Our Story
About The Falls Advisor Group

The Falls Advisor Group isn’t an office full of people you meet just once or twice. We’re here to make sure the financial guidance process is based on your goals and values. You’ll get to know the whole team as you schedule your appointments, build and implement a plan, call with questions, attend our social events, lead a Thrivent Action Team and introduce us to your friends and family. We’ll help you make decisions around your insurance, investing and retirement planning needs by getting to know what really matters to you. We see money as a tool, not a goal, and through this lens can accomplish more in bringing you real satisfaction.

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Sioux Falls Location: 3903 W Technology Circle

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Dakota Dunes Location: 389 W Steamboat Dr, Suite 103

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Sioux Falls Location

Front Desk

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Bill Erck
Bill ErckFinancial AdvisorLUTCF®, FIC, RICP®, CLTC®

I have been serving Thrivent clients since 1998, specializing in retirement income planning and helping individuals and families create strategies for a confident and purpose-filled retirement. With nearly three decades of experience, I’m passionate about guiding clients through important financial decisions while helping them align their financial goals with the values that matter most to them.

I have been married to my wife, Lisa, since 1992 and are blessed with two children. Our son, Tyler, and his wife, Kara, are the proud parents of Harrison and Wells. Our daughter, Emily, is married to her husband, Cooper. We are active members of Zion Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and embracing the outdoors through hiking, boating, and hunting. Lisa and I also enjoy traveling together and participating in mission trips that allow us to serve others around the world.

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Adam Weeman
Adam WeemanFinancial AdvisorCFP®, FIC, CKA®

Adam achieved the Certified Financial Planning® professional designation in 2004 and joined Thrivent Financial in 2005. He specializes in helping members with retirement and legacy planning needs. He also achieved the Certified Kingdom Advisor® designation in 2014, integrating biblical financial principles into financial advice. He has been married to his wife Becky since 1998, and they have three children, Isaac (serving in the U.S. Army), Julia (in Nursing school) and Titus (in High School). They are active members at Faith Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD. Adam enjoys spending time with family, golfing, and volunteering for different charitable activities.

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Adam Brinkman
Adam BrinkmanWealth AdvisorCFP®, FIC
Adam has been with Thrivent Financial since 2008. He specializes in helping members with retirement planning. Adam has been married to his wife Sarah since 2010. They have been blessed with 3 children, Dylan, Harper, and Berkley. Adam enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, boating, and traveling.View profile
Tyler Erck
Tyler ErckFinancial Advisor

Tyler has been with Falls Advisor Group since 2020. He specializes in helping individuals and families reach their financial goals. He and his wife Kara have been married since 2022 and they have two children. Tyler enjoys spending time with family, hunting, camping, and golfing. 

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James Erck
James ErckAssociateFIC

Jim has been with Falls Advisor Group since 2012. He has worked in the financial services industry since 2004. Jim is an associate who handles many of the day-to-day needs of our clients. He and his wife Paula have been married since 2000 and have two children. They live in the community of Tea, SD and are members of Risen Savior Lutheran Church in Tea.

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Kristie Venenga
Kristie VenengaInsurance Office Professional

Kristie has been with us since December 2017 and is passionate about helping both clients and coworkers navigate the day-to-day details that keep the office running smoothly. When you call or visit our office, Kristie is often the first friendly voice or welcoming face you'll encounter.

Kristie and her husband, Brent, live in Harrisburg, South Dakota, with their three beloved fur babies. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and creating lasting memories at their cabin on Toad Lake in Minnesota.

Erica Smith
Erica SmithInsurance Support Associate

Erica joined Falls Advisor Group in August 2023. Erica provides client support. She has been married to her husband Chad since 2013. They have three children Ryan, Logan, and Hayes. They are members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Tea, SD. 

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: 605-373-0292

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.

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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.