Patrick Hurst is a Financial Advisor and strategic business leader whose career spans finance, marketing, and global brand development. As a Financial Advisor at Thrivent, he helps individuals and families align their financial goals with their personal values through holistic financial guidance. Based in Wilmington, North Carolina, Patrick works with clients across the country, providing personalized strategies that balance financial performance with purpose.

Patrick married his wife, Kathleen, in 2024 at Wrightsville United Methodist in Wilmington, North Carolina. Originally from Missouri and Kansas, respectively, their shared love of travel, food, art, the Kansas City Chiefs, and their dog Jay-Bones keeps their life full of adventure and joy.

Patrick’s expertise in FinTech, market analysis, and relationship management allows him to bridge data-driven insights with real-world financial confidence. His ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable strategies has made him a trusted advisor to both individuals and organizations seeking long-term growth and stability.

Before joining Thrivent, Patrick spent several years shaping e-commerce strategy and brand development for national and international companies. As an executive leader, he focused on cross-functional collaboration, profit and loss management, and growth strategy execution across omnichannel marketplaces. His innovative leadership style and analytical acumen consistently drove measurable results and strengthened client partnerships.

He began his professional career at Lowe’s Companies, Inc. gaining broad experience in corporate accounting, treasury, and business intelligence. This foundation in financial analysis and operational strategy shaped his data-driven, results-oriented approach to leadership and decision-making.

A graduate of Appalachian State University and University of North Carolina Wilmington, Patrick has always combined leadership with service. His mission remains clear: to empower people and organizations to make informed, values-based decisions that lead to meaningful and lasting success.