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Get to know our leadership team
Leadership at the Chicago office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
![Trent Mausser - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/23149378/e6930d49-fe79-40c4-864d-c2656d6778ab.jpg)
In 2001, Trent began his career as a College Financial Representative while attending the University of Northern Iowa. He graduated in 2002 with a BS in Finance and moved to Chicagoland to begin his full-time career as a Financial Representative. Trent’s vision is to maintain a balance of impacting lives through...
In 2001, Trent began his career as a College Financial Representative while attending the University of Northern Iowa. He graduated in 2002 with a BS in Finance and moved to Chicagoland to begin his full-time career as a Financial Representative. Trent’s vision is to maintain a balance of impacting lives through his own practice, while consistently bringing in new talent to represent the company and community that we serve. Trent is married to Shea and they reside in Park Ridge, IL with their three daughters, Reece, Claire, and Lauren. They are avid golfers, boaters, and travelers.
![Stephanie Serati - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/87699996/c3b83396-a2f9-4c8c-bb1c-1a3c83c5ff2b.jpg)
Stephanie Serati
Director of Operations and Client Service
![Evan Trychta - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/69130289/29ef2e68-8395-4dc1-4880-a1b9418afa5b.jpg)
Evan Trychta
Sales Execution Team Associate
Evan has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2021. His role on the team involves supporting advisors in the management of client accounts.
![Julia Johnson - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/87784596/82f0a7e7-8772-4279-53f5-a6f0858cc3d3.jpg)
Julia Johnson
Recruiter
Julia is an extension of our firm's culture throughout the selection process. She works with individuals to help identify their goals and introduce them to what it means to be a Financial Advisor. Julia also works as a Distribution Officer and partners with the Managing Director to assist with the communication...
Julia is an extension of our firm's culture throughout the selection process. She works with individuals to help identify their goals and introduce them to what it means to be a Financial Advisor. Julia also works as a Distribution Officer and partners with the Managing Director to assist with the communication and execution of the office’s internship program, recruiting efforts, development and leadership initiatives. Julia graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a double degree in Clinical Psychology and Communications with a minor in Spanish. In her free time, she enjoys yoga, hiking, baking, and traveling.
![Madeline Clark - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/87814315/02878a1c-79bd-4d55-53d7-fe37f8058632.jpg)
Madeline Clark
Campus Recruiter
As a Campus Recruiter for Northwestern Mutual Chicagoland, Maddie oversees the selection process for students who are eager to discover what a career in financial services entails. She aims to connect with driven self-starters. Maddie graduated from Northern Illinois University with a B.A. in Psychology. She calls...
As a Campus Recruiter for Northwestern Mutual Chicagoland, Maddie oversees the selection process for students who are eager to discover what a career in financial services entails. She aims to connect with driven self-starters. Maddie graduated from Northern Illinois University with a B.A. in Psychology. She calls Elgin, IL home with her family and Goldendoodle, Ivy. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, going to concerts, and trying new restaurants.
![Zachary Joseph - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/85590461/e129cae1-b6c7-4fc4-839b-cd72c2d2cd5d.jpg)
Proud Chicagoan and University of Missouri Graduate. Zach serves our Chicago office by leading and mentoring a group of Financial Representatives. He also specializes in helping young professionals and young families by creating holistic and comprehensive financial plans. Specializing in working with medical professionals,...
Proud Chicagoan and University of Missouri Graduate. Zach serves our Chicago office by leading and mentoring a group of Financial Representatives. He also specializes in helping young professionals and young families by creating holistic and comprehensive financial plans. Specializing in working with medical professionals, some areas of expertise include: tax efficient wealth accumulation, risk management, education planning, major purchase planning and everything in between.
![Cassy Wilber - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/87812155/bb76a7d7-c4ad-4e7a-4d00-f3e5fcdefbce.jpg)
Cassy mentors College Financial Representatives to help them build their business. As a former member of the Northwestern Mutual internship program she knows how rewarding experience can be and she wants to help current interns make the most of their time with the firm.