hills Backpack Initiative, a program that provides supplemental food, snacks, and essential personal care items to North Hills School District students in need. The initiative helps ensure that children have access to nutritious food and basic necessities outside of the school day, helping them thrive both in and out of the classroom. Donations of individually packaged food items, hygiene products, and personal care items are greatly appreciated. Together, we can help support our community, one backpack at a time.Most Needed ItemsIndividually packaged snacks and crackersFruit cups and applesauce pouchesGranola bars and cereal barsCereal and oatmealPasta meals and macaroni & cheeseShampoo, soap, and deodorantToothbrushes and toothpasteFeminine hygiene productsLaundry detergent 
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Lunch & Learn : Market & Economic UpdateOct 13, 2026, 3:30 PM UTC
FSG'S New Office! | 9576 Perry Hwy, Suite 102, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Are the current markets making you wonder how to best navigate your financial strategy?Join us at our new office for a livestream of Thrivent’s Market and Economic Update, presented by top Thrivent leaders. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Thrivent’s perspective and what the latest trends may mean for you.Lunch will be served at 11:30 and the livestream will begin at 12:30.No products will be sold. For additional disclosures see thrivent.com/social
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Allison Park Location
1736 Ferguson Rd
Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone412-748-0625Fax412-364-6459Hours
M – F: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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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: 412-748-0625

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

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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

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