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Leadership at the Colorado Springs office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Kevin Kaveney
Managing Partner
Kevin Kaveney serves as the Managing Partner leading the growth, development, recruitment and operations for Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Kevin graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1996 and was awarded a commission as a Second Lieutenant...
Kevin Kaveney serves as the Managing Partner leading the growth, development, recruitment and operations for Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Kevin graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1996 and was awarded a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Armor Branch. In 2001, Kevin began his career as a financial representative with Northwestern Mutual. He was activated just six months later by the Colorado National Guard in the wake of 9/11 and served in Korea. After returning from military duty, Kevin continued his career with Northwestern Mutual as Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Partner. Kevin and his wife Carrie live in Colorado Springs with their two sons, Conor and Carson. A proud supporter of his community and the US military and their families, Kevin serves on the boards of Citizen Soldier Connection, Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo and YMCA Colorado Springs.
Noah Botkin is the Managing Director of the district office, Colorado Springs Northgate. Noah also leads The Botkin Financial Group; his personal wealth management advisory practice. As Managing Director, Noah is actively involved in the recruitment and training and development of new financial representatives...
Noah Botkin is the Managing Director of the district office, Colorado Springs Northgate. Noah also leads The Botkin Financial Group; his personal wealth management advisory practice. As Managing Director, Noah is actively involved in the recruitment and training and development of new financial representatives to Northwestern Mutual. Noah first became a Northwestern Mutual client back in 2006 and was so impressed with the company's values and culture, that he started his own practice in 2010. He believes that having experienced everything from the client's point of view, he is better equipped to communicate with his clients today and help them plan for their most amazing future. Originally from St. Louis, MO and a graduate of the University of Missouri, Noah lives in Colorado Springs with his wife Candace, three daughters (Kennedy, Everly, Campbell) and son (Bo). Noah enjoys spending time in the Rocky Mountains camping, archery hunting, fly fishing and golfing.
Nate Fikse serves as the Field Director for Northwestern Mutual Castle Rock. In his role, Nate is responsible for the client relations and business operations of the Castle Rock office. He also runs his own practice as a Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual. Nate’s passion is to help others overcome obstacles...
Nate Fikse serves as the Field Director for Northwestern Mutual Castle Rock. In his role, Nate is responsible for the client relations and business operations of the Castle Rock office. He also runs his own practice as a Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual. Nate’s passion is to help others overcome obstacles and empower them to achieve their full potential. Nate graduated from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Nate is a former NFL player with the San Francisco 49ers, The New Orleans Saints and The Amsterdam Admirals in NFLE. After football, Nate led an Asset Management firm in Los Angeles. He holds the following designations: CLU®, CLF® and ChFC®. Nate serves on the Board of Directors of LEAD OC and UCLA Health Operation Mend. Nate and his wife Pam live in Colorado Springs with daughter Cora (5) and is expecting baby Poppy this fall. He enjoys spending time with family skiing and snowboarding, archery, reading and cooking.
Chelsea Wallace
Chief Operating Officer
Chelsea Wallace is the Chief Operating Officer for Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. In her role, Chelsea oversees operations management for the Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs network office, and district and field offices. She also leads the network’s recruitment efforts. The daughter of a Navy Fighter...
Chelsea Wallace is the Chief Operating Officer for Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. In her role, Chelsea oversees operations management for the Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs network office, and district and field offices. She also leads the network’s recruitment efforts. The daughter of a Navy Fighter Pilot, Chelsea graduated from the University of Idaho and moved to Colorado Springs for an internship opportunity to find and work for a values-driven company. In her 11 years with Northwestern Mutual and with the support of her team, Chelsea has proudly been a part of the #1 Recruiting Office in the Western Region and #1 District Office in the country. Her passion for helping people connect to their life’s work reaches beyond her role as COO of Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. Chelsea is on the board of the UCCS Employer Advisor Committee and a member of the CSU-Pueblo Career Center Advisory Board, Winter Knight Club. She and her husband Glenn have two children.
Nick Cosentino
MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Nick Cosentino serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. In his role, Nick is responsible for the financial operations of Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. Prior to joining Northwestern Mutual, Nick worked as a management consultant supporting ConocoPhillips Alaska and...
Nick Cosentino serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. In his role, Nick is responsible for the financial operations of Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs. Prior to joining Northwestern Mutual, Nick worked as a management consultant supporting ConocoPhillips Alaska and worked for several years in Corporate Finance at Delta Air Lines headquarters. Nick earned his MBA from the University of South Carolina. A finance graduate of Loyola University Maryland, Nick lives in Colorado Springs with his wife and three young children. They enjoy playing sports and hiking in the woods.
Harrison Hunter is passionate about impacting and improving the lives of others. This is reflected both in his commitment to the clients he serves in his own practice as well as the commitment he brings as the College Unit Director for the Colorado Springs internship program. Harrison’s passion for the internship...
Harrison Hunter is passionate about impacting and improving the lives of others. This is reflected both in his commitment to the clients he serves in his own practice as well as the commitment he brings as the College Unit Director for the Colorado Springs internship program. Harrison’s passion for the internship program comes from his background as a college athlete and a Northwestern Mutual intern himself. Harrison graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder as an economics major and went on to receive his MBA from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Harrison is a Colorado native and still coaches high school football at his old high school and serves on several boards in Colorado Springs.
Nate Samuel is a Colorado Springs native. With a business and culinary background, Nate joined Northwestern Mutual in 2014. In his role, he serves as a Financial Advisor and a Growth and Development Director. He is dedicated to serving his clients and mentoring and developing new advisors in the office and surrounding...
Nate Samuel is a Colorado Springs native. With a business and culinary background, Nate joined Northwestern Mutual in 2014. In his role, he serves as a Financial Advisor and a Growth and Development Director. He is dedicated to serving his clients and mentoring and developing new advisors in the office and surrounding areas. Nate is married with three children. Outside the office, Nate enjoys snowboarding, collector cars, building projects and doing all the fun things that toddlers love to do.
Kristi Richardson
Director of Training and Development
Kristi Richardson serves as the Director of Training and Development for the Colorado Springs network office and is on the Executive Leadership Team. She has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2014. Kristi is committed to the growth and development of new advisors and is energized by forming relationships and...
Kristi Richardson serves as the Director of Training and Development for the Colorado Springs network office and is on the Executive Leadership Team. She has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2014. Kristi is committed to the growth and development of new advisors and is energized by forming relationships and coaching new Financial Representatives to achieve their highest potential. Kristi is a graduate of Kansas State University and has called Colorado home since 2008. She lives with her husband, Scott and their two young children, Graeme and Greta. They enjoy a variety of outdoor Colorado activities as a family.
Ashley Palace
Recruiter
Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ashley Palace received a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communication from Valparaiso University. She leads full-time recruitment initiatives in the office and collaborates with development efforts to bring in the highest caliber of people to the Northwestern Mutual...
Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ashley Palace received a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communication from Valparaiso University. She leads full-time recruitment initiatives in the office and collaborates with development efforts to bring in the highest caliber of people to the Northwestern Mutual Colorado Springs team. She and her team work diligently alongside top financial representatives to both attract and develop top talent from a variety of industries and service backgrounds including military, banking, athletic careers, law and hospitality. Ashley is energized by interactions with hard-working, ambitious and genuine individuals who are as excited as she is to be a vital part of a growing firm.
Jules Graham
Campus Recruiter
With a deep passion for connecting with others, Jules Graham is the Campus Recruiter for the Colorado Springs network office. Her primary role is to recruit for the year-round internship and facilitate a successful program where each student gains experience and a higher understanding of the financial services...
With a deep passion for connecting with others, Jules Graham is the Campus Recruiter for the Colorado Springs network office. Her primary role is to recruit for the year-round internship and facilitate a successful program where each student gains experience and a higher understanding of the financial services career, building relationships and learning more about themselves. Jules is an Air Force brat, growing up primarily in Fairfax, VA. She attended James Madison University where she earned a degree in the School of Media Arts and Design. Jules enjoys traveling with her fiancé Connor, taking their dog to the park and watching movies.
Scott Richardson joined Northwestern Mutual in 2019 and is the College Unit Director for the Colorado Spring Northgate office. A graduate of the University of Kansas, Scott spent 12 years working in collegiate and professional football. Scott transitioned to a career as a Financial Advisor with a strong desire...
Scott Richardson joined Northwestern Mutual in 2019 and is the College Unit Director for the Colorado Spring Northgate office. A graduate of the University of Kansas, Scott spent 12 years working in collegiate and professional football. Scott transitioned to a career as a Financial Advisor with a strong desire to help others discover what is possible, create a road map for success and achieve their financial goals. Scott’s clientele ranges from military officers, families and young medical professionals. He and his wife Kristi are originally from Kansas and have two children, Graeme and Greta Jane.