Lillie Huhndorf, in Davenport IA

Focused on What Matters Most

I’m proud to be a mom, a wife, a Christian, and a Thrivent Financial professional.

As a wife and mother, I understand the importance of prioritizing and protecting what matters most. Every family’s needs look different, but for mine, there is peace of mind in knowing that if the unexpected were to happen, my family would be financially protected.

My faith is central to who I am and how I serve others. I often reflect on the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14–30 and the responsibility we each have to be good stewards of what we’ve been given. My goal is to help individuals and families steward their financial resources wisely and use their gifts in ways that honor God. I’m grateful for the opportunity to use my own gifts to provide personalized financial guidance for people at every stage of life.

At Thrivent, we believe money is not the end goal—it’s a tool. A tool that can help create a life rich in meaning, gratitude, and purpose. We believe people thrive when they make the most of all they’ve been given, and I’m here to help you do just that.

I’m proud to live in and serve the Quad Cities area, including Davenport, Bettendorf, Rock Island, Moline, and surrounding communities. I’m also licensed in multiple states and offer virtual meetings, making it easy to connect—wherever you’re located.

From Passion to Purpose

It’s funny how life often comes full circle. In 2017, I joined Lead(h)er as a young professional seeking mentorship and meaningful connections. Through that experience—and the guidance of my mentor—I discovered a growing passion for financial literacy, even as I was building my career in digital advertising.

By 2019, that passion turned into action. I organized and developed a free financial literacy class after seeing friends, family members, and colleagues struggle with uninformed and sometimes harmful financial decisions. I wanted to help people feel more confident and empowered when it came to their money. That initiative was recognized when I was honored to receive the Lead(h)er Mentee of the Year Award in 2019.

Although the pandemic in 2020 prevented the class from coming to fruition, the mission behind it never faded. Today, as a Financial Advisor, I have the privilege of doing the very work that once inspired that class—educating and serving individuals and families as they make wise financial decisions, grow their wealth, and protect what matters most. What started as a passion has now become my career.

Cheering You on Every Step of the Way

I’ve always believed in leading with cheer. Encouraging others, celebrating their wins, and showing up with positivity is something that comes naturally to me—and it’s a quality I’ve been honored for throughout my life.

In 2013, while competing in the Miss Wyoming pageant, I received several awards, including Supporter of the Year, recognizing my commitment to cheering on fellow contestants and celebrating their successes alongside my own. Fast forward ten years to 2023, and that same spirit was recognized again when I received the Cheerful Volunteer Award through Sacred City Church—complete with a bottle of CHEER laundry detergent. A fun and creative reminder that encouragement truly leaves a lasting impact.

That same heart for encouragement carries into my work today. My goal is to be your cheerleader, walking alongside you as you make wise financial decisions. We’ll celebrate victories—both big and small—and continue moving forward together through every season of life.

Turning Retirement Dreams into a Plan

Retirement looks different for everyone. For some, it’s sipping coffee on the porch of a beach house. For others, it’s traveling the world and filling a passport with stamps. And for some, it simply means slowing down—enjoying time at home and finally picking up that hobby they’ve always wanted to try.

No matter what retirement looks like for you, I’m here to help you put a thoughtful plan in place to make those goals achievable.

As the saying goes, “A dream without a plan is just a wish.” My role is to help you create a customized financial strategy so your vision for retirement isn’t just something you hope for—but something you’re prepared for and confident in.

Protecting Today While Planning for Tomorrow

I’m passionate about helping families make wise financial decisions—decisions that provide confidence today and create opportunity for the future. That often includes thoughtful planning around income protection, retirement, and children’s education.

Income protection typically includes life insurance and disability income insurance. While many employers offer basic coverage, these choices are often made quickly and without much guidance. I’m here to help you evaluate your options, understand what you truly need, and gain peace of mind knowing your family is protected if the unexpected were to happen.

Planning for a child’s education is one of the most selfless goals many parents pursue. Whether you’re preparing for private school in the early years or a college education down the road, I can help you explore tax‑efficient strategies and put a clear plan in place to support your goals—without losing sight of your bigger financial picture. Together, we’ll build a strategy that helps protect what matters most while planning confidently for what’s ahead.

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