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Leadership at the Toledo office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Brian Kurtz is a Wealth Management Advisor & Managing Director of Northwestern Mutual's Toledo Office. As a Wealth Management Advisor, his practice brings clients closer to their financial goals, fostering stability, and nurturing generational wealth. Brian cultivates comprehensive relationships with his clients,...
Brian Kurtz is a Wealth Management Advisor & Managing Director of Northwestern Mutual's Toledo Office. As a Wealth Management Advisor, his practice brings clients closer to their financial goals, fostering stability, and nurturing generational wealth. Brian cultivates comprehensive relationships with his clients, colleagues, associates, and community. His dedication extends to advancing the Toledo District through Northwestern Mutual's nationally ranked internship program and piloting new advisors’ careers. Through Brian’s 18+ years of tenure with Northwestern Mutual, he has established his longevity and commitment to give daily security to his staff, associates, advisors, clients, and community. Brian holds designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) and Certified Long-Term Care (CLTC), SIE, Series 6, 63, 7, and 26. Brian earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance, with a minor in Law, from Miami University.
Ashley Roytek
CLF®
Director of Operations
Ashley joined Northwestern Mutual in 2010 and has had the opportunity to play many important roles within the organization. She is passionate about the strength of the company and Northwestern Mutual's commitment to its clients, as well as its ability to offer high quality financial solutions and career opportunities....
Ashley joined Northwestern Mutual in 2010 and has had the opportunity to play many important roles within the organization. She is passionate about the strength of the company and Northwestern Mutual's commitment to its clients, as well as its ability to offer high quality financial solutions and career opportunities. As Director of Operations, Ashley oversees the district operations to achieve the highest levels of productivity and profitability. As part of the Executive Leadership Team, she anticipates the needs of the office, strategically plans for its development, recommends necessary changes, and takes independent action within areas of authority. In 2013, Ashley was awarded Northwestern Mutual's "Commitment to Excellence" Award, one of only 80 recipients nationally. She earned a Chartered Leadership Fellow® (CLF®) designation in 2018, holds her Life, Accident, and Health License, and is a 2022 Graduate of Northwestern Mutual's prestigious Women's Leadership Program (WLP).
Kara Guitteau
Director of Recruitment
Kara, a native of Toledo, joined our firm in 2022, bringing with her a solid background of five years in talent recruitment and acquisition. She holds a BA from the University of Toledo, graduating in 2019. Kara's genuine passion lies in facilitating meaningful connections among individuals and enlightening them...
Kara, a native of Toledo, joined our firm in 2022, bringing with her a solid background of five years in talent recruitment and acquisition. She holds a BA from the University of Toledo, graduating in 2019. Kara's genuine passion lies in facilitating meaningful connections among individuals and enlightening them on the abundant opportunities for success and fulfillment that a career with Northwestern Mutual can provide.
As a Toledo area native, Mike specializes in comprehensive financial planning for hardworking individuals, families, and businesses in the NW Ohio area. He works with clients to provide an experience that's motivating, intelligible, and transparent to create a long-term financial game plan that manages wealth,...
As a Toledo area native, Mike specializes in comprehensive financial planning for hardworking individuals, families, and businesses in the NW Ohio area. He works with clients to provide an experience that's motivating, intelligible, and transparent to create a long-term financial game plan that manages wealth, mitigates risk, and saves money in a tax efficient manner. His dedication extends to advancing the Toledo District through Northwestern Mutual's nationally ranked internship program and pilot new advisors’ careers. Through Mike’s tenure with Northwestern Mutual as a college intern, financial advisor, and college unit director, he has established his longevity and commitment to give daily security to his staff, associates, advisors, clients, and community. Mike has designations of Series 6 and 63. He holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Toledo.
Jonathon has been with Northwestern Mutual since May of 2019. He started as a college intern and finished as the National College Intern Runner-Up. Jonathon is a local product and graduated from the University of Toledo in May of 2021. Upon turning full-time in June of 2021, he finished number 12 in the National...
Jonathon has been with Northwestern Mutual since May of 2019. He started as a college intern and finished as the National College Intern Runner-Up. Jonathon is a local product and graduated from the University of Toledo in May of 2021. Upon turning full-time in June of 2021, he finished number 12 in the National Mike Gish Competition for former interns in their first full-time year. Jonathon is passionate about helping his clients achieve financial security and reduce the financial stresses people have. He is also passionate about giving back, which is why he now helps mentor our up-and-coming college interns. In his spare time, he is a huge sports fan and avid traveler.