Pacific Southwest Region Managing Partners

Linda Witham, CFP®, ChFC, FIC
As a former assistant to the director of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services, Linda had an opportunity to help families in need. Today, she continues to put her Lutheran values into action as a managing partner. Linda joined Thrivent Financial for Lutherans in 1983.

Terry Wold, ChFC, FIC
Terry summarizes his outlook on life and his career in three words: "Enjoy the journey." Terry started his journey with the organization in 1994 and has enjoyed the rewards of his passion, perseverence and hard work. He became a managing partner in 2001.

Gregg A. Knudten, ChFC, CLU, FIC
"Life is great. Be the best you can." According to Gregg, these are words to live by-and they haven't failed him yet. Gregg joined the organization in 1984 as a financial representative. Today, Gregg is committed to helping the professionals on his team "be the best they can be."

L. Karsten Lundring, CFP®, CLU
Karsten was "born and raised" in the financial services industry. The son of an insurance representative, Karsten knew at an early age that he wanted to help families prepare for their futures. Karsten joined the organization in 1961.