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Joel C Hillmann

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Joel C Hillmann
Financial Consultant
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ChFC®, CLU®, LUTCF®, FIC
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
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


My qualifications
  • Chartered Financial Consultant®
  • Chartered Life Underwriter®
  • Life Underwriter Trainers Council Fellow®
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Series 6 - Investment Company Products and Variable Contracts Limited Representative
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
  • Series 63 - Licensed Securities Agent
My state licenses
  • Arizona
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Illinois
  • Iowa
  • Minnesota
  • Nevada
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Oregon
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Texas
  • Washington
  • Washington DC
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Insights

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I am thrilled to share that I’m being recognized as a 2026 Thrivent Hall of Fame Legend*! For the last 30 years, it’s been my honor and privilege to serve clients and partner with them on their financial journeys. I’m proud to be part of this amazing purpose-driven organization that helps people make the most of all they’ve been given, and I look forward to all that’s to come! *Hall of Fame Legends represent those Hall of Fame members who continue their dedication to our members since induction into the Thrivent Hall of Fame. To qualify as a Legend, a financial advisor or professional must reach 30 years of service, maintain a consistent level of production, and have a favorable compliance history. This recognition does not evaluate the quality of services/advice provided to clients and is not indicative of the financial advisor or professionals future performance.
Join us at an upcoming eventWe’d love to have the opportunity to meet you. We host financial workshops, volunteer opportunities and Thrivent market updates.
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Thrivent Market & Economic UpdateOct 13, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC
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Are the current markets making you wonder how to best navigate your financial strategy? Join us for a livestream of Thrivent's Market and Economic Update, presented by Thrivent leaders. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Thrivent’s perspective and what the latest trends may mean for you.Register to attend the event or receive a recording.No products will be sold. 5688040.3
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Rochester Grizzlies vs. Wausau CyclonesOct 31, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Rochester Recreation Center | 21 Elton Hills Drive NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Join us for an exciting evening as the Rochester Grizzlies take on the Wausau Cyclones and enjoy a fun-filled night of hockey, complimentary food and beverages, and Halloween-themed activities, including a costume contest. Costumes are encouraged but not required.Come cheer on the Grizzlies while supporting Ronald McDonald House and the families they serve. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in a collection drive benefiting local families, and every Grizzlies goal scored helps generate additional support through Thrivent's partnership with the team.No products will be sold.
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Office location
Cokato Location
210 Broadway Ave S Po Box 486
Cokato, MN 55321
Phone320-286-5955Fax320-286-6438Hours
M – F: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

Designations
For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations