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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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Alison Ashley
Growth and Marketing Associate
Eliud Gonzalez
Director of Internship Development

Kelsey Conway
Campus Recruiter

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