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Get to know our leadership team
Leadership at the Florham Park office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Matthew Holleran
Managing Partner
Matt joined Northwestern Mutual in 2002 because he saw the Company and the people who represented it be successful, strong relationship-builders, who always wanted to grow while maintaining a high standard of ethics. He values impact and legacy and sees his role as the Managing Partner as an opportunity to build...
Matt joined Northwestern Mutual in 2002 because he saw the Company and the people who represented it be successful, strong relationship-builders, who always wanted to grow while maintaining a high standard of ethics. He values impact and legacy and sees his role as the Managing Partner as an opportunity to build courage in his team who then encourage courageous conversations with their clients about their financial futures. Matt loves seeing people develop personally and professionally and the wins that come as result of that. His focus is to attract individuals who align with his team’s mission and values. Matt lives in Morristown with his wife, Athena and their two daughters Christianna & Valetina. In his free time, Matt enjoys working out, cooking and spending time with his family.
As the Managing Director for Northwestern Mutual - White Plains, NY, Cody Dolly helps lead a prestigious group of veteran Financial Advisors, as well as overseeing the recruiting and development of under 5 year financial representatives. Our financial representatives develop enduring relationships with clients...
As the Managing Director for Northwestern Mutual - White Plains, NY, Cody Dolly helps lead a prestigious group of veteran Financial Advisors, as well as overseeing the recruiting and development of under 5 year financial representatives. Our financial representatives develop enduring relationships with clients by providing expert guidance for a lifetime of financial security. They work with clients to identify their definitions of financial security and then focus on solutions that can help make those financial goals a reality. Cody was born and raised in the New York Adirondack area. He now enjoys living in Stamford, CT. He has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2002. He likes to stay active as an Ironman triathlete and a marathon runner. In addition he enjoys travel, volunteering, trying new restaurants and spending time with friends and family.
Theresa Gallo
Director of Supervision
Terry began her career with Northwestern Mutual in 2006. She was hired to manage the Investment Operation’s Department, and served on the Investment Operations Advisory Committee for the Eastern Region. Her main focus now is in the Account/Finance area while maintaining involvement in Investment Operations...
Terry began her career with Northwestern Mutual in 2006. She was hired to manage the Investment Operation’s Department, and served on the Investment Operations Advisory Committee for the Eastern Region. Her main focus now is in the Account/Finance area while maintaining involvement in Investment Operations and Compliance. Terry attended Union College and graduated from Stafford Hall School of Business. Terry holds her FINRA securities licenses 7, 63, 66, 24, 9 and 10, and NJ State Life and Health Insurance.
Eli Ramos
Chief of Staff
Eli Ramos joined Northwestern Mutual in June of 2018. She started her career with the Holleran Financial Group as our Managing Partner’s Executive Assistant and with the support and development from the leadership team, became the Chief of Staff in November 2022. Her main focus is the implementation and management...
Eli Ramos joined Northwestern Mutual in June of 2018. She started her career with the Holleran Financial Group as our Managing Partner’s Executive Assistant and with the support and development from the leadership team, became the Chief of Staff in November 2022. Her main focus is the implementation and management of the firm’s initiatives and strategy. She also is passionate about attracting individuals who align with the office’s culture and mission. Eli comes from an extensive background in event planning & office management. She loves owning our culture events to bring our teams together. Eli attended The King’s College in New York City and graduated with a Media, Culture & Arts degree. Eli holds her NJ State Life and Health Insurance licenses. She currently resides in Whippany, NJ with her husband, Daniel Bulay and their dog, Angus.
Paul Ditri
Director of Planning and Development
Paul began his career with Northwestern Mutual in April of 2018. He was hired as a Technology Consultant, but soon became a Sr. Technology Productivity Coach. With Paul’s passion for helping people, he transitioned his focus to the business side and took the role as the Director of Planning and Development...
Paul began his career with Northwestern Mutual in April of 2018. He was hired as a Technology Consultant, but soon became a Sr. Technology Productivity Coach. With Paul’s passion for helping people, he transitioned his focus to the business side and took the role as the Director of Planning and Development in July of 2022. His main objective is to develop new Financial Representatives on their path to become career Financial Advisors. He also oversees the Financial Planning Department, the Sales Execution Team and Technology for the Holleran Network Office. Paul lives with his wife Jessey, son Paul and their cats Penne and Ravioli in Gillette, NJ.