Associates

Our financial representatives are the face of our organization. They not only represent the Northwestern Mutual, but they also represent the best interests of their clients. We are proud of their accomplishments, share in their enthusiasm and drive, and help motivate them to achieve the highest level of excellence.

Richard W Chenault, CLU®, ChFC®

Financial Representative

Nicole Holland

Field Director

She began her career with Northwestern Mutual in December 1996, just after she graduated from Eastern Illinois University.  As her career has progressed with Northwestern Mutual she has truly enjoyed each opportunity she’s had to connect with hundreds of professionals and business owners to help them clarify and achieve their personal goals and objectives.

She earned her professional designation as a Chartered Life Underwriter which is currently recognized as the fundamental and foremost educational credential for life insurance professionals. She  holds Life, Health and Long Term Care insurance licenses in many states. To this end, she is able to provide the best service for her clients. The protection of yourself and your family is her mission.

She lives with her husband Justen in O’Fallon, Illinois; and they are active members in their community. In her free time she enjoys working out, traveling, and reading. She is very family oriented and enjoys spending as much time as possible with close friends and family.

Awards & Associations

Million Dollar Round Table, Qualifying

Member, 1999-2010

Million Dollar Round Table, Qualifying/Life

Member, 2008-2010

Attracting Quality Associates (AQA), 1999

National Quality Award, 2000-2010

National Sales Achievement Award,

1999-2000, 2002, 2006-2010

National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors

MS Corporate Achiever

Aaron Laramore

College Unit Director

Aaron Laramore has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2002. He has won a National Sales Achievement Award and multiple National Quality Awards. He is currently a member of the Million Dollar Round Table. MDRT is the premier association of financial professionals. On top of his consistent high activity he holds the position of #4 College Unit Director at Northwestern Mutual as well developed the internship program to be #7 in country.

Joseph Lofink

College Unit Director

As a student athlete at McKendree University, Joey studied accounting, economics, and finance. He was uncertain of what career he wanted to pursue... that's when he found Northwestern Mutual.

“Through Northwestern Mutual’s Internship Program, I was able to experience what a career as a financial representative truly was.  I knew after the first few weeks that was where I belonged.  Not only am I able to run my own business, but I am also in a position to significantly impact my community.  My values include building lifelong relationships with each client, and that makes everyday unique and meaningful.  I look forward to watching the families and businesses I work with achieve their most amazing futures.”

Joey earned a Business Degree from McKendree University with an emphasis in Accounting and Economics and Finance.  In addition to his personal practice, Joey is a member of the Leadership Team and enjoys mentoring the college program’s interns.    He stays physically active through golf, soccer, and softball, and resides in his hometown of Granite City, IL.    

Christopher R Lowery, CLU®, ChFC®, CPA

Financial Advisor

Chris began his career with Northwestern Mutual in 1995 and has received numerous company and industry awards during his successful career with the company.

Chris completed his B.S. in Accounting from Miami University. He has earned the Chartered Life Underwrter (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) professional designations.

The Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation has long been recognized as the fundamental and foremost educational credential for life insurance professionals. Since 1927, more than 94,000 individuals have earned their CLU, helping them build a successful life insurance practice by providing clients with knowledgeable and ethical advice. For financial representatives, field management, home office personnel, and others involved in providing life insurance products to the public, the CLU designation symbolizes continuing growth and commitment to professionalism.

The Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation focuses on the comprehensive financial planning process as an organized way to collect and analyze information on a client's total financial situation; to identify and establish specific financial goals; and to formulate, implement, and monitor a comprehensive plan to achieve those goals. The ChFC program provides financial services professionals with in-depth knowledge of the skills needed to perform comprehensive financial planning for their clients. 

Roger Lowery, CLU®, ChFC®

Financial Representative

Roger Lowery began his insruance and investment career in 1968. Roger works with business owners and professionals in the community specializing in estate, business succession, and executive benefit planning.

Roger currently serves on the Board of Directors for Allsup, Inc. and is a board member of the Memorial Hospital Group. Previously, he has seved in leadership positions of various community and professsional organizations, including the Board for Southwestern Illinois College foundation, Belleville Chamber of Commerce, National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, and the Estate Planning Council of St. Louis. Roger graduated from the University of Missouri- Columbia, and enjoys playing golf and traveling.

William Pelch

Financial Representative

Nikolaus D Skaer

Financial Representative

After spending 9 years in the car business, Nik was attracted to the idea of being in business for himself.  Partnered with the long term value and culture of the Northwestern Mutual, Nik decided this was a great fit for him.  Nik now spends his time inspiring his clients to create financial security for their businesses, their families, and themselves. 

 

“When I decided to join Northwestern Mutual, the impact of my work was a deciding factor.  At the end of the day, I know the work that I am doing is going to put my clients in a tremendously better position no matter what life throws at them.  The fact that I can do this while meeting exceptional people and forming life-long relationships makes it even more rewarding.”

 

Nik graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.   In addition to his personal practice, Nik is a member of the leadership team and enjoys developing and coaching new representatives.  Along with his wife Anna and son Sebastian, Nik resides in Freeburg, IL.

Christopher B Stenzel

Financial Representative

Charles M Sullivan, CLU®, ChFC®

Financial Representative

Chuck Sullivan has been with Northwestern Mutual since 1974, helping his clients create solid planning to protect their families and reaching their financial goals. He holds the designations of CLU, ChFC, and is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Round Table.

 

Chuck is an alumnus of Lewis University, double major in philosophy and psychology and graduate in 1969. He graduated from SIUE with a Masters in Psychology in 1971. He resides in Belleville with his wife Sandy and has four children. He is an active member in the Belleville community, donating his time to various organizations.

 

Thomas J Sullivan

Financial Representative

Adam Dominic Tiberi

Financial Representative

Adam Tiberi began his career with Northwestern Mutual in 2010 as a change to his career. Adam wanted a more rewarding opportunity which allows him the chance to leave a lasting impact on people’s lives.  He was attracted to the vision and purpose that Northwestern Mutual has for helping their clients.  As a former ministry leader, Adam has a passion for helping people in a meaningful way and his practice with Northwestern Mutual does just that. 

 

“If I can help my clients be financially secure and successful I believe it will allow them to have a greater impact for good on their families and communities which in turn can keep this country great.  There is no greater company that believes in their clients, the power of the individual, and the difference they can make than Northwestern Mutual.” -- Adam Tiberi

 

Adam resides in Swansea, IL with his family of 5; his wife, Liahona, daughter Janae, his niece Cheyanne, and thier youngest Sophia.  They are active members of Metro East Christian Fellowship in O’Fallon IL.  Some activities he and his family enjoy are boating, softball, golf, and art.

Brian Tieman

Financial Representative