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News & Events
College Intern Recognized as one of Northwestern Mutual's Top 100 Interns in the Nation
Northwestern Mutual is recognizing Grand Valley State University Sophomore student, Caleb Pols, as one of the company's top interns in the company's entire network of financial representative interns based on production.
Pols ranked 90th among the more than 2,000 interns across the country and is being recognized as an outstanding performer by building a strong practice through delivering consistent quality service to clients.
Northwestern Mutual Leads Best Places to Work Survey
Nov. 09, 2011 - Northwestern Mutual ranks first in its industry and 16th overall among service companies in Selling Power Magazine’s annual “50 Best Companies to Sell For” list, according to the November 2011 issue. This marks the ninth consecutive year that Northwestern Mutual has been named to the list by Selling Power magazine. In 2011, Northwestern Mutual will add 2,000 financial representatives and 2,500 financial representative interns as it seeks to keep pace with increasing consumer demand for financial security. “This survey confirms what we’ve known all along: Northwestern Mutual is a great place to launch and grow a career,” said Todd M. Schoon, CLU, ChFC, JD, executive vice president – agencies. “Helping people achieve financial security through careful planning is one of the most rewarding career paths a person can choose, especially today when so many are looking for guidance. "ArtPrize Meet and Greet: An Afternoon with Abe! Thank you to all those who came by on Saturday to celebrate ArtPrize with us and meet our artist, James Maher! Please come back soon to view photos of the day. Western Michigan Group Financial Representative, Receives Marvin E. Muilenberg, CLU, Distinguished Service Award
Gingras is a Financial Representative at our Traverse City District Office. 2011 Recruiting Goal Announced The Western Michigan Group, Grand Rapids Network Office aims to add 18 financial representatives and 15 financial representative college interns in 2011. The effort is part of the nationwide effort by Northwestern Mutual to recruit more than 2,000 financial representatives and more than 2,500 financial representative college interns in 2011. More Americans are taking action to address their financial needs today, with nearly 70% claiming that "Getting my financial house in order is a priority for me in 2011," according to a December 2010 Harris Interactive survey commissioned by Northwestern Mutual. As a result, Northwestern Mutual is taking active steps to grow its field force to keep pace with the growing demand for financial security guidance, products and services. The Western Michigan Group is adding new qualified financial representatives and interns at a fast pace. If you're interested in this career option and would like to learn more, please check out the "Careers" section of our website. 17 Financial Representatives Qualify for National Quality Award The Western Michigan Group, Grand Rapids Network Office, is pleased to announce that 17 of their Financial Representatives have qualified for the National Quality Award from the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) - Grand Rapids Association. This award recognizes Financial Representatives whose persistency records (or retention of in-force business) indicate competence and dedication to the insurance industry and their clients. For more information, please follow this link to the NAIFA-Michigan Website. The following Representatives have qualified for the National Quality Award:
Jordan Hall
Kurt Van Dyken
Daniel Peterson
Matthew Mollhagen
Neven Fox
Gregory Farr
John Folkert
Lawrence D Bos, Jr.
Daniel Horning
Kuldip Bagga
Ross Hoezee
Timothy Dillon
Donley DeGroot
David Hall
Jerry Schutte
Charles Samfilippo
Gene Gilmore
Mark Staat
James Swanezy
Smith to hold Secretary position for NAIFA's Executive Committee
He has been a member of the Grand Rapids Associaiton of NAIFA for 27 years and has been instrumental in building relationships, providing leadership and representing the insurance and financial advisory business on a continual basis for the past 2 decades.
The Mission of NAIFA is to promote an ethical business environment for those
in the profession of providing financial security to the public and to serve our members through leadership, advocacy, and support of the local associations.
Find more information about Rob and the other newly elected members of NAIFA's Executive Committee at their website: http://www.naifa.org/newsevents/releases/20100914_election.cfm
The Western Michigan Group holds "Down by the River" ArtPrize Meet and Greet
One year after it's inception, ArtPrize took up residence in downtown Grand Rapids. This year, The Western Michigan Group decided to take part in the 18-day event. As a venue for ArtPrize, we had the priveledge of hosting an artist, Joe Krajkiewcz, as well as his art for people to vote on. On October 2nd, The Western Michigan Group hosted a reception for the artist to meet the public and also show off some of his other work. Thank you to all who joined us and supported ArtPrize 2010. We look forward to what ArtPrize will bring to Grand Rapids next year! Senior Financial Representative recognized for lifelong hobby Marking the 100th anniversary of the recreational vehicle, (R.V.) the New York Times featured our own Sr. Financial Representative, Ken Faber. An R.V. enthusiast, Ken has a collection of rare, sometimes one-of-a-kind trailers that he has restored over the years. In some cases Ken has had to buy vintage cars to be able to hitch up his trailers for camping excursions. Find more about Ken and his impressive hobby through this link: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/05/automobiles/05RV.html?_r=1&scp=2&sq=Ken%20Faber&st=cse Network Office Trick-or-Treat Thursday October 28, the Western Michigan Groups Network Office in Grand Rapids hosted, the 1st Annual Office Trick-or-Treat. Financial Representatives, office staff and assistants were encouraged to dress up and to invite their families to come to the office and trick-or-treat through the halls. A great time was had by all!
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