Marita LaChapell

Marita LaChapell has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Marita is currently the Chief Administrative Officer at National Guardian Life Insurance Company since August 2020. Prior to that, they held the position of Vice President - Internal Consulting at the same company from January 2020 to August 2020.

In 2017, Marita founded ALIGN Financial and served as its President. ALIGN Financial focuses on helping clients accelerate their business success by maximizing opportunity and positively impacting the lives of others.

From 2018 to 2022, they worked as an Investment Advisor Representative at Integrity Investors, LLC, where they advocated for conscious investing that aligns with personal beliefs.

Marita also served as Vice President at Pathfinder Financial Advocates from 2017 to 2018, focusing on financial planning that aligned with clients' deeper beliefs and goals.

Marita'scareer at Thrivent Financial started in 2007, where they held multiple positions including Lead Financial Consultant, Partner, Director of Field Compensation, and Director of CI, Change Mgmt and Quality Assurance, FSO.

Marita's earlier experience includes working as CFO at Winsert, Inc. from 2005 to 2007, and as a Management Consultant at DeYoung & Associates from 1995 to 2003.

In 1987, Marita established their own company, Marita LaChapell, CPA, where they served as President and Owner. Marita'sexpertise in the information technology arena led to the successful merger of their company with a larger firm.

Overall, Marita LaChapell has demonstrated a wide range of skills and leadership abilities throughout their career in various industries.

Marita LaChapell completed their education at Michigan Technological University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA). Marita'sarea of focus was accounting with an emphasis on computers. Marita also pursued coursework towards a School Business Administration (MBA) at Northern Michigan University.

Before their college education, Marita LaChapell attended Goodman High School, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period.

Furthermore, Marita LaChapell obtained several certifications throughout their career. Marita earned a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS™) Credential from the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants in May 2017. In 2012, they became a Certified Kingdom Advisor through Kingdom Advisors. Additionally, they achieved a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification in January 2009 and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification in May 2008. Marita LaChapell is also a Certified Public Accountant licensed in both the State of Illinois and the State of Missouri, although the specific dates of their CPA certification are not provided.