I am married to Amy and we have four children, Eva, Brewer, Amelia and Kate. Both Amy and I grew up in the Monroe area and have enjoyed building our careers and raising our children in this wonderful community. I currently hold the CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certificant. I also offer purpose-based advice as part of our Financial Planning Framework. Erik serves as the treasurer for the Monroe Kiwanis Club.

I am married and have two children, Tyler and Abbey and have lived in Monroe for the past 20 years. Prior to joining Thrivent Financial in 2016, I was the Business Development Director for Woodford State Bank. I am a part of the Monroe School Board and I am the President of Green County Development Corporation. I currently hold the RICP® (Retired Income Certified Professional) designation specializing in guiding people through important decisions leading up to and through retirement. I recently also added the CDFA® (Certified Divorce Financial Analyst) designation to the list of specialties. My passion is to help empower women finding themselves in a life transition (loss of spouse, divorce, retirement or career changes) to understand their finances and achieve their goals.

I grew up on a cattle ranch in southwestern South Dakota where I gained a strong work ethic and spirit of perseverance. While attending college at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln, I met my wife, Kate. After living in Lincoln for a year and a half after graduation, we moved to Monroe to be closer to Kate’s family. Kate and I are excited to welcome our first child in July of 2025. I am heavily involved at the St. Victors Parish and the Knights of Columbus here in Monroe. Outside of work I enjoy woodworking, fishing, hunting, spending time outdoors, and crafting high quality cocktails.

I am an Office Professional at Premier Financial Group, serving as a welcoming and reliable first point of contact for our clients—both in person and over the phone. Since joining Thrivent in September 2025, I have focused on creating a positive, supportive experience for everyone who walks through the door or reaches out with a question.

I have more than 40 years of customer service experience and I bring a deep understanding of how thoughtful service, attentive listening, and genuine kindness can make a meaningful difference. I was drawn to Thrivent for its Christian‑based values and the opportunity to work alongside a friendly, knowledgeable team. My favorite part of my role is connecting with clients to help meet their needs, while collaborating with colleagues that I truly enjoy working with.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my spouse, family, and friends. After recently purchasing a home, my spouse and I are enjoying the process of making it our own. I am especially happy to be back in my hometown of Monroe, reconnecting with familiar faces, meeting new people, and staying involved in the community. I am an active member of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, and I love being part of a community where I can see people enjoying life together.