About Higher Ground Financial Group

We're proud to be Thrivent financial professionals. We 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. We're here to help you do just that.
Bobby Blackburn

Bobby Blackburn

Title

Market Developer

State(s) Licensed
AL, AR Insurance Lic. #8582440 , AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #4201505 , CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI,
Website
https://connect.thrivent.com/bobby-blackburn
Email
bobby.blackburn@thrivent.com
Phone
615-557-4961
    Katie Braun

    Katie Braun

    Katie has been at Thrivent since 2013 and began her Thrivent career in the Annuities Interaction Center before moving to Field Practice Solutions in 2022. She brings over 13 years of customer care experience and strives to create positive customer interactions. Outside of work she loves to go on adventures with her 2 children and rescue dog.

    Title

    Senior Field Practice Solutions Specialist - LIC

      Brandon Forster

      Brandon Forster

      Brandon has been with Thrivent since 2022 where he began his career as a Financial Advisor in North Carolina before moving to FPS in 2024. Before working at Thrivent, Brandon worked as a Mortgage Loan Closer and Mortgage Loan Officer. Brandon received his Master’s Degree in finance in 2020. Outside of work, he loves spending time with his wife and 3 kids.

      Title

      Field Practice Solutions Specialist LIC

        Betsy Sitkie

        Betsy Sitkie

        Betsy has been with Thrivent since 2023 where she began her career as an Insurance Representative        Associate in Crystal Lake, Illinois before moving to FPS in 2025. Before working at Thrivent, Betsy worked as a Paraprofessional for School District 47. Prior to that, she worked at BMO-Harris Bank for 16 years.    Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband and 2 kids, reading and camping. 

        Title

        Field Practice Solutions Specialist LIC

          Sally White

          Sally White

          Sally has been with Thrivent since 2025 where she began her career in FPS. Before working at Thrivent, Sally worked as a licensed High Net Worth Representative for another investment firm. Prior to that she worked as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. Sally received her undergraduate degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics in 2024. Outside of work, she loves painting, reading, and spending time with her husband and 2 children. 

          Title

          Field Practice Solutions Specialist LIC

            Connetta Cobb

            Connetta Cobb

            Connetta joined Thrivent in 2026, where she began her role in FPS. Before working at Thrivent, Connetta worked at CNO Financial group in the Annuity New Business department for 12 yrs. Prior to that she worked at Cigna Health.  Outside of work, she loves baking pastries and spending time with her daughter and grand pups.

            Title

            Field Practice Solutions Specialist UNL