Our Story
About Liberty Team

Are you:

Consider using our Dedicated Planning Services. We will help you develop a road map for the future with your goals, wishes and values in mind.

As Thrivent financial advisors, we provide personalized financial guidance to people at all stages of life. When we work together, we can help you:

Our team members value:

A different kind of financial company

Thrivent is a member-owned financial services organization offering advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help clients make an impact on the people, causes and communities they love.

Where Money Means More™

Arnold Abel
Arnold AbelWealth AdvisorCFP®, LUTCF®, FIC

Please see Arnold's website (link below) for his full information.

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Teresa Powell
Teresa PowellFinancial AdvisorFIC

Please see Teresa's website (link below) for her full information.

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Pam Johnsson
Pam JohnssonMarketing Coordinator

Pam is a conscientious and detail-oriented professional. She is responsible for a variety of business operations, including client service, digital media, event planning, research, and whatever the team sends in her direction. Of all the things she does, her favorite is talking with our Thrivent members and working to meet their needs. In her free time, she enjoys day trips with her husband, time spent with their adult children and extended family, and meeting random people who are wearing Thrivent or Nebraska t-shirts.

Ryan Hagen
Ryan HagenOffice Professional

Ryan joined our office in 2025 and is our resourceful behind-the-scenes assistant. A respectful, detail-conscious, and willing helper, he handles a variety of tasks within the office, including meeting preparation, data entry, and other duties. Ryan takes college classes during the school year, and in his free time he plays guitar for his friends and family or goes on long drives with the windows down. He’s very interested in music, cars, and technology, and he enjoys concerts with his dad, who has the same taste in music.

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.
Raising Financially Confident Kids with Ericka Young image
Raising Financially Confident Kids with Ericka YoungAug 7, 2026, 3:00 PM UTC - Jan 1, 2027, 4:59 AM UTC
On-demand video workshop
It’s always a good time to talk with your children about money – whether they’re toddlers or teens. This event is for parents looking for practical ways to teach money lessons to last a lifetime.Register nowNo products will be sold.Ericka Young is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. The views expressed in this presentation by Ericka Young are their own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates.Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products issued by Thrivent. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Thrivent.com/disclosures.8562424.1 
21st Century Medicare Planning to Protect Your Healthcare Rights and Retirement Savings image
21st Century Medicare Planning to Protect Your Healthcare Rights and Retirement SavingsSep 29, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC
Online workshop
How to Avoid Confusion About Medicare.If you're confused about Medicare, join the crowd, and discover ways to make plan decisions that are best for you. Medicare Coach Emily Gang offers an overview of Medicare and suggestions for choosing your plan and saving money once you're enrolled. No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures. 6034756.2
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Office Location
Marriottsville Location
11100 Barnsley Way suite A
Marriottsville, MD 21104
Phone443-860-6700Hours

Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

*Evenings & Weekends by appointment

Ready to connect?

We'd love to answer any questions you may have and start learning about your goals. We can meet however you're most comfortable—phone, virtual or in person.

Or call us directly: 443-860-6700

Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

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

Not all team members may provide all products, programs and services in all states.

Not all team members may office at the locations listed.

* as of December 31, 2024

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

Rating is based on Thrivent’s financial strength and claims-paying ability. Does not apply to investment product performance. For information on this rating, visit the rating agency's website.

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

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.