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Get to know our leadership team
Leadership at the Walnut Creek office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Craig started his career with Northwestern Mutual in 1986 as an Intern, after graduating from Illinois State University. Utilizing the 30+ years of experience gained as a financial advisor and leader, Craig, became the Managing Director of the Walnut Creek and Redwood City offices of the San Francisco Bay Area...
Craig started his career with Northwestern Mutual in 1986 as an Intern, after graduating from Illinois State University. Utilizing the 30+ years of experience gained as a financial advisor and leader, Craig, became the Managing Director of the Walnut Creek and Redwood City offices of the San Francisco Bay Area Group. Craig is also on the Board of Advisors for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
I joined Northwestern Mutual in 2008 as a college intern. I specialize in providing strategic, comprehensive advice to help professionals and families meet their financial goals. I also collaborate with fellow advisors to education clients on wealth management strategies & solutions. I grew up in the Bay Area...
I joined Northwestern Mutual in 2008 as a college intern. I specialize in providing strategic, comprehensive advice to help professionals and families meet their financial goals. I also collaborate with fellow advisors to education clients on wealth management strategies & solutions. I grew up in the Bay Area and live with my husband and 2 kids.
Miles serves as a Financial Advisor at the Walnut Creek and San Francisco offices of Northwestern Mutual. Through a holistic approach, Miles and his team address the needs of families, professionals, and businesses by designing plans that help get "financial houses in order" and serve as the framework for achieving...
Miles serves as a Financial Advisor at the Walnut Creek and San Francisco offices of Northwestern Mutual. Through a holistic approach, Miles and his team address the needs of families, professionals, and businesses by designing plans that help get "financial houses in order" and serve as the framework for achieving goals such as saving money efficiently, minimizing taxes, and protecting income.
I specialize in working with driven, successful professionals looking for financial education,and a long-term relationship. My team and I focus on helping people build a strong financial foundation for their lives.
Aristea Simvoulakis
Director of Career Development
Aristea began her career at Northwestern Mutual in August of 2013 in Irvine, CA. She spent 4 years there in Campus Recruiting and Internship Development. Aristea transitioned her career to the San Francisco Bay Area in October of 2017 and now works in the Walnut Creek District as the Director of Career Development...
Aristea began her career at Northwestern Mutual in August of 2013 in Irvine, CA. She spent 4 years there in Campus Recruiting and Internship Development. Aristea transitioned her career to the San Francisco Bay Area in October of 2017 and now works in the Walnut Creek District as the Director of Career Development focusing on recruiting, selecting and developing career changers for our Financial Representative role. In 2019 Aristea was awarded Recruiter of the Year for recruiting the highest number of diverse candidates! She is passionate about the overall mission of Northwestern Mutual and about our firm’s commitment to making an impact on the lives of those in our communities by helping them achieve financial security. She holds her California Life & Health Insurance License. Aristea attended CSU, Fullerton where she received her BA in Business Finance. She’s a native to Northern California and on her days off enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and traveling the world!
Samantha Johns
Director of Development
Alyssa Dodd
Sales Execution Team
Alejandra Chavarria
Office Coordinator