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Kassidy Gillen

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Kassidy Gillen
Associate
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710A US Hwy 18
Garner, IA 50438
ABOUT KASSIDY GILLEN
ABOUT KASSIDY GILLEN

I grew up in the rural town of Wellsburg, IA, in a farming family. I attended Waldorf University in Forest City, IA, where I met my wonderful husband, Garrett. We got married in August of 2022, and we currently reside in Garner, IA. Since moving to Garner, we've attended the First Baptist Church in Forest City.

EDUCATION
  • South Hardin Highschool - Eldora, IA
  • Waldorf University, Forest City, IA - BA in Business Administration, emphasis in Finance, Banking, and Management
  • Ellsworth Community College, Iowa Falls, IA - AA in Agricultural Business
  •  FINRA Series 66
  •  FINRA Series 7
  • Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam
MY 'WHY'
MY 'WHY'

If you grew up in Iowa or the Midwest like I did, you’ll find there are some common characteristics of many people who choose to embrace our lifestyle – three of which impacted me greatly and I choose to bring into my business and effect how I serve my clients each day.


A sense of community – your friends and neighbors become like family. If anyone is in need, I’ll argue we’re the best at coming together to provide love and support. I believe that when we’re comfortable with our finances, we have even more freedom to impact our communities and live generously with our time and resources.


A strong faith – I believe God has called me to do the work I do. Thrivent found me when I was searching for a sense of purpose where I could use my gifts and talents to help people and be able to live out my faith. Now I’m blessed to be able to help people create financial strategies to encourage them to live out their goals and dreams and what they’ve been called to do as well.


Hard work – last but definitely not least. Growing up on a farm there was always work to be done, and farmers are some of the hardest working people I know to this day. One of my favorite movie quotes sums this up well. “It’s supposed to be hard. If it wasn’t hard everyone would do it. The hard is what makes it great." Working hard for my clients is something I take pride in. Let’s do great things together.

My qualifications
  • Bachelors of Business Administration/Management, Waldorf University
  • Associates of Agricultural Business and Management, Ellsworth Community College
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
  • Securities Industry Essentials
My state licenses
  • Iowa
  • Minnesota

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The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shift
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shiftWhether you’re saving for something big, looking to generate a steady income, or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and there for you when you need it—regardless of shifting interest rates. Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track as interest rates change.
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📖 Deuteronomy 8 reminds us of many powerful truths. Moses tells Israel to remember how God led them, provided for them, humbled them, and taught them. And once they entered the Promised Land—full, safe, and blessed—they were warned not to forget the One who made it all possible. 💬 “You may say to yourself, ‘My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me.’ But remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth.” — Deuteronomy 8:17–18 As a financial advisor, this chapter hits home: 💼 Wealth isn’t just strategy. 📊 Success isn’t just discipline. 👆 Ability, opportunity, wisdom, and provision all flow from God. Our role? To steward well, stay humble, and keep pointing people back to the Source of every blessing. ✨ Faithful stewardship begins with gratitude. Photo credit: my wonderful mother Kendra Bunger, pictured is her apple tree this past summer 🍎
Office location
Garner Location
710A US Hwy 18
Garner, IA 50438
Phone641-924-2090Hours

M – Th: 9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays by appointment only.

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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.

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