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Get to know our leadership team
Leadership at the Houston office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
Jeff Reeter
CLU®
Managing Partner
Jeff D. Reeter leads the Houston Network Office as Managing Partner. The Texas Financial Group’s territory includes the southern half of Texas. Currently, there are offices in the greater Houston area in the Galleria, The Woodlands and West Houston, as well as College Station. Jeff’s leadership in the Houston...
Jeff D. Reeter leads the Houston Network Office as Managing Partner. The Texas Financial Group’s territory includes the southern half of Texas. Currently, there are offices in the greater Houston area in the Galleria, The Woodlands and West Houston, as well as College Station. Jeff’s leadership in the Houston Network Office gained notoriety upon winning the Northwestern Mutual Achievement Award. Additionally, the Texas Financial Group has won numerous Growth Awards over the years. Jeff and his wife, Cindy, have three grown sons, Chad, Ryan, and Cody. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys reading as well as outdoor adventure, hiking, fishing, and hunting. He is an active leader in his church, and seeks to engage through serving his community and country.
William Snow
CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Tommy joined the Houston network office of Northwestern Mutual as CFO in 2007. Previously he directed the Capital Policy Division at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency in Washington, DC and represented the OCC in working groups and task forces of the Basel Committee of the Bank for International Settlements....
Tommy joined the Houston network office of Northwestern Mutual as CFO in 2007. Previously he directed the Capital Policy Division at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency in Washington, DC and represented the OCC in working groups and task forces of the Basel Committee of the Bank for International Settlements. Prior to that he specialized in bank taxation and regulatory affairs at Ernst & Young in Dallas and New York City. Tommy is a graduate of Baylor University. He and his wife Mary Jane have two grown children.
Rebecca Holloway
Chief Operating Officer
Rebecca is the Chief Operating Officer for the Houston Network office of Northwestern Mutual, overseeing five district offices and managing the day to day operations of a 200 plus team. She is responsible for training and development with sales staff, strategic planning, employee relations and client relations,...
Rebecca is the Chief Operating Officer for the Houston Network office of Northwestern Mutual, overseeing five district offices and managing the day to day operations of a 200 plus team. She is responsible for training and development with sales staff, strategic planning, employee relations and client relations, as well as retention. Rebecca is a driven and an innovative thinker, continuously looking for new ways to support and motivate the financial representatives. Prior to joining Northwestern Mutual in 2006, Rebecca oversaw international business development for a large industrial plastics company in Mexico City. She managed contract negotiations and large machinery purchases. Her experience with international business relations prepared her for her current position, specifically understanding the importance of supporting the representatives to develop long lasting client relationships.
Megan Stoddard
Chief Marketing Officer
Megan joined Northwestern Mutual in 2016. She is a creative and innovative thinker with 15+ years of management and execution experience. As CMO for Northwestern Mutual – Greater Houston, Megan oversees local marketing and brand promotion efforts including digital outreach, public relations, social media, marketing...
Megan joined Northwestern Mutual in 2016. She is a creative and innovative thinker with 15+ years of management and execution experience. As CMO for Northwestern Mutual – Greater Houston, Megan oversees local marketing and brand promotion efforts including digital outreach, public relations, social media, marketing training, internal communications, community engagement and event management. Additionally, she oversees all the creative and graphic design for the company. She works with the agency’s top Financial Advisors to create and implement marketing plans which support their overall goals and enhance their branding and promotional strategies. Megan resides in the Houston Heights with her husband, Michael and their dog, Parker and cat, Watson. Together, they are passionate about volunteering and supporting the Periwinkle Foundation. Megan enjoys staying active with early morning runs and Pilates. Outside of the office she loves to cook, entertain, travel and explore new places.
Shannon Goode
Director of Client Experience
Shannon is the Director of Client Experience for the Houston Network Office of Northwestern Mutual. She joined our team in 2007 and has built a record of achieving growth results for our clients, advisors and our firm. Shannon is skilled in coaching, organization, and field force development with a track record...
Shannon is the Director of Client Experience for the Houston Network Office of Northwestern Mutual. She joined our team in 2007 and has built a record of achieving growth results for our clients, advisors and our firm. Shannon is skilled in coaching, organization, and field force development with a track record of achieving sales results in addition to client retention. As Director of Client Experience, she designs client experience for our future clients. Shannon works with team members to create smooth, consistent, and efficient work flows, as well as business development, managing the Resource Operations side of our organization.
Shane Frugé joined Northwestern Mutual in 1993. He served as the Disability Insurance Specialist for south Texas for many years, and is now the Managing Director of Northwestern Mutual - The Woodlands. While overseeing recruitment, development and business operations, he also continues to work with many new...
Shane Frugé joined Northwestern Mutual in 1993. He served as the Disability Insurance Specialist for south Texas for many years, and is now the Managing Director of Northwestern Mutual - The Woodlands. While overseeing recruitment, development and business operations, he also continues to work with many new and existing clients to create financial security for their families.
Casey Wright is the Managing Director for Northwestern Mutual in College Station, Texas. He began his career as a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual in 2000 in Fort Worth, Texas and in 2016 was named Managing Director of the College Station office. Throughout his career at Northwestern, Casey...
Casey Wright is the Managing Director for Northwestern Mutual in College Station, Texas. He began his career as a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual in 2000 in Fort Worth, Texas and in 2016 was named Managing Director of the College Station office. Throughout his career at Northwestern, Casey has focused on growth and education. He provides expertise in the areas of Business, Investment and Insurance Planning.
David grew up in West Houston. He graduated from Stratford High School and then attended the University of Houston while working full time for Sterling Bank in their credit department. David spent several years in the banking, mortgage and software business before pursuing a life-long passion of financial services....
David grew up in West Houston. He graduated from Stratford High School and then attended the University of Houston while working full time for Sterling Bank in their credit department. David spent several years in the banking, mortgage and software business before pursuing a life-long passion of financial services. Six years after joining Northwestern Mutual, David was asked to take a leadership position within the company and become a District Manager. In November 2016, the Northwestern Mutual West District Office of Houston was finally opened in the energy corridor with David as the Managing Director. David married his best friend, Hailey in 2012 and they have three beautiful children; Winnie, Hudson and Grady. Together they currently reside in West Houston.
Cody Vidrine
Director of Development
A proud native of Louisiana, Cody is from Opelousas and a ULL Ragin’ Cajun graduate. He moved to Houston in 2021 with his wife, Becca, and handsome son, Robbie. The three of them love to travel together, host gatherings for friends and family, and embrace the joy of each day. After 7 years as Financial Advisor,...
A proud native of Louisiana, Cody is from Opelousas and a ULL Ragin’ Cajun graduate. He moved to Houston in 2021 with his wife, Becca, and handsome son, Robbie. The three of them love to travel together, host gatherings for friends and family, and embrace the joy of each day. After 7 years as Financial Advisor, Cody shifted roles to help lead development and coaching strategies with young advisors.
Larielle Buckner
Director of Training
Larielle grew up in Richmond, Texas and graduated from George Ranch High School. She then attended The University of Houston and received a BBA in Finance. She joined Northwestern Mutual in 2019 as an intern. Larielle is now the Director of Training for Northwestern Mutual – Greater Houston and is responsible...
Larielle grew up in Richmond, Texas and graduated from George Ranch High School. She then attended The University of Houston and received a BBA in Finance. She joined Northwestern Mutual in 2019 as an intern. Larielle is now the Director of Training for Northwestern Mutual – Greater Houston and is responsible for the training and development of the financial representatives during their first year.