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Leadership at the Philadelphia office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Tony Stanley
CLF®
Managing Partner
Tony launched his career at Northwestern Mutual in 2002 as a Financial Representative with a desire to embark on a career that deeply impacts lives. In 2004, he began his journey in leadership, and served in various leadership capacities for The Washington Group in Washington, DC. Over the years, Tony successfully...
Tony launched his career at Northwestern Mutual in 2002 as a Financial Representative with a desire to embark on a career that deeply impacts lives. In 2004, he began his journey in leadership, and served in various leadership capacities for The Washington Group in Washington, DC. Over the years, Tony successfully led the agency’s recruiting and development team to new heights. In 2015, he was selected to lead the NM Philadelphia agency. As Managing Partner, Tony’s vast leadership experience coupled with his passion for growth and development have created exponential impact on the greater Philadelphia community and the advisors that work within NM Philadelphia’s four local offices.
Alberto Portela joined Northwestern Mutual in April of 2019 following a successful career as an advisor and leader within the industry. Following his transition to Northwestern Mutual, Al was appointed as the Managing Director in South Jersey. As Managing Director, Al is committed to growing a diverse team of...
Alberto Portela joined Northwestern Mutual in April of 2019 following a successful career as an advisor and leader within the industry. Following his transition to Northwestern Mutual, Al was appointed as the Managing Director in South Jersey. As Managing Director, Al is committed to growing a diverse team of advisors and representatives, developing new talent, and creating an environment where passionate people can work in the communities that they serve. Additionally, Alberto finds a great deal of satisfaction in running his own robust advisory practice and helping his clients achieve their goals. Alberto attended Mount St. Mary’s College in Emmitsburg, MD where obtained his Bachelor’s Degree. Alberto is a native of the Greater Philadelphia area and he and his wife Katie live in South Jersey with their two children.
As Managing Director and Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual Philadelphia, Joe leads the Radnor District Office in the growth of the financial professional team. Throughout the greater Philadelphia area, Joe strives to make an impact on his community both alongside clients as well as introducing top talent...
As Managing Director and Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual Philadelphia, Joe leads the Radnor District Office in the growth of the financial professional team. Throughout the greater Philadelphia area, Joe strives to make an impact on his community both alongside clients as well as introducing top talent to the career of a lifetime. After earning his degree with Villanova University, Joe began his career in the finance industry as an Advisor and deepened his experience in the field over the past two decades. He found his passion for leadership and development and am committed to the success of growing our district office in Radnor.
Rebecca Weaver
CLF®
Director of Development
Rebecca Weaver serves as our Director of Training and Development and oversees our agency’s Financial Planning Services and Client Relations Center. In her vital leadership role, she is focused on the growth, development, and performance of under 5-year advisors while working in concert with our leadership team....
Rebecca Weaver serves as our Director of Training and Development and oversees our agency’s Financial Planning Services and Client Relations Center. In her vital leadership role, she is focused on the growth, development, and performance of under 5-year advisors while working in concert with our leadership team. Rebecca’s passion for identifying the best in others and working side by side with them to achieve their desired result began in her earlier career as a licensed therapist. Rebecca achieved her master’s degree from the University of Maryland and her bachelor’s degree from the University of Richmond. As a busy and caring mom, Rebecca resides with her two daughters, Charlotte and Adalynn, in the Greater Philadelphia area.
James is a College Unit Director and Financial Advisor. As a Temple University graduate, James joined Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Representative in 2017 and now leads the College Unit today. A dedicated advisor with a passion for lifelong learning, James believes in building enduring relationships with...
James is a College Unit Director and Financial Advisor. As a Temple University graduate, James joined Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Representative in 2017 and now leads the College Unit today. A dedicated advisor with a passion for lifelong learning, James believes in building enduring relationships with each client so that he can help find the right solutions for their personal, family, or business needs. His ultimate goal is to provide expert guidance to clients for a lifetime of financial security.
Grant and his team are focused on building everlasting relationships with clients built on trust and expert guidance for a lifetime of financial security. Grant helps people create financial clarity in a complex world by protecting what is most important to them, strategically building wealth, and incorporating...
Grant and his team are focused on building everlasting relationships with clients built on trust and expert guidance for a lifetime of financial security. Grant helps people create financial clarity in a complex world by protecting what is most important to them, strategically building wealth, and incorporating tax efficient strategies in the financial planning process. Grant has personal experience working as a player personnel assistant in the football world and family ties to the medical industry. As a result of understanding their incredibly busy and dynamic lives, he enjoys spending time with people in those fields to help them create clarity around their financial future. As a Growth & Development Director, he shares the gift of the career and is growing a team of advisors in the Philadelphia network office. He is focused on attracting and building a team of frontline leaders committed to purposeful impact and a growth mindset to best serve the Greater Philadelphia area.
