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Katherine A Gross

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Katherine A Gross
Wealth Advisor
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ChFC®, FIC, CKA®
Part of the Avonlea Financial Group practice
My Story

For nearly three decades, I've served as a Thrivent representative, empowering individuals to live purposefully. Each day, God presents me with opportunities to meet the diverse needs of my clients. Whether you are embarking on a financial journey, navigating the complexities of family life, or approaching retirement, I'm committed to ensuring your financial well-being. I recognize that life is a unique journey for each of us, and I'm eager to support you on yours.


My team offers expert guidance and support, drawing on our years of experience as seasoned financial advisors. By taking a holistic view of your financial situation, we develop tailored plans aimed at securing your financial future and achieving your goals.


As a Gainesville resident for over a decade, I am deeply connected with my community and contributed to various meaningful projects including:

  • Open Arms Early Learning Center, First Lutheran Church: Board Member
  • Scouts-BSA Merit Badge Counselor: Specializing in American Business, Dog Care, Entrepreneurship, Music, Personal Management, Reading, Salesmanship, and Swimming for Troop 454, Venture Crew 454, and Troop 9454 (All-Girls)
  • Academy of Entrepreneurship, Buchholz High School: Board Member (President from 2016 to 2018)
My Passion
My Passion

For me, swimming is a holistic and fulfilling experience. The therapeutic embrace of the water not only keeps me physically fit but also serves as a sanctuary for my mental wellbeing. I often jest that swimming is the closes I can get to becoming a mermaid - my own form of aquatic magic.

Also, as a member of Swamp Water Aquatics of Gainesville, a competitive swimmer, and an active member of the Gainesville community, I make an effort to assess need within my community and guiding my steps toward taking action. By hosting fundraising events like Swim-a-thons, I use my passion for swimming to raise awareness for those who suffer from Autoimmune Encephalitis and raise money to donate to organizations with the same mission such as Autoimmune Encephalitis Alliance.

Education & Accomplishments
Education & Accomplishments

Thrivent Financial Professional since 1993


Certified Kingdom Advisor®

Fraternal Insurance Counselor


FINRA Series 7 General Securities Representative

FINRA Series 65 Uniform Investment Advisor

FINRA Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam

Life & Health Insurance License


Valparaiso University, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Management, Minor in Mathematics


My qualifications
  • Chartered Financial Consultant®
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Certified Kingdom Advisor®
  • Series 6 - Investment Company Products and Variable Contracts Limited Representative
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
  • Series 63 - Licensed Securities Agent
  • Series 65 - Investment Adviser Representative
My state licenses
  • Alabama
  • Arizona
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Indiana
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Missouri
  • North Carolina
  • Ohio
  • Pennsylvania
  • Texas

Insights

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It isn't too late to make a difference! Follow the link below to sign up for the Making Waves for Awareness Swim-A-Thon before this Saturday! Avonlea Financial Group of Thrivent is partnering with the Autoimmune Encephalitis Alliance (AE Alliance) to host the Making Waves for Awareness Swim-A-Thon Fundraiser on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, from 8:00am – 11:00am. This Thrivent Community event will raise funds to support the AE Alliance in their mission to provide critical resources, support, and raise awareness for those impacted by Autoimmune Encephalitis. Whether you’re a swimmer or a supporter, your involvement can help make waves for a great cause. Use the link below to register if you are interested. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-waves-for-awareness-tickets-1993932295170?aff=oddtdtcreator WHERE: H Spurgeon Cherry Westside Pool, 1001 Northwest 31 Drive, Gainesville FL, 32605 WHEN: Saturday, September 19th, 2026, from 8:00am – 11:00am Disclosure: No products will be sold.
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Love to swim? Jump in and make a difference! The Swimathon is only a couple of weeks away; now is the time to sign up! Avonlea Financial Group of Thrivent is partnering with the Autoimmune Encephalitis Alliance (AE Alliance) to host the Making Waves for Awareness Swim-A-Thon Fundraiser on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, from 8:00am – 11:00am. This Thrivent Community event will raise funds to support the AE Alliance in their mission to provide critical resources, support, and raise awareness for those impacted by Autoimmune Encephalitis. Whether you’re a swimmer or a supporter, your involvement can help make waves for a great cause. Use the link below to register if you are interested. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-waves-for-awareness-tickets-1993932295170?aff=oddtdtcreator WHERE: H Spurgeon Cherry Westside Pool, 1001 Northwest 31 Drive, Gainesville FL, 32605 WHEN: Saturday, September 19th, 2026, from 8:00am – 11:00am Disclosure: No products will be sold.
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Congratulations to our Marietta Office's Administrative Assistant Coleman and his wife Madison on their marriage! We are wishing them a long and happy life together. Do you have a major life event coming up? Don't go into it without a plan! We are here to help.
Office locations
Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

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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.

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