Ashley Russo

Ashley Russo is an American Financial Advisor and public speaker at the top of her field, ranking in the top 3% of advisors currently working at Northwestern Mutual.

She is a frequent speaker on financial literacy, namely focusing on simple ways to create financial security and building confidence around finance. She works to demystify complex topics, from setting budgets to utilizing your 401(k), taxes to retirement planning, always working to eliminate the shame and judgement that surrounds these conversations. Her passion for helping others with financial literacy grew out of her own life experience. Left to her own devices from the age of 13, with no formal education, she learned early the importance of financial security. Ashley empowers people to embrace their finances to the benefit of their overall wellbeing.

During her free time, Ashley can be found on the golf course or hiking with her husband, Kevin and her baby girl Mackenzie. 

Briana began her career at Northwestern Mutual as a Recruiter after graduating from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics.

Bri’s financial planning knowledge and investment knowledge are invaluable to our clients. She skillfully provides clear guidance that simplifies complex topics and provides a disciplined process to ensure families stay on track. To leverage her degree, Briana also holds her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® certification and Chartered Financial Consultant^® professional designation along with FINRA Series 7 and Series 66, and California Life & Health License.

While in the office, Briana manages all client interactions, from investments to plan creation. She fluidly leads our operational team to agilely support the sophisticated needs of our clients. 

Favorite Friends Show Quote: “Pivot Pivot Pivot!”

Life Quote to My Younger Self: “There will be limitless endeavors to journey through, if you keep an optimistic attitude.”

Grace graduated from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science degree in Consumer Affairs and a Master of Science degree in Family Financial Planning and Counseling. Grace believes that clients are more than numbers on their balance sheet. She sees each relationship she makes as the fuel that drives her love the financial industry and the clients long term dreams. 

Grace joined the Russo team as an accomplished Associate Lead Advisor with a decade of experience.  She holds her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional designation, a Washington and California Life & Health license, FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 security licenses. 

She is currently in Whidbey Island, WA with her husband and dog, Phoebe. She enjoys a great cup of coffee and exploring.

Favorite Friends Show Quote: “I have this uncontrollable need to please people”

Life Quote to My Younger Self: “Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.”

Janille graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management.  With an interest in financial planning, Janille started her career with Northwestern Mutual as a Sales Execution Team Associate.  She is FINRA Series 7 licensed and holds her CA Life and Health License. 

With a passion for financial planning, Janille joined our team to synergistically integrate her area of expertise and experiences with the firm. Clients value her commitment and loyalty to their planning.

Born and raised a “San Diegan,” Janille takes advantage of the beautiful weather by going to the beach, traveling, and valuing quality time with close family and friends.

Favorite Friends Show Quote: “A promise between friends means never having to give a reason” 

Life Quote to My Younger Self: “When you undervalue what you do, the world will undervalue who you are.”

Kimberly graduated with a degree in Elementary Education from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She has a passion for comprehensive financial planning and continuing education.  She enjoys connecting with clients to fully understand their goals and what is important to them.

Kim joined Russo Wealth Management as a successful Lead Advisor Associate. She currently resides in Pittsburg, PA and holds her FINRA Series 6 and Life Accident & Health Licensed. When Kimberly isn’t in the office, she enjoys reading, hiking, and traveling with her husband, Brian and their dog, Hank.

Favorite Friends TV show Quote: “Joey doesn’t share food!”

Life Quote to My Younger Self: “Good or bad, this too shall pass.”

Cassie Martin is a Radford University alum with a bachelor’s degree majoring in Sports Medicine. Her passion in finance drives her motivation to build comprehensive and efficient plans for our clients. She believes planning is key to having success in your financial journey.

Originally from Virginia but now, she is happily settled in Charlotte, NC where she joins our team as a Planning Associate.  Outside of the office, you will find her spending time with family and friends, unwinding by the lake, and fostering as many dogs as possible.

Favorite Friends TV show Quote: “They don’t know that we know they know we know”
Life Quote to My Younger Self: “Don’t get so caught up in the difficulties of the moment since they are only temporary."