Get to know your dedicated team
When you became our client, you placed your trust in us to help make your vision a reality. I honor that trust with the help of my expert support staff.
Some companies only focus on insurance, others just on investment strategies. With Northwestern Mutual, our team will look at your big picture. Our integrated approach will help you build an achievable and flexible financial plan that we can monitor and track.
Together, we make a strong commitment to provide exceptional service. If you need to schedule an appointment, request service, or have a question about a policy or account, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Carolyn M Schaumann
Associate Financial Representative
Education
Southeast Missouri State University – Bachelor of Science in Corporate Communication, Minors in Business Administration and Administrative Systems Management
Professional
Carolyn started her career with Northwestern Mutual in 2012 and joined Mike’s team in 2017.
Carolyn manages the team’s daily operations and Mike’s calendar. She handles questions and issues related to client service, as well as insurance underwriting. She also assists in client planning analysis, investment account opening, transfers, and maintenance.
Carolyn and Elizabeth are passionate about delivering an exceptional client experience and take pride in helping our clients prepare and plan for their financial futures.
Carolyn holds her Missouri Life, Health, and Long Term Care licenses.
Personal
Carolyn and her boyfriend, Tim, live in Affton with their golden retriever, Moose. She enjoys hiking, traveling, exercising, and spending time with family and friends.
Elizabeth S Dees
CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®
Associate Financial Advisor
Education
Elizabeth graduated from University of Missouri St. Louis in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in business administration, with an emphasis in Finance.
Professional
Elizabeth started her career with Northwestern Mutual in January 2012 and joined the team in April 2022.
Elizabeth assists in investment account proposals, investment account openings, clients service requests, monitoring client portfolios/cash flow, and updating client families’ financial plans.
Elizabeth is passionate about delivering an exceptional client experience and take pride in helping our clients plan for their financial futures.
Elizabeth is a CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, holds her Series 6 and 63 securities registrations as well as Missouri Life, Health, and Long-Term Care licenses.
Personal
Elizabeth and her husband, Mike, live in Manchester with their son, Hunter, and dog Remmy. Elizabeth and Mike love to travel and spend time outdoors. Elizabeth also enjoys spending time with family & friends.