Financial Associate
.Retirement Planning
As a Thrivent financial professional, my goal is to provide personalized guidance that helps you make confident decisions about your financial future. At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not the ultimate goal. It’s a resource that can help you live with meaning and gratitude while supporting the priorities that matter most to you.
Before joining Thrivent, I spent more than 20 years in public education, so I understand the unique needs and challenges faced by educators and school employees. I’ve also had a diverse background in broadcasting and the arts, which taught me the value of creativity and adaptability. My wife, Suze, and I have been married for over 30 years, and we’ve raised two sons who continue to inspire us. Living near the shore reminds us daily of the importance of balance and enjoying life’s simple moments.
Giving back to the community is an important part of my work and personal values. Through Thrivent Action Teams, I’ve had the privilege of supporting local initiatives, such as helping members of St. John Lutheran Church collect over 750 food items for families in need as part of Thrivent’s “Feed the Northeast” program. These efforts reflect our shared commitment to making a positive impact where we live and serve.
I enjoy connecting with people and helping them explore ways to align their financial decisions with their values. Whether it’s through events like “Community Night” in Upper Township, NJ, or conversations with individuals and families, my focus is on providing guidance that supports your goals and helps you live with purpose.
- Masters of Education, University of Pennsylvania
- Behavioral Financial Advisor™
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative
- Securities Industry Essentials
- Delaware
- Florida
- Maine
- New Jersey
- North Carolina
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Virginia
Insights
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.
Leaving a Thriving LegacyOct 21, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC - Oct 22, 2026, 10:00 PM UTC
Wednesday, October 21st at 10am or Thursday, October 22nd at 1pm or 6pm.Join us for a special educational event featuring guest speaker Eric W. Bilger, FIC, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Eric will share valuable strategies to help you better prepare for life’s “what-ifs.” This event is designed specifically for our clients and their adult beneficiaries, offering guidance and support for those navigating concerns about aging parents. We encourage you to invite any—or all—of your beneficiaries to attend.No 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 N12-25Live Online Broadcast
Walk to End Alzheimer's on the Ocean City BoardwalkOct 24, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC
Join me for the Walk to End Alzheimer's!Mark your calendar for the South Jersey Shore "Walk to End Alzheimer’s."Team Thrivent will "Walk with Purpose" on Saturday, October 24 at the Ocean City Boardwalk as we walk in support of family, friends, co-workers, neighbors touched in some way by this disease.Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with the Walk beginning at 10:30 a.m. Free Parking in the 6th Street lot.Alzheimer’s is more than just memory loss --it is a progressive and fatal disease that devastates families and bank accounts, 190,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s...and more than 270,000 people are care givers.Join me before and after the Walk for refreshments and fellowship under the black Thrivent tent. I hope to see you there as we Live Generously and make a difference in our community.No products will be sold at this event.Ocean City Civic Center, 6th and the Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226
Office location
Woodbine Location
341 Dennisville Petersburg Road
Woodbine, NJ 08270
Phone609-736-0006HoursWoodbine, NJ 08270
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
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