Melissa Kadrmas - Thrivent

10/16/2026

✨ 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿! ✨

There is something incredibly powerful about being in a room filled with smart, driven, accomplished women who share a passion for helping others succeed. 💙

Today, I had the privilege of joining a select group of women in the financial services industry for the 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽.

What an inspiring experience! 🙌

We shared ideas, challenged perspectives, discussed ways to better serve our clients, and explored opportunities to grow our practices. The conversations reminded me just how valuable it is to surround ourselves with people who understand our industry, share our challenges, and bring different experiences to the table.

💡 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲.

That’s the beauty of a mastermind group. We can learn from one another, celebrate successes, share challenges, and help each other become better leaders and advisors.

I’m especially excited that we’ll be coming together quarterly to continue these conversations, exchange fresh ideas, and build meaningful professional relationships.

A huge thank you to BlackRock for bringing this exceptional group of women together and investing in our continued growth.

💙 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻, 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝘀𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲. 💙

10/15/2026

Higher rates. Resilient growth. New opportunities. Thrivent's Q4 2026 Market Outlook highlights why staying invested and maintaining a diversified portfolio remains important in today’s market environment. ⬇️

Resilient growth, higher rates, energy-driven inflation and the AI investment boom are shaping the market outlook.

10/14/2026

Relationships are at the heart of every successful financial practice.

If you're someone who enjoys making connections, growing your network and helping others reach their goals, those strengths could help you build a meaningful practice of your own.

Explore financial advisor opportunities at Thrivent: thriventcareers.com/4dtC5o8

10/12/2026

Future you is giving you a high five.​

Getting life insurance in your 20s may help you lock in lower premiums and build financial protection early for your loved ones.​

Let's make life insurance make sense for your finances now and in the future.​

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10/11/2026

“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” - Romans 12:12

10/10/2026

A Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity™ allows you to lock in a guaranteed interest rate for a set period, making it a popular option for those looking to help add stability, predictable earnings, and reduced market uncertainty.

Reach out if you'd like to discuss whether this type of solution could help support your retirement goals.

For additional interest rates and other important information: https://bit.ly/4qauUq7

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10/10/2026

Life insurance may be an important resource for your small business. It can help secure your loved ones' financial futures, provide a clear succession plan and protect your business from financial harm. Learn more about how life insurance can help protect your small business: https://bit.ly/4ds6lgB

10/09/2026

We recognize Hispanic Heritage Month and reflect on the stories and experiences of Hispanic and Latino communities.​

It's an opportunity to honor their rich histories, cultures and the contributions they have made throughout history and continue to make today.

10/09/2026

Jobs. Inflation. Interest rates. Global events. Consumer confidence. These are some of the signals investors are watching right now. Join Thrivent investment leaders for a live virtual update on what’s shaping today’s market outlook.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4y7ufIu

No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

10/08/2026

You don’t need all the answers before you start your financial planning journey.

Sometimes, the first step is simply talking through what matters most.

Let's connect, zero in on your goals and start financial planning to help you reach them.

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