RICHARD KEARNS
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Rich joined the Thrive team in early 2018 as the chief operating officer. He built a successful and rewarding career in the financial services industry and thoroughly enjoys it. Each day presents a different set of challenges and opportunities, and he prospers on being in a key leadership role to influence how Thrive operates on many different levels. He especially takes pride in recruiting, grooming and coaching Thrive staff members to become among the best in the industry.
Rich joined the Thrive team in early 2018 as the chief operating officer. He built a successful and rewarding career in the financial services industry and thoroughly enjoys it. Each day presents a different set of challenges and opportunities, and he prospers on being in a key leadership role to influence how Thrive operates on many different levels. He especially takes pride in recruiting, grooming and coaching Thrive staff members to become among the best in the industry.
As COO, Rich collaborates with and advises executive peers on countless issues that impact the business day-to-day or long-term. He acts as a liaison with home office, cross-functional partners in legal, human resources, marketing, IT and other related departments to ensure regulatory and corporate compliance and availability of required resources and support.
With prior agencies, Rich played an instrumental role in achieving some of the most prestigious honors and awards in both the industry and organization that include: GAMA, President’s Club and Chairman’s Awards.
PEGGY RAHILL
CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER & CONTROLLER
About five months after “retiring” from 20 years of service at Liberty Mutual, Peggy joined Thrive to contribute to the functions of financial reporting and compliance. In addition to a graduate degree in risk management, Peggy holds several insurance designations, but her most recent accomplishment is becoming an Investment Adviser Representative at Thrive.
About five months after “retiring” from 20 years of service at Liberty Mutual, Peggy joined Thrive to contribute to the functions of financial reporting and compliance. In addition to a graduate degree in risk management, Peggy holds several insurance designations, but her most recent accomplishment is becoming an Investment Adviser Representative at Thrive.
A longtime resident of Flourtown, Pennsylvania, Peggy is a wife, mom and “Mamie” to one baby girl. One of her family’s favorite things is to go to Cape May, New Jersey, where they rent a place. Next time, they’ll need a bigger place because they are awaiting the birth of two more grandchildren! In addition to spending time with her family, Peggy travels to Ireland every year to visit her eight first cousins and their families on the other side of the Atlantic.
JILLIAN MARQUARD, M.S.
MARKETING MANAGER
Jillian joined the Thrive team in 2017 as the marketing manager, with a strong background in digital, direct and strategic marketing. She began her career at a Philadelphia-based commercial printer specializing in large print-runs and direct mail. Her background, mixed with a consistently positive attitude and goal-orientated mindset, makes her a key component to the Thrive team.
Jillian joined the Thrive team in 2017 as the marketing manager, with a strong background in digital, direct and strategic marketing. She began her career at a Philadelphia-based commercial printer specializing in large print-runs and direct mail. Her background, mixed with a consistently positive attitude and goal-orientated mindset, makes her a key component to the Thrive team.
Jillian graduated from West Chester University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and obtained her Master of Science in marketing from Southern New Hampshire University. At Thrive Financial Services, Jillian strives to grow the company to its greatest potential through strategic business development techniques. In her spare time, she enjoys outdoor activities, writing, baking, spending time with her new husband and playing with her dogs, Bentley and Beamer.
BRITTANY HODGE
CLIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST
Brittany Hodge joined the Thrive Financial Services team in 2017 as a client services specialist. Her background and enthusiasm in assisting others makes her a great fit for the Thrive culture. Brittany has always had a passion for business and finance and aspires to help people achieve their financial goals.
Brittany Hodge joined the Thrive Financial Services team in 2017 as a client services specialist. Her background and enthusiasm in assisting others makes her a great fit for the Thrive culture. Brittany has always had a passion for business and finance and aspires to help people achieve their financial goals.
Brittany graduated from Lebanon Valley College with a Bachelor of Science in business administration and has worked in the insurance and financial services industry for several years. She holds licenses in life and health insurance and annuities in Pennsylvania.
In her free time, Brittany enjoys traveling, sporting events, concerts and spending time with her dog, Baxter.
MYRNA BEZAR
CLIENT LIAISON
Armed with decades of business experience, Myrna Bezar recently joined Thrive Financial Services as a client liaison and has quickly become an integral part of the team. We’ve received many compliments from clients who have had the pleasure of speaking with Myrna. In fact, one even wanted to take her out to lunch recently! By the way, Myrna is David Bezar’s mom!
Armed with decades of business experience, Myrna Bezar recently joined Thrive Financial Services as a client liaison and has quickly become an integral part of the team. We’ve received many compliments from clients who have had the pleasure of speaking with Myrna. In fact, one even wanted to take her out to lunch recently! By the way, Myrna is David Bezar’s mom!
Myrna’s experience ranges from organizing and presenting at workshops geared to women to recruiting insurance agents and working in the insurance industry, both in Arizona and the Philadelphia area. We’re hoping Myrna will contribute to Thrive’s Women’s Empowerment workshops, which we plan to offer soon!
In 2009, Myrna and her husband, Bill, decided to move back to our area from Arizona to be closer to family, including grandchildren. Next time you’re in our office, please check to see if Myrna is available to say hello.
Complimentary Consultation
We can meet with zero obligations on your part. If you can invest one hour today for a no-obligation consultation, we can place you on the path toward owning your tomorrows.