Minneapolis-based Thrivent Financial, which provides financial services to Christians, has hired Mary Jane Fortin as senior vice president and chief commercial officer, a newly created position. She joins in July from Allstate, where she served as president of Allstate Financial Businesses.
In the new role, Fortin will lead the commercial operations of Thrivent, including distribution; product management; life, health and annuity product operations; and national community and membership engagement. She’ll report directly to President and CEO Teresa Rasmussen.
"Now more than ever, we know people have questions about their finances," Rasmussen said in a statement. "We're here to guide them through these tumultuous times by providing advice, products and resources to help meet their needs. As Chief Commercial Officer, Mary Jane will ensure our products and advice are relevant and our customer experience is second to none in our industry."
Thrivent has more than 2 million members and customers and $152 billion in assets under management, as of the end of 2019. The firm's advice services and mutual funds are available to anyone, regardless of religion.
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