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people first.
Get to know our leadership team
Leadership at the Reston office is dedicated to doing good for our clients, employees and community.
![Eric Retzlaff - Northwestern Mutual headshot](https://media.northwesternmutual.com/images/field/person/87706019/22028379-e7ed-418e-5a25-de70ede52330.jpg)
Originally from the Midwest, I moved to Northern Virginia to grow my business with Northwestern Mutual. My focus is on helping individuals, families and small businesses create strong financial plans to help meet their goals and ensure their future success. In my free time, I enjoy traveling with my wife and three...
Originally from the Midwest, I moved to Northern Virginia to grow my business with Northwestern Mutual. My focus is on helping individuals, families and small businesses create strong financial plans to help meet their goals and ensure their future success. In my free time, I enjoy traveling with my wife and three kids, cooking, volunteering in the community, and supporting the Milwaukee Bucks.
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Holly Thomas
Executive Assistant
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Dawson Nalette
Planning Assistant
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Jenny Tran
Office Manager