Michael Nelson

Michael Nelson is a seasoned digital strategist with extensive experience in marketing and social media management. Currently serving as a Digital Strategist at Thrivent since March 2017, Michael previously held the position of Senior Marketing Specialist. Before joining Thrivent, Michael worked at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. from March 2010 to May 2016, where key contributions included establishing social media platforms that achieved significant growth and managing substantial advertising budgets. Earlier roles at Russell Herder and Lawrence & Schiller involved developing and implementing social media strategies, media planning, and introducing innovative practices to elevate brand presence. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Augustana College, obtained in 2005.