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Who is J.R. Petersen?

I bring an eclectic history to being a Thrivent Financial Advisor. Here are some quick highlights:

Up With People world tour cast- 1998 & 2000
Bachelor's Degree from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Drug & Alcohol prevention educator
Community Theater performer
Violence Prevention educator in Denver metro schools
Worked for hospice organization in St. Louis
Lost my father to cancer at his age 43, I was only 23.
Proud to call Chattanooga home.

I strive to meet people where they are regardless of what that means. I believe the diversity of life is beautiful, and we are all uniquely created. Life happens to all of us. Navigating it sometimes requires the right advisors around you.

I provide personalized financial guidance to people at all stages of life. My work is very crafted and curated to get you from where you are today to where you want to be. At Thrivent, we believe humanity thrives when individuals make the most of all they've been given.

Meet My Team

Three Pillars Financial Advisors

Three Pillars Financial Advisors

Title: Team Practice
Website: https://connect.thrivent.com/three-pillars-financial-advisors

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