Our team

Jordan Austin
FIC, CKA®, BFA™
Financial Consultant

Jordan is a practice veteran who started working on the Via team in 2008. He is a financial consultant specializing in financial planning, investments, and risk management. He focuses on getting to know his clients and their unique priorities so he can help them pave a path to their dreams.  

Jordan grew up in Greeley, Colorado, and received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder, in 2002. Jordan and his wife, Diana, reside in Berthoud, Colorado, and have three sons: Seth, Tucker, and Eliot.  

In his free time, Jordan loves being with his best friend (a.k.a., wife) and their children. He likes skiing, rock climbing, backpacking, camping, spending time in the mountains, and traveling. He also enjoys the occasional long-distance paddling trip to the Boundary Waters or San Juan Islands. 

Jordan and his wife are active members of Grace Place Church where he serves in church leadership and coordinates a three-times-yearly Car Care Clinic that provides oil changes and vehicle inspections for single mothers and widows.  

States Licensed: AK, AL, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #0I97083, CO, FL, IA, ID, IN, KS, MA, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, PA, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY

About Jordan Austin

Jordan is a practice veteran who started working on the Via team in 2008. He is a financial consultant specializing in financial planning, investments, and risk management. He focuses on getting to know his clients and their unique priorities so he can help them pave a path to their dreams.  

Jordan grew up in Greeley, Colorado, and received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder, in 2002. Jordan and his wife, Diana, reside in Berthoud, Colorado, and have three sons: Seth, Tucker, and Eliot.  

In his free time, Jordan loves being with his best friend (a.k.a., wife) and their children. He likes skiing, rock climbing, backpacking, camping, spending time in the mountains, and traveling. He also enjoys the occasional long-distance paddling trip to the Boundary Waters or San Juan Islands. 

Jordan and his wife are active members of Grace Place Church where he serves in church leadership and coordinates a three-times-yearly Car Care Clinic that provides oil changes and vehicle inspections for single mothers and widows.  

States Licensed: AK, AL, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #0I97083, CO, FL, IA, ID, IN, KS, MA, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, PA, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY
Nate Sloan
FIC
Financial Consultant

Nate is a financial consultant who joined Thrivent in 2012. He specializes in financial planning, tax analysis, retirement planning and investment management. Nate loves Thrivent’s culture of generosity and enjoys working closely with clients and their families to help them achieve their financial goals. According to Nate, working at Thrivent isn’t just a job, it’s a calling and a way to make a difference in the lives of others.  

Nate grew up in Highlands Ranch and received a bachelor’s degree in social science from Colorado Christian University in 2005. He worked as a wholesaler at Jackson National supporting other financial advisors from 2006 to 2012. Nate currently resides in Longmont, Colorado.   

When he’s not working, Nate loves spending time with his amazing wife, Laura, and their four kids: Caleb, Elijah, Anna and Eve. As a family, they enjoy playing tennis and pickleball, traveling, reading and listening to jazz music on slow Saturday mornings. Nate and his family are members of Grace Evangelical Free Church where he leads a small group and plays drums for the church music team. He and his wife also volunteer for the church’s kids’ ministry.  

 

States Licensed: AL, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #0M71670, CO, FL, IA, ID, IN, KS, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NM, NY, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TX, UT, WA, WI, WY

About Nate Sloan

Nate is a financial consultant who joined Thrivent in 2012. He specializes in financial planning, tax analysis, retirement planning and investment management. Nate loves Thrivent’s culture of generosity and enjoys working closely with clients and their families to help them achieve their financial goals. According to Nate, working at Thrivent isn’t just a job, it’s a calling and a way to make a difference in the lives of others.  

Nate grew up in Highlands Ranch and received a bachelor’s degree in social science from Colorado Christian University in 2005. He worked as a wholesaler at Jackson National supporting other financial advisors from 2006 to 2012. Nate currently resides in Longmont, Colorado.   

When he’s not working, Nate loves spending time with his amazing wife, Laura, and their four kids: Caleb, Elijah, Anna and Eve. As a family, they enjoy playing tennis and pickleball, traveling, reading and listening to jazz music on slow Saturday mornings. Nate and his family are members of Grace Evangelical Free Church where he leads a small group and plays drums for the church music team. He and his wife also volunteer for the church’s kids’ ministry.  

 

States Licensed: AL, AZ, CA Insurance Lic. #0M71670, CO, FL, IA, ID, IN, KS, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NM, NY, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TX, UT, WA, WI, WY
Team Member
Aaron Elder
Director of Dedicated Planning Operations

Aaron joined Via in 2020 and serves as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional with a unique blend of planning expertise, strategic thinking, and operational leadership. While much of his work happens behind the scenes, Aaron partners closely with the firm's financial advisors to develop financial plans, evaluate opportunities, and design strategies that help clients pursue their goals with confidence.

 

A native of eastern Washington, Aaron graduated from the University of Idaho, where he met his wife, Joanna. Together, they made Colorado home in 2019 and are raising their four children: Hannah, Gideon, Nora, and Lucia.

 

When he's not building financial plans, Aaron can often be found on a baseball field. He coaches youth baseball, provides leadership within local baseball organizations, and enjoys investing in the lives of young athletes. He is also passionate about serving foster children and foster families throughout the community.

About Aaron Elder

Aaron joined Via in 2020 and serves as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional with a unique blend of planning expertise, strategic thinking, and operational leadership. While much of his work happens behind the scenes, Aaron partners closely with the firm's financial advisors to develop financial plans, evaluate opportunities, and design strategies that help clients pursue their goals with confidence.

 

A native of eastern Washington, Aaron graduated from the University of Idaho, where he met his wife, Joanna. Together, they made Colorado home in 2019 and are raising their four children: Hannah, Gideon, Nora, and Lucia.

 

When he's not building financial plans, Aaron can often be found on a baseball field. He coaches youth baseball, provides leadership within local baseball organizations, and enjoys investing in the lives of young athletes. He is also passionate about serving foster children and foster families throughout the community.

Team Member
Christian Dane
Director of Investment Operations

Christian joined Thrivent in 2016 and works remotely from Minnesota as Via’s licensed office professional. He loves coming up with measurable, creative solutions that can positively impact his clients’ lives and their communities.   

Christian grew up in the north woods of Minnesota’s Iron Range. He earned his bachelor’s degree in physics from the United States Naval Academy. He worked in a variety of roles at Thrivent before joining Via Financial Consultants, including as a financial advisor, paraplanner and a compliance analyst for the Thrivent Advisor Network.   

Christian recently moved to the Twin Cities suburb of Apple Valley, where he lives with his wife, Katie, and their daughter, Maggie. They enjoy traveling, learning new things and playing games. Christian also likes home renovation projects, jigsaw puzzles, science fiction and video games. In addition, he serves on the board of directors for FARMS International, which is a nonprofit organization that offers zero-percent business loans to entrepreneurs in developing nations.  

About Christian Dane

Christian joined Thrivent in 2016 and works remotely from Minnesota as Via’s licensed office professional. He loves coming up with measurable, creative solutions that can positively impact his clients’ lives and their communities.   

Christian grew up in the north woods of Minnesota’s Iron Range. He earned his bachelor’s degree in physics from the United States Naval Academy. He worked in a variety of roles at Thrivent before joining Via Financial Consultants, including as a financial advisor, paraplanner and a compliance analyst for the Thrivent Advisor Network.   

Christian recently moved to the Twin Cities suburb of Apple Valley, where he lives with his wife, Katie, and their daughter, Maggie. They enjoy traveling, learning new things and playing games. Christian also likes home renovation projects, jigsaw puzzles, science fiction and video games. In addition, he serves on the board of directors for FARMS International, which is a nonprofit organization that offers zero-percent business loans to entrepreneurs in developing nations.  

Team Member
Jennifer Bova
Licensed Office Professional

Jennifer joined Thrivent in 2024 and serves as a Licensed Office Professional, bringing a hospitality background and a genuine commitment to helping clients feel supported, informed, and confident as they work toward greater financial clarity. She enjoys building trusted relationships and helping connect clients with the resources and guidance they need to pursue their goals. Thrivent’s purpose-based approach centers on understanding each client’s values and financial goals and creating clear, actionable steps toward them.


Born in Fort Collins, Colorado, Jennifer has lived throughout the state but considers Northern Colorado home. She earned an associate degree from Front Range Community College and became Co-President of the National Society of Leadership and Success. She has also pursued EMT and Personal Trainer certifications, experiences that reflect her commitment to service, learning, and helping others.


Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys volunteering at the Windsor/Severance Fire Museum, hiking, cooking, outdoor activities, car shows, concerts, music, and spending time with friends and family. She is also a member of Vineyard Church of the Rockies, where she participates in small groups and hopes to become involved with the worship team. Her goal is to bring the same spirit of service, connection, and care to her work and community involvement.

About Jennifer Bova

Jennifer joined Thrivent in 2024 and serves as a Licensed Office Professional, bringing a hospitality background and a genuine commitment to helping clients feel supported, informed, and confident as they work toward greater financial clarity. She enjoys building trusted relationships and helping connect clients with the resources and guidance they need to pursue their goals. Thrivent’s purpose-based approach centers on understanding each client’s values and financial goals and creating clear, actionable steps toward them.


Born in Fort Collins, Colorado, Jennifer has lived throughout the state but considers Northern Colorado home. She earned an associate degree from Front Range Community College and became Co-President of the National Society of Leadership and Success. She has also pursued EMT and Personal Trainer certifications, experiences that reflect her commitment to service, learning, and helping others.


Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys volunteering at the Windsor/Severance Fire Museum, hiking, cooking, outdoor activities, car shows, concerts, music, and spending time with friends and family. She is also a member of Vineyard Church of the Rockies, where she participates in small groups and hopes to become involved with the worship team. Her goal is to bring the same spirit of service, connection, and care to her work and community involvement.

Ryan Mohrmann
FIC, RICP®
Financial Advisor

Ryan and his family recently moved to Wichita, Kansas, but he still does joint field work with this team via conference calls, Zoom meetings and occasional visits to Colorado. 

Ryan and his wife, Rachel, have four children: Erika, Aiden, Audrey and Elliana. They enjoy musicals, track meets, Celtic music, gymnastics and camping. 

States Licensed: AR Insurance Lic. #16752947, CO, KS, MN, NC, NM, NV, TX

About Ryan Mohrmann

Ryan and his family recently moved to Wichita, Kansas, but he still does joint field work with this team via conference calls, Zoom meetings and occasional visits to Colorado. 

Ryan and his wife, Rachel, have four children: Erika, Aiden, Audrey and Elliana. They enjoy musicals, track meets, Celtic music, gymnastics and camping. 

States Licensed: AR Insurance Lic. #16752947, CO, KS, MN, NC, NM, NV, TX