About Joel Hillmann
I'm proud to be a Thrivent financial professional. I 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. I'm here to help you do just that.
Who we are
At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help you make the most of all you've been given.
At our heart, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving your unique needs. We focus on your goals and priorities, guiding you towards financial choices that will help you live the life you want today - and tomorrow.
Service you can count on
For over 100 years, Thrivent has been helping people build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, we're a Fortune 500 company offering a full range of expert financial solutions, serving over 2 million clients, as well as the communities in which they live and work.

Specializations
I specialize in following:
- Retirement income planning
- Life insurance
- Solutions for businesses
- Education funding strategies
- Estate strategies
Education, Experience, and Professional Highlights
- Member - *Million Dollar Round Table
- 2016 **Thrivent Hall of Fame
- FINRA Series 7 General Securities Representative.
- FINRA Series 6 Uniform Combined State Law.
- B.S. in Business Management - SCSU.
- Thrivent financial professional since 1996.
*MDRT is an industry honor based on sales excellence, outstanding client service, ethical conduct and professional knowledge
**Hall of Fame represents long-term commitment to our organization with consistent performance. Financial advisors and professionals qualify for Hall of Fame by achieving at least 20 years of service, a consistent level of production, and having a favorable compliance history. This recognition does not evaluate the quality of services/advice provided to clients and is not indicative the financial advisor or professional’s future performance.
Personal Profile
- Married to Kelly Jo
- Children: Sophia, Jack, & Stella
- Enjoy family time, our horses and western riding events
Meet My Team

Erika Scheibe
Erika has been with Thrivent since 2021 and was previously a Financial Advisor.
Outside of work she enjoys the outdoors, sports, and fostering puppies with her 4 children.
- Title
Senior Practice Support Specialist- Licensed
- Location
Remote, Wisconsin
- Phone
- (920) 628-4722

Yogis Mayooran
Yogis has been working with Thrivent Financial since 2023. Prior to working at Thrivent, he was a Financial Analyst at Texas Tech University. He has finished his Finance degree and worked 4 years in Canada before he moved to the states. He enjoys watching sports and collecting coins.
- Title
Adv. Practice Support Specialist - Licensed
- Location
Remote, New York
- Phone
- (920) 628-4722

Madeleine Gold
Madeleine hails from Ames, Iowa originally, but is currently settled in Oklahoma City with her husband and Chiweenie, Percy. After many years of theatre, comedy, and artist management in a a host of different major metropolitan areas, Madeleine found finance during the refinance boom during Covid. She loves it and wants to stay! In her free time, Madeleine is a hardcore crafter. Currently, her favorite is needle painting embroidery.
- Title
Licensed Practice Support Specialist
- Location
Remote, Oklahoma
- Phone
- (920) 628-4722

Jessica Wynkoop
Jessica has been with FPS at Thrivent since 2021. She has functioned in many roles within FPS, which allows her to assist in many areas. Prior to joining Thrivent, she was a stay-at-home mom for 16 years. Outside of work she enjoys photography and spending time with her husband and 4 children.
- Title
Practice Support Specialist UNL
- Location
Remote
- Phone
- (920) 628-4722