Amanda Davis Finds Her Purpose as a Thrivent Financial Advisor
Photographer / Christina Cochran
Franklin native Amanda Davis is redefining what it means to be a financial advisor and a female entrepreneur by following her journey and helping her clients do the same. Amanda’s path to becoming a financial advisor wasn’t a straight line, but rather one of growth, discovery, and the courage to follow her gut. She now spends her time helping her clients meet their goals, from personal to community-based, with Thrivent.
“I was born and raised in Franklin,” Amanda shares. “Growing up, I mostly heard about the traditional life path of deciding what you wanted to do for the rest of your life as early as 16 years old, applying for scholarships, applying for college, getting your degree, getting a job, and starting a family.” And while she did her best to follow that path, something never quite clicked.
Amanda earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Franklin College and later became a licensed and certified professional in the field. She worked in a clinic as a physician extender, and although she found the work rewarding, she still didn’t feel completely fulfilled. That’s when she decided to pursue her MBA. “I obtained my master’s in business administration in 2017, knowing I wanted more.”
Her leap of faith came after becoming a mom of two. “I married my husband in 2018, and we have since had two amazing little boys. After having our second baby, I decided it was time to take a chance and finally venture into the world outside of that ‘traditional life path.’ I decided to join Thrivent as a financial advisor.”
That bold decision paid off. Today, Amanda brings both heart and strategy to client relationships. “The journey has pushed me out of my comfort zone in many ways,” she says, “but I also have never felt so complete. I have flexibility to spend time with my family, and I get to serve those in my community.”
Amanda’s process is personal, intentional, and client-first. She offers a three-meeting structure that allows both her and potential clients to explore their goals and values before making any commitments.
“In the first meeting, I’m really just sharing a little about myself, Thrivent, and how I can work with clients,” Amanda explains. “I want to learn about them—what’s most important, what challenges they’re facing, and what dreams they’re hoping to achieve.” The second meeting brings in the financial data and analysis, and by the third, Amanda presents a customized financial plan.
What truly sets Amanda apart is her accessibility and genuine desire to serve. “There is no investment minimum to work with me,” she emphasizes. “I most often end up working with women, couples planning for retirement, and families with children. Being a mama myself, I really love talking with families about how to protect and plan for their dependents.”
Her work is not just about numbers; it’s also about values. That’s part of what drew her to Thrivent, a not-for-profit, membership-owned financial services organization. “What is really cool is that I, as a financial advisor, am able to plug into my community and give back, but I also get to help my clients do the same,” Amanda explains.
Through programs like Thrivent Choice®, where clients with membership can direct Choice Dollars® to nonprofits, and Thrivent Action Teams, where clients with membership can lead volunteers in meeting a community need using Thrivent tools and resources, Amanda empowers clients to not only improve their financial lives but also make an impact locally. “The generosity piece is something that sets Thrivent apart from many other financial services organizations,” she says. “It’s a huge reason why I chose to open my practice here.”
Amanda’s story is one of coming full circle, from leaving her comfort zone, expanding her world, and returning home with a purpose that’s uniquely her own. “What I have learned is that it is okay to take your own path and break away from tradition, but what is cool is that you can always come ‘home’ and bring your big dreams with you.”
To learn more or schedule a no-pressure, educational meeting with Amanda, visit her website, find her on Facebook or LinkedIn, or contact her directly at 317-373-3827 or Amanda.davis@thrivent.com.
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