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Charles R. Benway

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Granite Falls, NC
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CRD#: 2321404
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Professional summary


Charles Roland Benway, who also goes by Charles Benway, Chuck Benway, Benway Chuck, is a registered financial advisor currently at THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC. located in Granite Falls, North Carolina.

Charles is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1993. Charles has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Charles Benway | Chuck Benway | Benway Chuck

Other business activities


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CHARLES BENWAY MINISTRIES POSITION: Pastor - Ordained Minister NATURE: Performance of the duties of a called and ordained minister of God. There is a devotion to both the study of the Word of God and the teaching / preaching of the Word of God. It is a formalization of the general ministry all Christians are called to do. It is "vocational" ministry. Presently, my role is an "on-call" minister. In other words, I go and do whenever I am called. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 30 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 07/10/2018 ADDRESS: 1224 Trinity Pl, Granite Falls NC 28630, United States DESCRIPTION: Preaching the Word of God. Teaching the Word of God. Studying the Word of God, including relevant writings. Christian Counseling Perform Marriages, Baptisms & dedications, Last Rights, other ceremonies as requested. Leading whole congregations (not presently). FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH POSITION: Church Elder NATURE: This is a Christian church and is a body of believers that have come together to serve Jesus and the greater community. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 12 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 2 START DATE: 01/01/2023 ADDRESS: 2670 Shady Grove Rd, Connelly Springs NC 28612, United States DESCRIPTION: I serve as a member of the Elder Board, which is a supervisor panel of mature Christians. We act as guides for the organization and are equipped to make decisions governing the organization. Within this role, I am the liaison from the board to the Finance Team. Within this specific role, I am an advisor to the team, but recluse myself whenever decisions are made as to the disposition of church funds. I am not listed on any signature cards. WEST POINT SOCIETY OF WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA POSITION: President NATURE: An associated element of the Association of Graduates for the United States Military, West Point, NY, located in Western North Carolina. We exist to provide camaraderie, relationships care and activities for members of the Long Gray Line, and their families, that have located, permanently or temporarily, in this part of the country. In addition, we provide some liaison for prospective cadet candidates seeking appointment to the academy; look out for outstanding candidates that live in Western North Carolina. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 20 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 5 START DATE: 01/01/2023 ADDRESS: 1224 Trinity Pl, Granite Falls NC 28630, United States DESCRIPTION: I am responsible to the board of directors to assist with the governance of the society, oversee the planning for leaders, assist with strategic planning, and the general operations of the society at large. I am a voting member of the board of directors. I provide an avenue with which the board may meet virtually when necessary (Zoom host).

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Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Current

April 29, 2016 - Present

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

Office #2: 1015 2nd St Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
RIA
BD
CRD#: 18387
Granite Falls, NC
Current

April 12, 2016 - Present

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

Office #1: 1015 2nd St Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
RIA
BD
CRD#: 18387
Hickory, NC
Past

May 24, 2007 - December 18, 2007

MML INVESTORS SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 10409
HICKORY, NC
Past

November 8, 2005 - May 9, 2007

CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 13572
CONNELLY SPRINGS, NC
Past

October 24, 2005 - May 9, 2007

CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 13572
CONNELLY SPRINGS, NC
Past

March 20, 2002 - November 8, 2005

BLUE VASE SECURITIES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 46765
CONNELLY SPRINGS, NC
Past

April 9, 2001 - October 24, 2005

BLUE VASE SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 46765
WASHINGTON, PA
Past

January 3, 2001 - March 29, 2001

AMERICAN GENERAL SECURITIES INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 13626
PHOENIX, AZ
Past

July 8, 1995 - September 11, 2000

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

BD
CRD#: 18387
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Past

March 15, 1993 - September 12, 1994

EDWARD JONES

BD
CRD#: 250
ST. LOUIS, MO

Primary Firm SEC Registration


This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
TI
THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.
AAL CAPITAL MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC. | FORTRESS DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | AAL DISTRIBUTORS INC.

CRD#: 18387 / SEC#: 801-29618, 8-36525

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/18/1987 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Kansas City district office)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.
RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.

Visual representation of state registrations

RR
Florida
(5/3/2018)
RR
Georgia
(5/3/2018)
RR
Maryland
(6/6/2025)
RR
Missouri
(4/28/2025)
RR
North Carolina
(4/29/2016)
IAR
North Carolina
(4/29/2016)
RR
South Carolina
(6/6/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 4/28/2016
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 11/29/2001
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


TI
THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.
AAL CAPITAL MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC. | FORTRESS DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | AAL DISTRIBUTORS INC.

CRD#: 18387 / SEC#: 801-29618, 8-36525

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/18/1987 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Kansas City district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
600 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Mailing Address
600 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Phone number
+1 (800) 847-4836
Established
Delaware since 07/29/1986
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
3,846

SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC. ADVISORFLEX MANAGED VARIABLE ANNUITY PROGRAM (6/30/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
THRIVENT FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC.OWNER
BIRR, THOMAS JOHNVICE PRESIDENT4148092
BOUSU, CALEB ANTHONYDIRECTOR7877353
CECERE, NICHOLAS MDIRECTOR1513551
GILCHRIST, TONIA NICOLE JAMESCHIEF LEGAL OFFICER & SECRETARY4777233
GOLIS, ANDREA CORINCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER1401462
JOHNSON, ARIKA VIKTORIADIRECTOR5580869
JOHNSTON, PAUL ROBERTSDIRECTOR2065882
KLOSTER, DAVID JACOBPRESIDENT2523240
NORGARD, ANDREW DYLANTREASURER6868385

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts48,940
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 17,499,525,490

Disclosures


Regulatory Event8

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
10/21/2024
Cover Page
01/25/2024

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Company Information


THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

CRD#: 18387Granite Falls, NC

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