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About Northern Highland Financial Advisors

We're proud to be Thrivent financial professionals. We 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. We're here to help you do just that.

Multiple Office Locations

Michael Bialas

Michael Bialas

Mike joined Thrivent in 2012 and merged practices with Northern Highland Financial Advisors in 2024. Mike specializes in working with life insurance solutions and retirement strategies for his clients. 

 

Mike graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point with a bachelor's degree in psychology and from University of Wisconsin-Platteville with a master’s degree in project management.

 

Mike and his wife, Nichole enjoy kayaking and cooking for family and friends. They have two children, Natalie and Tyler. Mike is passionate about the community of Stevens Point and is most proud of his continued involvement with the Seramur Park Project which revitalized a forgotten section of land in the heart of the city. 

Title

Financial Advisor

Location

Stevens Point, WI

Phone
(715)340-8054
Michael Bialas

Michael Bialas

FIC

Title

Financial Advisor

State(s) Licensed
ND , WI
Website
https://connect.thrivent.com/michael-bialas
Phone
715-340-8054
    Bryce Kelley

    Bryce Kelley

    FIC, RICP®

    Bryce joined Thrivent in 2012 as a financial advisor working in Central Wisconsin. In 2020, he formed Northern Highland Financial Advisors to better work with his clients and help grow an innovative team-based practice.  

     

    Before Thrivent, Bryce worked in the education field, as a history and economics teacher. His extensive experience working with people helps him understand and provide well-informed, insightful service to our individual, family, and business clients in Central Wisconsin.

     

    Bryce grew up in Medford, Wisconsin, and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from of the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire and Marion University in Fond Du Lac. He lives in Medford with his wife, Rhonda, and they have two children, Grace and Brigham. In their free time, Bryce and Rhonda love to travel, spend time outdoors, and enjoy their family.


    Title

    Financial Advisor

    State(s) Licensed
    AZ , CO , FL , MN , ND , SD , WI
    Location

    Colby

    Website
    https://connect.thrivent.com/bryce-kelley
    Phone
    715-316-0303
      Michael Plooy

      Michael Plooy

      CLU®, LUTCF®, FIC

      Want to pursue lifelong dreams — while supporting people and causes you care about? The right guidance can help you get there. Tell me where you're at today. Driven by your goals and values, I'll draw on my industry expertise to help you map out a path to a more secure financial future.

      Title

      Associate

      State(s) Licensed
      CA Insurance Lic. #0K64554 , FL , MN , WI
      Location

      Colby

      Website
      https://connect.thrivent.com/mike-plooy
      Phone
      715-965-0789