About Brendan Rorem

With more than two decades of experience as a Financial Consultant with Thrivent, I’ve had the privilege of being part of a select group of top-performing representatives who have completed advanced education and training. Prior to joining Thrivent, I worked as an executive focused on business development within music, media, and technology companies.

My wife, Kelly, and I met at Pacific Lutheran and have been married for over 35 years. We’ve raised our three daughters—Katie, Alison, and Annelise—on Mercer Island and enjoyed supporting them through their time at both the University of Washington and Washington State University. (As a "Lute", aka PLU graduate, I cheer for both—and claim Apple Cup neutrality.)

Our family moved to Mercer Island from Minnesota and has remained deeply rooted in the community. We’ve been actively involved in our church, served on non-profit boards, and value time spent at local events, sporting activities, and with extended family across Washington State.

Giving back to our community

Holy Trinity Lutheran
Hunger and Homeless issues
Young life
Habitat for Humanity
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Arthritis Foundation
World Concern
American Cancer Association
PLU Class Representative
Chimp Sanctuary NW
Porchlight (Congregations for The Homeless)

Education and Accomplishments

FINRA Series 07 General Securities Representative
FINRA Series 66 Uniform Combined State Law
Life & Health Insurance Licenses
B.A. Pacific Lutheran University

ChFC® Designation, Chartered Financial Consultant, American College
RICP® Designation, Retirement Income Certified Professional, American College
CLTC® Designation, Certified in Long Term Care, CLTC Board of Standards, Inc
Kingdom Advisors Core Training in biblically wise advice
Voices in Philanthropy (VIP) Recipient (2021)
Divisional Volunteer of The Year Nominee (2014)
Golden Hammer Award - Regional Volunteer of Year Award (2007-08)

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Designations

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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.