Financial Advisor - Cody Pfaff

Hi, I’m Cody, a financial advisor with Thrivent since 2016. I help individuals and families prepare for and navigate important financial transitions by creating strategies that align with what matters most to them. My approach is rooted in providing structure, clarity, and ongoing guidance—so clients feel supported as life and priorities evolve.


My work is guided by core values of family, integrity, security, excellence, and meaningful work. I believe a thoughtful financial plan is not just about numbers, but about understanding goals, preparing for potential risks, and adapting along the way. I partner closely with clients and, when appropriate, their other professionals to help ensure their financial strategies remain aligned with their values over time.


I grew up in Michigan’s Thumb, where I met my wife, Hannah. Together we have two children, Avery and Weston, and our dog, Chloe. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors and with my family. I’m an active member of Zion Lutheran Church and proudly serve on the Sherman Township Fire Department.

Office Professional - Sonja Smaglinski

Sonja started with the practice in 2021. She is from Harbor Beach and has 2 sons, Nathan and Vincent. She is a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Harbor Beach. She enjoys spending time with family and helping in the community.


Sonja has prior experience handling the day-to-day operations of a trucking company. Sonja is the primary point of contact when you call or visit - she will schedule appointments and offer customer service and support.

Why Thrivent

After graduating from Grand Valley State University with a degree in finance, I knew I wanted to make a positive difference in people’s financial lives. As I learned more about Thrivent, their mission and values closely aligned with my own, making it a natural fit.


Thrivent allows me to provide personalized financial guidance while being supported by a Fortune 500 organization with a long-standing history of serving clients. By operating a local Thrivent practice, I’m able to work closely with individuals and families, offering guidance tailored to their unique goals, values, and circumstances.

Giving Back

  • Sherman Township Volunteer Firefighter
  • Veteran’s Fishing Outing
  • Zion Lutheran Church/School – Harbor Beach

Education & Accomplishments

  • FINRA Series 7 General Securities Representative
  • FINRA Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam
  • FINRA Series 65 Uniform Investment Advisor
  • Life Insurance, Health Insurance, and Variable Annuities Producer License(s), State of Michigan
  • Life Insurance, Health Insurance, and Variable Annuities Producer License(s), State of Florida
  • Life Insurance, Health Insurance, and Variable Annuities Producer License(s), State of North Carolina
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Grand Valley State University
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional, RICP®, American College of Financial Services

About Generational Wealth Advisors

At Generational Wealth Advisors, our mission is to help you live and leave a legacy in your faith, family, and finances. Through maximizing the unique strengths of our support staff and advisors, we strive to provide concierge-level customer service to every client.


As our name suggests, we love working with your family! Our team excels in helping clients and adult children who need a well-thought-out legacy strategy for families and charity, We can also equip you in preparing for and navigating wealth transfer conversations between generations, and are happy to review adult children's finances to ensure they are prepared to receive wealth transfer.


Our Values:

Service - We place importance on serving our clients and communities with integrity, quality value.

Excellence - We continually pursue the highest level of team standards, customer service, and character.

Faith - We do our best to be good stewards of our time, talent, and treasure as we put our Christian faith into action.

Family – We live to leave a legacy of love within our families for generations to come.

Community – We strive to engage our communities in a way that makes them better places to live, work, and raise families.

Meet My Team

Sonja Smaglinski

Sonja Smaglinski

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Office Professional

    Andrew Booms

    Andrew Booms

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    Financial Advisor

      Generational Wealth Advisors

      Generational Wealth Advisors

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      Team Practice

      Website
      https://connect.thrivent.com/generational-wealth-advisors