David Wegenke brings decades of experience and leadership to his role as a financial advisor. A native of South Dakota, David attended the University of Wyoming, where he earned a degree in Political Science and played collegiate basketball.

He began his career with Thrivent in 1994 as a financial advisor in Milwaukee. After eight years in that role, he transitioned into leadership, serving in management positions for the next 18 years across several regions — including Phoenix, St. Louis, and ultimately Houston, where he moved in 2015 to serve as Regional Vice President for Thrivent–Texas.

In 2021, David returned to his passion for working directly with clients and rejoined the advisor role. Today, he partners with Sebastian Henke in serving individuals and families throughout the Houston Bay Area, offering personalized financial guidance from their office in southeast Houston.

Originally from Magdeburg, Germany, Sebastian Henke brings a global perspective and a strong foundation in strategic thinking to his role as a financial advisor. He attended Sportgymnasium Magdeburg, a nationally recognized high school for elite athletes, where he balanced academics with his passion for soccer.

In 2012, he came to the United States to play NCAA Division I soccer at Houston Baptist University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Management followed by an MBA with a concentration in Finance. His experience as a student-athlete instilled in him the focus and discipline he brings to financial planning.

Sebastian joined Thrivent in 2021 and now serves individuals and families across the Houston Bay Area. He takes pride in helping clients build meaningful financial strategies rooted in their values, with the goal of creating long-term confidence and purpose.

Born and raised in Hawaii, Jerry Roth brings over 30 years of experience in financial services to his role as a Wealth Advisor. He earned his MBA and holds the Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) designation, a mark of his commitment to comprehensive, long-term financial planning.

Throughout his career, Jerry has worked with clients in multiple states and life stages — always focused on helping them manage risk, plan for retirement, and make informed, values-based decisions.

Based in Clear Lake, Jerry provides tailored financial strategies that help individuals and families align their money with their goals — so they can live generously and plan with confidence.

Jon Meinzen brings a lifetime of service to his role with Thrivent. Born in Tamil Nadu, South India, where his family served as Lutheran missionaries, Jon returned to the U.S. for college and served four years in the U.S. Coast Guard.

He began his financial career in 1981 with Aid Association for Lutherans, now Thrivent, and spent decades serving members across southeastern Texas, from Beaumont to Lake Jackson. Though retired from full-time service since 2015, he continues to support clients part-time with care and dedication.

Jon and his wife, Jenny, have been married for over 50 years and enjoy time with their two children and four grandchildren.

Pam is a native Texan and lives in Pasadena, Texas. Enjoys supporting Local Community groups, Pasadena Habitat for Humanity, Kiwanis, Gulf Coast Community Service Group. Enjoys fishing, cooking, baseball, football, and sewing.

Worked for Bank of America and in 2007 joined Thrivent as an Office Professional supporting the Houston Bay Area Team. Currently supporting David Wegenke and Sebastian Henke as Office Professional for members and everyone on the Houston Bay Area Team.