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.

Bruce joined Thrivent in 2020 and previously worked with Compass Financial Group before transitioning to the Houston Bay Area team in 2025.

Following a successful career as a corporate executive in the Risk Management industry, he made a life-changing decision to become a financial advisor—and he has never looked back. Bruce has found deep purpose in helping people be wise with money, live generously, and align their finances with what matters most.

He brings decades of leadership and experience to the table, supporting clients as they build strategies for retirement, investment management, and legacy planning. Bruce leads a values-driven approach, building long-term relationships rooted in personalized service and dependability.

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.

Having joined in 2007, Pam has been the backbone of the Houston Bay Area team for nearly two decades, providing continuity and care that our clients rely on. She takes great pride in building lasting relationships and making sure every member of our community feels at home when they walk through our door.

Pam is a native Texan and lives in Pasadena, Texas. She loves supporting local community groups such as Pasadena Habitat for Humanity, Kiwanis, Gulf Coast Community Service Group. When she is not in the office, Pam enjoys fishing, cooking, baseball, football, and sewing.