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Leadership at the Rosemont office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
By remaining true to the values of integrity, growth, accountability and impact, Tom's leadership is recognized. Tom joined Northwestern Mutual Chicago after graduating from Marquette University in 1995. His leadership path started as a Field Director in 2000. Just three years later, he was named a Managing Director....
By remaining true to the values of integrity, growth, accountability and impact, Tom's leadership is recognized. Tom joined Northwestern Mutual Chicago after graduating from Marquette University in 1995. His leadership path started as a Field Director in 2000. Just three years later, he was named a Managing Director. In 2004 he was asked to expand the firm’s presence in Chicago's O'Hare region. In 2018, he relocated his expanding team to Rosemont. As a private wealth advisor, he has found a genuine desire to guide persons with a loved one who has special needs. Leading the Canale Financial Group, a founding member of the Private Client Group, his team embraces comprehensive financial planning, specializing in the complex and unique needs that come with more wealth. Tom's growth mindset has led him to the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional, Chartered Special Needs Consultant®, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Chartered Life Underwriter® designations.
Diane Vollmert
Executive Assistant
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Mary Kate Dischler
Talent Acquisition Specialist
As a Talent Selection Leader, Mary Kate introduces career changers to opportunities where their ambition and drive meet impact and purpose. Her vision is to build a diverse and inclusive team that empowers women to thrive and lead. Mary Kate started her career as a marketing and campus recruiting intern in the...
As a Talent Selection Leader, Mary Kate introduces career changers to opportunities where their ambition and drive meet impact and purpose. Her vision is to build a diverse and inclusive team that empowers women to thrive and lead. Mary Kate started her career as a marketing and campus recruiting intern in the Northwestern Mutual Middleton, Wisconsin office. Upon graduating from Edgewood College with a degree in Mass Communication and Media Studies, she honed her skills in technology, marketing and sales recruiting before joining Northwestern Mutual Chicago, Rosemont in 2023.
Eliud Gonzalez
Director of Internship Development
Nikoletta Ahlstrand
Campus Recruiter
Christine Jacinto
Recruitment Coordinator