About us
Discover what makes our Thrivent Member Network possible. Learn about our local and national leadership, and how we're making a difference as a holistic financial services organization.
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Thrivent has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for the next step in your career, membership options or financial products—we can help.
Products & services
With banking, insurance, investments and personalized financial guidance, we have products and services that meet you where you're at.
Membership & benefits
Discover the advantages of being a Thrivent member. We provide access to benefits, tools and resources to help you live a life full of meaning.
Careers
Put your skills and ideas into action in meaningful ways. We offer development opportunities, competitive compensation and attractive benefits to our corporate team members and financial advisors.
Regional leadership
The Thrivent Member Network regional board is made up of Thrivent clients with membership. The board provides leadership and strategic insights to help carry out Thrivent's mission on a local level. Clients with membership can have a voice by voting in the elections for the Thrivent Member Network board.
JC is an Assistant Dean and Associate Professor of Leadership at the Fermanian School of Business at Point Loma Nazarene University. He holds multiple degrees and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration. JC serves on multiple community boards, plans to be a stellar brand ambassador for Thrivent, and will utilize his leadership skills to support Thrivent staff and this board.
An attorney at Warner Angle for the past 29 years, Buric is looking forward to sharing his knowledge and experience on the regional board. John has been part of our membership since 2014 and currently serves on the Scottsdale Concert Band Advisory Board and and the Warner Angle Charitable Contributions Committee.
As a part of our membership since 1992, Paulson currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Lutheran Social Services-Southern California. He is the owner of Paulson and Associates, Inc., and is a professional speaker, author, columnist, coach and trainer. Terry is actively involved in various ministries at New Hope Lutheran Church, including singing on the Sunday Worship Team and leading the men’s group.
Augustus Shaw IV is a seasoned attorney and educator based in Tempe, Arizona. He is the founding partner of Shaw & Lines, LLC, where he has spent over two decades advising community associations, nonprofit organizations, and real estate developers. Mr. Shaw also serves as a Faculty Associate at Arizona State University's Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Mr. Shaw brings a wealth of legal expertise and leadership experience to his board service. His commitment to faith and community is reflected in his desire to show the love of Christ through service and to support Thrivent’s mission with integrity and purpose.
Rodo Sofranac brings over three decades of Thrivent membership and a rich professional background to his board service. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Rodo is a writer, consultant, and translator whose work spans education, community engagement, and cross-cultural communication. With 35 years of experience as a Thrivent member, Rodo is passionate about expanding awareness and encouraging participation in Thrivent’s programs. His commitment to service and storytelling helps bridge communities and inspire others to live generously.
National leadership
Our leaders work in the best interest of our membership––not third-party shareholders, like publicly traded companies. Clients with a benefit membership can vote in the annual election for the Thrivent Board of Directors. As the organization’s supreme governing body, the board focuses on serving the interests of the membership, both now and into the future. The board establishes and promotes Thrivent’s purpose and oversees major business decisions, and works with leadership to assess and manage risk. Get to know the people who serve on the Thrivent Board of Directors and the executive leadership team.