Our Story
Our story

Our team's goal is to work with you to build a financial strategy around what is important to you. Life isn't just about making more. It's about doing more with what you have. 

We are committed to being a leader in the industry by providing competent, confident, caring and faith-based financial professionals who strive to exceed clients’ expectations.

With offices in

  •     Perrysburg, Ohio,
  • Oak Harbor, Ohio
  • Carleton, Michigan

Our team has served our communities and surrounding areas for more than 25 years.

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Ron Ashley
Ron AshleyFinancial ConsultantFIC

Ron is our team leader of Toledo Area Associates and has been a financial advisor for more than 22 years. He holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, and life and health insurance licenses. He was inducted into the Thrivent Hall of Fame in 2022. Ron graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science degree. Ron and his wife, Judy, are members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Toledo, Ohio. They enjoy spending time with their two children and four grandchildren. In his free time, Ron also enjoys playing golf, fishing, participating in fantasy football, and feeding/watching birds that visit his yard.

Robert Brunner
Robert BrunnerFinancial ConsultantFIC, RICP®, CLTC®, BFA™

Rob has been a financial advisor for more than 13 years. He holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, and life and health insurance licenses. He also passed the Level 1 CFA Exam in December of 2019. Rob graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance. Rob and his wife, Michelle, have two daughters. In his free time, Rob enjoys sailing, golf and photography.

Jeremy Ashley
Jeremy AshleyFinancial AdvisorFIC, CLTC®

Jeremy has been a financial advisor for more than 10 years. He holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, and life and health insurance licenses. Jeremy graduated from Tiffin University with a bachelor's degree in business. Jeremy and his wife, Sarah, have two beautiful daughters. They attend Trinity Lutheran Church in Toledo, Ohio. In his free time, Jeremy enjoys fishing, golf, soccer and fantasy football.

Susan Minch
Susan MinchAssociateFIC

Susan has been a financial advisor for more than 20 years. She holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, and life and health insurance licenses. Susan graduated from Ball State University, Miller College of Business, with a Bachelor of Science degree. Susan has one amazing daughter. She is a member of Zoar Lutheran Church in Perrysburg, Ohio. Susan enjoys volunteering, reading and painting.

Dohn Dyke
Dohn DykeAssociate

Blair has more than 10 years of experience in financial services. He holds the Series 6 and 63 securities licenses, and life and health insurance licenses. Blair graduated from Owens College with an associate’s degree in business and from Lourdes University with a bachelor’s degree in business. Blair is married to Amy. He looks forward to helping others with their financial journey and his motto is "Be the lighthouse for others!"

Elizabeth Anderson
Elizabeth AndersonFinancial Advisor

Elizabeth is excited to join our team. She holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses, and life and health insurance licenses. Elizabeth graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance. Elizabeth and her family are members of St. Constance Church in Taylor, Michigan. She enjoys spending time with her fiancé and family, working out, and going to the lake.

Judy Ashley
Judy AshleyAssociate
Sarah Ashley
Sarah AshleyPractice Supt Associate

Sarah holds the Series 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses, and life and health insurance licenses. She graduated from Tiffin University with a bachelor’s degree in finance. Sarah and her husband, Jeremy, have two beautiful daughters, Aria and Tori. In her free time, she enjoys doing crafts, golfing and taking walks.

Nancy Dowler
Nancy DowlerInsurance Office Professional

Nancy holds life and health insurance licenses. She graduated from Monroe County Community College with an associate’s degree. Nancy and her husband have two boys, Nick and Eric. They are members of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church. Nancy loves to travel, paint, read, hike and crochet prayer shawls.

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: 419-874-4378

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
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