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AssociatesOur financial representatives have an incredible opportunity to positively impact people’s lives - the lives of their clients, their families and those in their communities. They take this responsibility seriously and so do we. We provide them with the training and support they need to ensure their success, but we know it is their productive work ethic, strong relationship skills and professionalism that make them extraordinary. Brad AndersonFinancial Representative Brian Bailey, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®, CASLFinancial Advisor Before Brian joined NMFN in 1990, he was in the banking business. He has a BA in Economics and Mathematics from Wabash College and an MBA in Business Management from Indiana University. He has been a qualifying member of MDRT since 2003 as well as National Quality Award in 1993, 1994, 1996-2008. He also is credited with National Sales Achievement Award in 1994, 2001 and 2003. Brian is married to Margaret. He has a daughter and 2 grandsons
Ben BickfordFinancial Representative Ramona BienstockFinancial Representative Justin BoevingCollege Unit Director Harvey BowmanSenior Financial Representative Jim Buchan, CLU®Financial Representative Jim has been with NMFN since 1971. He was the 1998 agent of the year for Oklahoma Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. He’s been MDRT for 32 years, NQA 34 years and NAIFA trustee from 2003-2005. He has a BSBS in finance and insurance from the University of Arkansas as well as being an adjunct instructor of insurance at the University of Tulsa for 9 years. Jim resides in Tulsa with his wife Karen. They have 3 children and enjoy spending with with their twin grandchildren. He loves playing golf, competitive bicycling and is a watercolor artist. Dennis BurbankFinancial Representative Blake BurkhartFinancial Representative Tom Craft, CLU®Recruiting Field Director Tom started with NMFN in May 1999 after being self-employed for years. He has a BA degree in theology from Baptist Bible College and a BS degree in biology from Northeastern State University. Tom is the president of National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors in Tulsa and been MDRT over the last several years.
Tom is married to Callvina, has 3 children and 1 grandson. Brian EaslonFinancial Representative Ron EngstromFinancial Representative Seth ErkenbeckFinancial Representative Steve Feemster, CFP®Field Director Before coming to NMFN in 1999, Steve was a CPA with Ernst & Young in Dallas, Texas. He has a BBA in Accounting from University of Texas at Arlington, Magna cum Laude. Steve has qualified for MDRT multiple times and also was honored with the National Quality Award in 2002 and 2008. He served 4 years with the US Army´s 82nd Airborne Division before starting college and still works out most mornings.
Steve is married to Kelly and has 3 boys, Thomas, Matthew and Samuel. Frank Fisher JrFinancial Representative Todd GatewoodFinancial Representative Kevin GaviganCollege Agent Chet GorgasFinancial Representative Bruce GronenFinancial Representative
Bruce graduated from the State University of Iowa with a BA degree in Radio-TV-Film, and began a career as a television director with several TV stations in the Midwest, the last being KCMO, a CBS affiliate in Kansas City. In 1977, he changed careers, and moved with his wife and 4 kids to Eureka Springs, Arkansas where he and his wife I owned and operated a Tastee Freeze fast food restaurant for 3 years. Then more work in Radio, as sales manager and on-air news guy for KAUS Radio in Berryville AR.
In 1989 he became a Northwestern Mutual agent, and will celebrate 20 years as an agent in 2009. He has been an NML policy owner since he was 15 years old, and knew the reputation of the company, which influenced his decision to join up. Timothy HankinsFinancial Representative Tommy HarrisFinancial Representative Prior to working at NMFN, Tommy was employed at Nordam Group for 10 years as an aviation mechanic and production lead. Tommy became a financial representative in 2007. He has achieved Pacesetter 40 and 60. He is married to Crystal who works with him and they have 3 children. He is a member of Church on the Move. Sharon HerrickFinancial Representative Larnce HicksFinancial Advisor David L HoustonWealth Management Advisor Matthew HoustonField Director Matt graduated from Oklahoma City University with a degree in Business Administration focusing in Management and Finance. During his time at OCU he was involved with the athletic program by playing baseball. While at OCU, Matt was a member of the Oklahoma Society of CPA’s and participated in the Meinders school of Business Intern programs and interned at Houston Financial, a financial advisory firm for two years. After three years of college as a two-time All-American, Matt was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the 2003 First Year Player Draft. Following four years of professional baseball, playing in the minor league All-Star game, Matt completed his college degree. He recently retired from the Orioles organization and is now focused on growing an already very successful practice that his father started 16 years ago.
He is married to Lyndsay. Joseph Hunt IIIFinancial Representative Nick JacksonFinancial Representative Chris KrafftFinancial Representative Joe Kreger, MBAFinancial Advisor Luke MilhollandFinancial Representative Jarrett MooreFinancial Representative Jarrett is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a B.S. in Marketing. He has been a part of Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 2008. As a financial representative intern, he saw that a career at Northwestern Mutual would be a rewarding and challenging one with great potential to excel. After coming on as a full-time financial representative, Jarrett accomplished Pacesetter first 40 and achieved the Bronze award for the 2008-2009 awards year. Jarrett is a resident of Tulsa, OK and lives with his wife Stephanie. Patrick MurnanFinancial Representative Patrick joined NMFN in 2006 after graduating from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Business Management. He sees NMFN as an organization that people are excited to be a part of; either as a member or as a client. It is a place where new ideas are encouraged, accomplishments are celebrated, and growth is required. Lonnie MurphyFinancial Representative Rob PearsonFinancial Representative Rob Pearson is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a B.S. in Finance. Before joining the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network in 2008, Rob spent six years as a General Manager for a major restaurant chain. He states that his greatest achievements so far are his two children, Katie and Parker Pearson. "My experience managing a multimillion dollar business prior to joining the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network gives me valuable insight into the issues that individuals may face professionally as business owners and operators. My years of being a proud parent give me valuable insight into the issues that individuals face personally as they plan for their family's future. The network allows me to confidently help my clients in all facets of preparation for their financial future.”
Rob moved to Tulsa, OK in March of 2007. “Tulsa offers a perfect blend of culture, economic stability and growth, educational opportunities, and small town values with big city attributes. I look forward to raising my children and continuing to build my career with Northwestern Mutual in this wonderful city.” Philip PedlowCollege Unit Director Jason PenlandFinancial Representative Jason went through the intern program while he was getting his degree in Business at the University of Oklahoma. He joined as a full time representative in 2008. As an intern he found an exciting career that gave him the ability to help individuals and families achieve their financial goals. After coming on as a full-time financial representative, Jason accomplished Pacesetter first 40 and achieved the Bronze award for the 2008-2009 awards year. He is married to Andrea and are expecting their first baby in August. Terry ReavesFinancial Representative Joe Don RobertsonFinancial Representative Chad RogersDisability Income Specialist Chad M. Rogers is a graduate of University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelors in Business Administration, with a major in finance. He has been a part of Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 2002. As a financial representative, Chad provides a wide range of services to help clients meet their personal and business financial security goals. He is also the disability specialist for the pillars Agency. In his seven year career with Northwestern Mutual, he has achieved the Million Dollar Round Table Status 4 times. In addition to that, he has won within Northwestern Mutual the Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum Awards.
Chad is a resident of Tuttle, Oklahoma and lives with his wife Kandi, daughter Kyra and three sons, Keaton, Kai and Kale.
Sean ScotneyFinancial Representative Mitchell SimsFinancial Representative Bob Skaggs, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®Business & Estate Planning Specialist
Bob signed his full time contract with NMFN the day his oldest child was born in 1984. He is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a BS in Science. He is a member of MDRT since 1988, National Quality Award 1997, 1989-2008 as well as National Sales Achievement Award 1987-1900, 2002 and 2008.
Bob is married to Kay and has 3 children. His daughter, Emily left her position as our Tulsa recruiter in June 2008 to become a missionary in the Honduras. He loves baseball and is very involved in Asbury United Methodist Church. Kelly SmithFinancial Representative Laith SmithFinancial Representative Stu SmithCollege Agent Ainslie Stanford, CLU®, ChFC®Long Term Care Specialist Ainslie has represented NMFN in Tulsa as a full time agent since 1968. He has a BA in political science from the University of Oklahoma and is an avid OU Sooners fan. He hold awards over the years in National Quality Award, National Sales Achievement Award, and Million Dollar Round Table. He’s a member of NAIFA, Society of Financial Service Professionals and Tulsa Estate Planning Forum. Ainslie is married to Melinda and has 2 children. He enjoys golf, boating with his wife and friends, reading and attending OU football games.
Melinda StanfordEmployee Benefit Specialist Sam StoiaFinancial Representative Eric ThompsonFinancial Representative Pat ToddFinancial Representative |