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Gretchen Franti

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Gretchen Franti
Associate
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Part of the North Fork Associates practice
About Gretchen Franti
About Gretchen Franti

I grew up in a household where planning for your future was important. When I was 16, my parents introduced me to Thrivent and purchased my very first life insurance policy to protect me as I embarked on my first steps into adulthood. After growing up in Rochester, NY and graduating from the University of Dayton in OH, I have now lived in Virginia for over 20 years. My husband and I met at our church in Alexandria and have been married for 21 years. I worked as a photographer in the DC metro area for 10 years and then moved to the country to start a family. My three boys are all in school now, and I’m excited to have a fulfilling career with the company that I have been a member of since I was a teenager. I enjoy meeting new people as well as connecting deeper with the people I already know. I enjoy volunteering at the school, the local gym and my church. I stay busy running my three boys to and from sporting activities, and together we like to go camping and hiking.

Education & Accomplishments
  • BFA University of Dayton
  • Virginia Life and Health Licensing
  • Series 7 & 66 Licensing
My qualifications
  • Bachelors of Art, University of Dayton OH
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
My state licenses
  • North Carolina
  • Virginia

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Market and Economic UpdateOct 13, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC - Oct 13, 2026, 5:30 PM UTC
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A journey of connection, community, and giving.All aboard! Join your Thrivent Member Network for a special afternoon of connection, community and memorable moments as we journey aboard the Gettysburg Railway together. We’ll also explore meaningful opportunities to make a positive impact right here in our local community.No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.
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