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.

I love puzzles, education, and helping people! These are the reasons I joined Thrivent in 2019 as a Financial Advisor after 17 yrs experience in banking and a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science for Secondary Education with a certification in Art Education. My goal in this career is to help others as a partner to succeed in their financial journeys. Bring me your financial puzzle and I will help you put the pieces together, educate you, and help you succeed in the implementation over a lifetime. I relate to the beginnings of young families but enjoy being a part of the accomplishments of retirement and the introductions those partnerships bring to their extended families. I love the circle of beginnings to achievement!

My passions are family, faith, friendship, generosity, social sciences, art, music, yoga, reading, Disney, and puzzles. My family is everything! My husband, Brian, and I are the proud parents of two very intelligent, independent, beautiful, silly, and amazing little girls, Amelia & Liliana! They keep us on our toes. We also have two fur babies, Sully & Ellie, named after musicians who we love. Curious to know which musicians? Contact me! Aside from teaching our daughters they can be whatever they put their minds to, we enjoy teaching them to give to others as well. Generosity and faith are two major reasons I joined Thrivent and I love the mission Thrivent stands for. We cannot predict the future but we can plan for it and those plans can help us pay it forward and live generously! Contact me so I can help you achieve this.

As a Thrivent Financial Advisor, I have more than 25 years of experience in financial services. I assist individuals, families, and small business owners make informed decisions about retirement income, Social Security, employer-sponsored plans, IRAs, tax-conscious strategies, health care considerations, extended care planning, and legacy goals. My approach is personal, educational, and collaborative. I am blessed work alongside a dedicated team of advisors to help clients understand their options, organize their financial picture, and build plans aligned with what matters most to them.

I grew up in Woodstock, Illinois, near Crystal Lake and McHenry, in a family shaped by service, education, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving. Surrounded by medical professionals, educators, engineers, and small business owners, I developed a deep appreciation for hard work, lifelong learning, and helping others. I now live in Lockport and work with clients throughout Lockport, Lemont, Homer Glen, Joliet, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, Orland Park, Tinley Park, and surrounding communities. Outside of work, I enjoy time with my family, cooking, sports, staying active, and gathering for large family dinners.

If you are ready to plan with greater clarity and confidence, I would welcome the opportunity to start a conversation.

I am married to my wonderful wife Valerie since April 1978 and we have 2 outstanding daughters and 4 awesome grandchildren. I attend Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Burbank where I have held several offices such as President, Vice President, Elder and Trustee and still hold a couple of offices there. I have a degree in Law Enforcement and I had a 25 year career in Law Enforcement until I retired as a Sgt. In June of 2000. While Beginning my new career at Thrivent I worked both as a Sgt at Romeoville P.D. and as a Financial Advisor with Thrivent from August of 1999 until my retirement from Romeoville in June of 2000. I have continued my career as a Financial Advisor with Thrivent until the present day. I have attained several designations during that time FIC, CKA, CLTC and RICP. I enjoy helping folks become comfortable with their financial situation and help them lead a generous life.

I live in Tinley Park with my wonderfully amazing and supportive wife and our two amazing children. I worked as a restaurant manager for about 20 years before joining Thrivent. I am a parishioner of St. Stephen Deacon and Martyr. My children go to Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School where I am involved with the Dad's Club. I am an active member of the Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce and volunteer with the Tinley Park Park District coaching youth sports.