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Michelle I. Bekkala
THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Hutchinson, MN 55350
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CRD#: 7732065
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Professional summary
Michelle Irene Bekkala, who also goes by Missy Bekkala, Michelle Irene Keranen, Missy Keranen, is a registered financial advisor currently at THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC. located in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Michelle is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2023. Michelle has worked at 1 firm and has passed the Series 66, Series 7TO and SIE exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Missy Bekkala | Michelle Irene Keranen | Missy Keranen
Other business activities
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ATLANTIC HOLDINGS LLC POSITION: Owner NATURE: Entity for rental real estate INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 04/07/2025 ADDRESS: 24966 729th Ave, Dassel MN 55325, United States DESCRIPTION: Bookkeeping & Maintenance MEEKER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BOARD MEMBER POSITION: Board Member/Community Liason NATURE: County owned hospital and clinics INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 3 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 3 START DATE: 10/21/2024 ADDRESS: 612 South Sibley Ave, Litchfield MN 55355, United States DESCRIPTION: Community Liaison. Vote on business matters and oversight of CEO. RENTAL PROPERTY MICHIGAN AIRBNB POSITION: Owner NATURE: Rental Property INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 05/05/2017 ADDRESS: 44310 US 41, Chassell MI 49916, United States DESCRIPTION: Upkeep and admin of rental NIKKEN POSITION: Independent Representative NATURE: Natural Wellness Products INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 09/01/2010 ADDRESS: 2 Corporate Park #100, Irvine CA 92612, United States DESCRIPTION: Product sales and service LONG-TERM COMMERCIAL 5-PLEX POSITION: Owner NATURE: residential and commercial rental INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 06/01/2021 ADDRESS: 400 Parker Ave W, Dassel MN 55325, United States DESCRIPTION: Bookkeeping and maintenance LONG-TERM RENTAL PROPERTY POSITION: Owner NATURE: Tri-plex rental INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 06/01/2007 ADDRESS: 117 E. 4th St, Litchfield MN 55355, United States DESCRIPTION: Bookkeeping and maintenance THE NATURAL NOOK, LLC POSITION: Brand Partner NATURE: Distributor for Young Living Essential Oils. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 6 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 09/01/2009 ADDRESS: 24966 729th Ave, Dassel MN 55325, United States DESCRIPTION: Assist members with orders and customer service needs. DBA ATLANTIC AVE STORAGE POSITION: Owner NATURE: Rent out storage containers to the public. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 09/30/2021 ADDRESS: 120 Atlantic Ave W / 650 Parker Ave W, Dassel MN 55325, United States DESCRIPTION: Bookkeeping and maintenance COMMERCIAL RENTAL PROPERTY POSITION: Owner NATURE: Commercial rental property INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 09/30/2021 ADDRESS: 650 Parker Ave W, Dassel MN 55325, United States DESCRIPTION: Bookkeeping, maintenance ROTARY CLUB PAST PRESIDENT POSITION: Past President NATURE: Rotary Club International- Community Service Organization INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 6 START DATE: 07/01/2025 ADDRESS: PO Box 501, Hutchinson MN 55350, United States DESCRIPTION: Past President. Attend club meetings and board meetings, participate in fundraisers and recruitment of new members.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
October 6, 2023 - Present
THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.
Office #1: 116 Main Street S, Hutchinson, MN 55350RIA
BD
CRD#: 18387
Hutchinson, MN
Current
September 15, 2023 - Present
THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.
Office #1: 116 Main Street S, Hutchinson, MN 55350RIA
BD
CRD#: 18387
Hutchinson, MN
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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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(10/13/2023)
RR
Michigan(10/13/2023)
RR
Minnesota(10/6/2023)
IAR
Minnesota(10/6/2023)
RR
North Carolina(10/13/2023)
RR
North Dakota(7/29/2025)
RR
Wisconsin(10/13/2023)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 9/15/2023
General Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral 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)
FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)
Documents
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| THRIVENT FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, INC. | OWNER | |
| BIRR, THOMAS JOHN | VICE PRESIDENT | 4148092 |
| BOUSU, CALEB ANTHONY | DIRECTOR | 7877353 |
| CECERE, NICHOLAS M | DIRECTOR | 1513551 |
| GILCHRIST, TONIA NICOLE JAMES | CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER & SECRETARY | 4777233 |
| GOLIS, ANDREA CORIN | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 1401462 |
| JOHNSON, ARIKA VIKTORIA | DIRECTOR | 5580869 |
| JOHNSTON, PAUL ROBERTS | DIRECTOR | 2065882 |
| KLOSTER, DAVID JACOB | PRESIDENT | 2523240 |
| NORGARD, ANDREW DYLAN | TREASURER | 6868385 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 48,940 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 17,499,525,490 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 8 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2024 | ||
| 01/25/2024 |
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