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Get to know our leadership team
Leadership at the Fort Myers and Naples office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Jesse is the Managing Director of Northwestern Mutual in Fort Myers, FL. He is a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University. Jesse started his career with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern in 2007. Since then, Jesse has held the positions of Financial Representative, College Unit Director, Field Director,...
Jesse is the Managing Director of Northwestern Mutual in Fort Myers, FL. He is a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University. Jesse started his career with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern in 2007. Since then, Jesse has held the positions of Financial Representative, College Unit Director, Field Director, Director of Development, and Chief Development Officer, before taking on the role of Managing Director in 2023. On February 1, 2023 Jesse opened a new Northwestern Mutual office in Naples, Florida! Jesse is proud to serve the community in Fort Myers, Naples, and all of southwest Florida.
Andrew Laforce joined Northwestern Mutual as a career changer in 2010 and has an amazing career. He currently is a Financial Advisor and a Field Director. Andrew is married to Lauren, they have two boys and loves hanging out with their family and friends. Andrew is originally from upstate New York and is an...
Andrew Laforce joined Northwestern Mutual as a career changer in 2010 and has an amazing career. He currently is a Financial Advisor and a Field Director. Andrew is married to Lauren, they have two boys and loves hanging out with their family and friends. Andrew is originally from upstate New York and is an avid Buffalo Bills fan. Andrew loves what he does for a living, serving clients out of our Ft Myers office!
Chad is from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and is a graduate of Marquette University! Chad joined Northwestern Mutual in 2016. A lot of financial advisors focus on income. I’m more interested in your outcome. As a married father of two young adults and a former business owner, there is a strong chance I can relate...
Chad is from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and is a graduate of Marquette University! Chad joined Northwestern Mutual in 2016. A lot of financial advisors focus on income. I’m more interested in your outcome. As a married father of two young adults and a former business owner, there is a strong chance I can relate to the challenges you face protecting your family, saving for retirement or preparing for your children’s college education. Let’s have a discussion regarding tax-efficient ways to accomplish these goals.
Mary Schneider
Office Manager
Mary has been with Northwestern Mutual since the late 1980s, joining our company right after college. Mary has worked for Northwestern Mutual in Michigan, as well as Ft Myers, Florida! Mary is our Office Manager and helps new financial representatives in their development and training of building their business....
Mary has been with Northwestern Mutual since the late 1980s, joining our company right after college. Mary has worked for Northwestern Mutual in Michigan, as well as Ft Myers, Florida! Mary is our Office Manager and helps new financial representatives in their development and training of building their business. Mary has three children, and enjoys watching her son play football, hanging out with family and friends, and enjoys the beach and local concerts.
Ian Ackerman joined Northwestern Mutual in 2015 while attending Florida Gulf Coast University as a college agent. After a successful internship, Ian joined Northwestern Mutual as a Full Time Financial Representative. Since then, Ian has qualified to become a Financial Advisor and our College Unit Director, while...
Ian Ackerman joined Northwestern Mutual in 2015 while attending Florida Gulf Coast University as a college agent. After a successful internship, Ian joined Northwestern Mutual as a Full Time Financial Representative. Since then, Ian has qualified to become a Financial Advisor and our College Unit Director, while achieving his CLU and ChFC designations through the American College. Ian is married to Julianna, and they have a daughter, Lily! Ian now serves clients in our Naples office.
Wes Davis started his career with Northwestern Mutual in 2012 as a college intern from Florida Gulf Coast University. Wes has worked in our Fort Myers, Boca Raton, North Miami, and most recently our new Naples office. Wes has a passion for serving his clients, while developing a team of new advisors to positively...
Wes Davis started his career with Northwestern Mutual in 2012 as a college intern from Florida Gulf Coast University. Wes has worked in our Fort Myers, Boca Raton, North Miami, and most recently our new Naples office. Wes has a passion for serving his clients, while developing a team of new advisors to positively impact the community in southwest Florida. Wes is married to his wife Miranda.
Kelly Wright
Director of Financial Representative Support
Kelly joined our team in 2015 and runs the front office for our Fort Myers office, along with under 5-year rep and networking facilitation. Kelly has four children, and loves living in SW Florida.
Jocelyn Baldini
Operations Associate
Jocelyn Baldini is our Operations Specialist in the Naples office. Jocelyn is born and raised in southwest Florida, and has a huge passion for helping people get to where they want to be!
Jake Weisberg joined Northwestern Mutual in 2012 as a Career Changer from the retail management field. Jake is one of leading producers, life specialists and leads a team of young professionals. Jake has many hobbies but loves B-B-Q on his smoker. Jake is married to his wife Jess, and they are expecting their...
Jake Weisberg joined Northwestern Mutual in 2012 as a Career Changer from the retail management field. Jake is one of leading producers, life specialists and leads a team of young professionals. Jake has many hobbies but loves B-B-Q on his smoker. Jake is married to his wife Jess, and they are expecting their first child this winter!