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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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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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Legacy Living: Conversations Worth Having NowSep 29, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC
Virtual
We all have plenty of time left…until we don’t.Whether it’s months, years, or decades from now, life can change in an instant — for you, a loved one, or a client. And we all want to avoid a frustrating end-of-life scavenger hunt.Closure Mapping helps bring peace of mind — and powerful outcomes.Use our bite-sized approach to create your own unique “Closure Map” to ensure your plans and wishes are honored. This interactive guide walks you through 40 steps — some tactical, some nostalgic, all customizable to your unique situation.No products will be sold. Speakers are not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.
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21st Century Medicare Planning to Protect Your Healthcare Rights and Retirement SavingsSep 29, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC
Virtual
If you're confused about Medicare, join the crowd, and discover ways to make plan decisions that are best for you. Medicare Coach Emily Gang offers an overview of Medicare and suggestions for choosing your plan and saving money once you're enrolled.No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 6034756.2
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