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At Intentional Financial Advisors, our mission is to empower clients to lead intentional and generous lives by providing them with creative, purpose-based financial advice and solutions.

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If you are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced financial guide to help purposefully plan your financial future, our team can help. At Intentional Financial Advisors, our mission is to empower clients to lead intentional and generous lives by providing them with creative, purpose-based financial advice and solutions.

Intentional Financial Advisors provides personalized financial guidance to people throughout all life stages. Whether you are just starting out, have a busy career and family life, are nearing retirement or are already enjoying retirement, we are here to help you make intentional decisions with money, so you can be a good steward of your many gifts.

Call us today to learn more about how we can encourage, empower and enable you to make financial choices in line with your goals and values.

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Mark Gugel

Mark GugelFinancial ConsultantMSF, CFP®, FIC

Brian Van Hevel

Brian Van HevelWealth AdvisorCFP®, ChFC®, FIC, CLTC®, CKA®

Tyler Prisby

Tyler PrisbyFinancial AdvisorMBA

Jennifer Chesney

Jennifer ChesneyOffice Professional - Sr. Executive Assistant and Client Services Specialist

Lauri Palazzolo

Lauri PalazzoloOffice Professional - Client Service Administrator

Crystalyn Van Hevel

Crystalyn Van HevelOffice Professional - Member Engagement and Generosity Programs

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We’d love to have the opportunity to meet you. We host financial workshops, volunteer opportunities and Thrivent market updates.

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Christian Leader Webinar Series 2026

Jan 21, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC - Jan 1, 2027, 4:00 AM UTC

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Thrivent offers education webinars geared to Christian Leaders. These webinars are recorded and available to watch anytime. Visit https://www.thrivent.com/offers/good-steward-events to view the available webinars and register for access.No products will be sold. Speakers are not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

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Pie it Forward!

Nov 1, 2026, 5:00 AM UTC - Nov 14, 2026, 3:00 AM UTC

Intentional Financial Advisors | 51675 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

Help us PIE IT FORWARD! We are collecting items for Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (IVC). The Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers Program provides assistance to our older and disabled neighbors who need a little extra help. Many frail and physically challenged adults in our community struggle daily to maintain their independence -- helping hands often make it possible for them to remain in their own homes.Help make Christmas special for these individuals by donating a gift item:page magnifierscookie tinsmen's and women's walletslarge print activity bookselectric jar openersRegister to drop off your donation to our office, and as a thank you from our Thrivent Community receive a certificate for an Achatz fruit pie!Drop off times are Monday, Nov. 23, 3-6 p.m. and Tuesday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Select your time by registering.One pie certificate per household.No products will be sold. For additional disclosures, see thrivent.com/social.

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Why ThriventA different kind of financial services companyAs a Thrivent team practice, we're grounded in Thrivent's mission to help you achieve financial clarity and live generously.Thrivent is owned by its members, instead of by shareholders or investors. This means we aren't your typical for-profit financial company. Instead, we reinvest our profits back into the people and communities we serve.

Shelby Township Location

51675 Van Dyke Ave.
Shelby Township, MI 48316

Phone586-991-6237Fax586-991-6335HoursMon-Thurs 9-5 and Friday 9-12

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: 586-991-6237

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.