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Get to know our leadership team
Leadership at the Poughkeepsie office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Kevin began his career with Northwestern Mutual in 2012, and currently holds a dual role as both a Wealth Management Advisor and a member of the Poughkeepsie Office leadership team as a Managing Director. Kevin and his wife are both from the Dutchess County area. They married in 2014 and have two sons.
Alessandro Tronco
CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®, CASL®
Managing Partner
Alex was born in Sicily in 1974 and came to the United States when he was 8 years old. He attended Colonie High School and then Siena College, where he graduated in 1997 with a degree in Business Administration, with a specialty in Marketing. Alex began his business as a Financial Representative after graduation....
Alex was born in Sicily in 1974 and came to the United States when he was 8 years old. He attended Colonie High School and then Siena College, where he graduated in 1997 with a degree in Business Administration, with a specialty in Marketing. Alex began his business as a Financial Representative after graduation. He has met rigorous professional standards and achieved the highest designations in our industry, including CFP®, CLU®, ChFC® and CASL®. In 2009 Alex was selected as one of the company's youngest Managing Partners, where he continues to demonstrate a capacity for inspiring and enabling his staff and expert team of financial representatives towards success. His office has been named in the top 6 for Financial Planning and Wealth Management Firms in the Capital Region, as well as the number one Internship Program in the Capital Region by the Albany Business Review.
Will serves as both a Financial Advisor and Growth and Development Director, where he provides support in developing others into the Financial Representative role. As a Financial Advisor himself, Will works with his clients to develop a personal financial plan, no matter what their goals are. He a lifelong resident...
Will serves as both a Financial Advisor and Growth and Development Director, where he provides support in developing others into the Financial Representative role. As a Financial Advisor himself, Will works with his clients to develop a personal financial plan, no matter what their goals are. He a lifelong resident of the Hudson Valley, striving to support his community and the lives of those who contribute to this great place he calls home. He always works hard to develop relationships based on trust and integrity.
“I will positively impact the lives of every client and potential client that comes into my life, creating a resounding echo in the lives of their families, through building generational Financial Security.” Our firm works specifically with Cintas Partners, Fortune 500 Executives, and Small Business Own...
“I will positively impact the lives of every client and potential client that comes into my life, creating a resounding echo in the lives of their families, through building generational Financial Security.” Our firm works specifically with Cintas Partners, Fortune 500 Executives, and Small Business Owners.
Araea Minnow
Executive Director of Recruitment
Araea Minnow joined Northwestern Mutual in 2019 and currently serves as Executive Director of Recruitment for the Mid-Hudson District Office with the Tronco Network. Araea oversees the recruitment and interview process with the firm. She has seen enormous growth within the Mid-Hudson office of NM, and her vision...
Araea Minnow joined Northwestern Mutual in 2019 and currently serves as Executive Director of Recruitment for the Mid-Hudson District Office with the Tronco Network. Araea oversees the recruitment and interview process with the firm. She has seen enormous growth within the Mid-Hudson office of NM, and her vision is to continue to make the connection between people and this life changing career.
James Wong
Director of Operations & Development
James serves as the Director of Development for the Poughkeepsie office – responsible for training, developing, and mentoring new advisors. He also serves as a Lead Financial Representative to Managing Director, Kevin Caccomo. James is dedicated to the people he coaches to maximize their full potential. As for...
James serves as the Director of Development for the Poughkeepsie office – responsible for training, developing, and mentoring new advisors. He also serves as a Lead Financial Representative to Managing Director, Kevin Caccomo. James is dedicated to the people he coaches to maximize their full potential. As for his clients – he aims to guide them towards achieving their financial goals while leading with integrity, passion, and trust. James resides in Ulster County, NY with his wife and 3 children.