Financial Security
Improving lives through financial security
We exist to help people build financial security today and for years to come. As a mutual company, it's in our DNA.
Read the reportHelping Americans achieve financial security
Every day, our work supports policyowners and clients in growing wealth and protecting what they've worked so hard for. Our comprehensive and time-tested approach to building financial security advances our mission and expands financial access to reach more Americans.
Securing and strengthening financial futures
We approach financial planning differently. We ask deeper questions and listen closely. We bring together an industry-leading combination of trusted advisors, personalized planning, and risk and wealth solutions to strengthen the financial futures of Americans and their loved ones.
We consider both risk management and growth because we believe that a financial plan optimized with insurance, investments, and guaranteed income is the best way to help policyowners and clients reach their goals.1
Partner with usInvesting responsibly for growth
Maximizing long-term value for our policyowners is our first and foremost goal as a mutual company.
Our General Account investment strategy strives to earn superior long-term investment returns while maintaining our unsurpassed financial strength.
Our Impact Investment Fund directs capital to businesses that can create local and national economic benefits. Focus areas include:
- Building safe and thriving communities.
- Driving financial prosperity and reducing socioeconomic disparities.
- Encouraging entrepreneurship and start-up growth.
Northwestern Mutual Future Ventures, our venture capital arm, invests nationally in early-stage startups that align with our strategic business priorities.
Learn more about Future VenturesExpanding financial access
By understanding and connecting with the unique needs and goals of different clients and communities, we aim to expand financial access to more Americans—including people and communities who have been underinsured and left out of financial spaces and conversations.
In its second season, our award-winning podcast, A Better Way to Money, helps people uncover financial blind spots and opportunities, creating a space for open, judgment-free conversations to talk about money and help listeners feel less overwhelmed and more empowered to take action.
Through Northwestern Mutual's Accelerator program, 10 companies are selected each year to participate in an intensive 12-week business training program that covers an expansive range of topics, including financial modeling, compliance, business-to-business sales, and more. Participants also receive a $100,000 investment and coaching from a Northwestern Mutual executive mentor. Find out more.
By partnering with a variety of suppliers and businesses, we help strengthen communities and drive economic growth while contributing to a well-diversified and resilient supply chain. Partner with us.