
About Next Generation Financial Advisors
In 2024, we became Next Generation Financial Advisors, a name that reflects both our expanded presence and our commitment to multi-generational planning, with a special focus on small business owners and farm families. While we enjoy the close-knit feel of our small-town office, we also understand the unique needs of clients in larger cities and are fully equipped to serve them as well.
As Thrivent financial professionals, we believe money is more than a goal — it’s a tool that can help you build a life rich in meaning, gratitude, and purpose. Our mission is to provide clear, personalized guidance so you can make the most of your resources and create lasting impact for yourself, your family, and your community.
Meet Our Team
Hiawatha Office

Kyle Olson
RICP®, CEPA
Kyle Olson emphasizes the importance of providing comprehensive and holistic planning for individuals seeking a sound financial future. Born and raised in Highland, KS, Kyle attended Highland High school, where he graduated from in 2001. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science from K-State in 2007. In his free time, Kyle relishes working outside and trying to learn the crazy game of golf. He devotes himself as a proud husband to his wife Sarah, father to Ella, Levi, and Jonah, and son to Wayne and Marla. Aside from Kyle’s professional endeavors, he enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Generosity is defined by how you live; Kyle is a volunteer and supporter of several organizations and causes:
- Hiawatha Foundation for Economic Development Board
- Hiawatha First United Methodist Youth Group Sponsor
- Hiawatha Youth Basketball, Baseball, Flag Football & Soccer Coach
- Brown County Extension Advisory Board
- Title
Financial Consultant
- State(s) Licensed
- IA , IL , KS , MO , NC , NE
- Location
523 Oregon St., Hiawatha, KS 66434
- Website
- https://connect.thrivent.com/kyle-olson
- Phone
- 785-740-4648
- Fax
877-206-3497

Baker Inman
Baker was born and raised in Pleasanton, KS, and attended Pittsburg State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and a minor in Fraud Examination. After graduating in 2017, Baker began working in the financial tech industry, gaining valuable experience before transitioning to Thrivent in 2024.
He now lives in Kansas City with his girlfriend, Cheyenne, and their mini zoo of rescue animals. Outside of work, Baker can be found reading, volunteering with the local dog shelter, or spending quality time with family and friends.
- Title
Financial Advisor
- State(s) Licensed
- AL , KS , MO , NE , OK
- Website
- https://connect.thrivent.com/baker-inman
- Phone
- 913-285-0040

Kristin Hillyer
Kristin was born and raised in Highland, KS and has been working in the financial industry since 2012. She has been with Thrivent since 2022. She attended Kansas State University and lived and worked in the Kansas City area for eight years before moving back to Hiawatha after marrying her husband, Lincoln. Together they have two boys, Porter and Preston, and are kept busy with all of their activities, sports, and school projects. Outside of work and kids, Kristin loves to travel, spend time with friends and family, and be active in the community.
- Title
Licensed Office Manager
- State(s) Licensed
- KS
- Phone
- 785-740-4648

Stacie Shoemaker
Stacie has 20 plus years of customer service experience and has been with Thrivent since 2020. She attended Pittsburg State University and after college moved back to her hometown of Hiawatha to raise her family. Outside of work, Stacie enjoys reading, gardening, crafting, and spending time with family and friends.
- Title
Insurance Supt Associate
- State(s) Licensed
- KS , NE
- Phone
- 785-740-4648