About Samuel Capps

Sam moved to the Pacific Northwest in 1989 to attend Pacific Lutheran University. After earning two degrees at PLU and graduating from law school, Sam met his wife in Seattle. They now have three children, and Sam loves being involved in his kids’ sports and extra-curricular activities. He is also active in his church community and finds great fulfillment in serving others. Sam enjoys using his professional expertise to help clients reduce their financial stress, so they can work toward living full and balanced lives while pursuing their goals, passions and callings.  

Education & Accomplishments

  • Thrivent Hall of Fame 2022
  • Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing® Voices in Philanthropy 2022
  • Five Star Wealth Manager award winner 2012-2024
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor (FIC)
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®)
  • Pacific Lutheran University; BBA, BA
  • Creighton School of Law; Juris Doctor- Law


JD is an educational degree, and the holder does not provide legal services on behalf of Thrivent or its affiliates.

Loy Payne

Loy Payne

Loy is a long-time Thrivent team member and has had the pleasure of working with Sam for over 20 years. She is currently working on her Series 7 license. Interacting with clients and helping them is a highlight of her job. She appreciates Thrivent member benefits that allow clients to give to causes they care about. Loy also enjoys spending time with family and friends, taking walks and camping.  

Title

Practice Support Associate

Phone
206.523.0009 x106
Fax

1.877.206.2094

    Stephanie Frisch

    Stephanie Frisch

    Stephanie joined the team in 2023. Sam and Stephanie actually crossed paths in college at PLU and she's been a long-time client. She's had many interesting career experiences including the NBA (Seattle Sonics, remember them?!), Seattle start-ups and owning her own event production business. She lives in SW Washington with her husband, Ken, and their three children.  

    Title

    Client Service Administrator

    Phone
    360.901.8375
    Fax

    1.877.206.2094

      Lake Washington Group

      Lake Washington Group

      Title

      Team Practice

      Website
      https://connect.thrivent.com/lake-washington-group