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Client Advisor with Athletic Background

Loper District - Northwestern Mutual

Fresno, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Baseball, Business Administration, Business Development, Cancer, Car Rentals, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cook Dishes, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Dance, Dental Insurance, Exceeded Sales Goal, Faculty Administration, Finance, Financial Planning, Financial Services, Health Insurance, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Life Insurance, Logistics, Marketing, Marketing Plan, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Music, Payroll Software/Services, Performance Management, Property Rentals, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Real Estate Development, Retirement Plan, Sales Management, Secondary School, Service Delivery, Set Goals, Sports, Team Player, Theater, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Fresno, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

Join the Winning Team at Loper District - Northwestern Mutual!


Are you an athlete at heart with a passion for teamwork and competition? Bring your sports background to a dynamic career as a Financial Advisor with Loper District - Northwestern Mutual!


Why Current and Former Athletes Could Thrive Here:
We recognize the unique strengths and qualities that former and current athletes bring to the table. Athletes could excel in our environment because of their inherent drive, discipline, and competitive spirit, which are essential traits for success in the insurance and financial services industry. Here’s why athletes could thrive with us:


  1. Teamwork and Collaboration: Just like in sports, our success depends on teamwork and collaboration. Athletes naturally excel in a team setting, working together towards common goals and supporting each other to achieve the best results for our clients.
  2. Resilience and Determination: Athletes are accustomed to facing challenges and persevering through difficult situations. This resilience translates well to the professional world, where overcoming obstacles and staying focused on long-term goals are key to building a successful career.
  3. Goal-Oriented Mindset: The drive to set and achieve goals is second nature to athletes. This goal-oriented mindset helps our representatives stay motivated and committed to helping clients achieve their financial objectives.
  4. Discipline and Time Management: Balancing training, competitions, and academics instills a strong sense of discipline and time management in athletes. These skills are invaluable in managing a client portfolio, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a high level of productivity.
  5. Competitive Spirit: The competitive nature of athletes fuels their desire to excel and be the best in their field. This competitive spirit drives our representatives to continuously improve, exceed performance targets, and deliver exceptional service to clients.
Our thriving office is located at: 6715 N Palm Ave, Suite 116, Fresno, CA


Meet Our Local Team:

Rick Abell, Managing Director:
  • Time with NM: 29 years.
  • Prior Experience: Began his career with Northwestern Mutual immediately after completing his MBA at Clemson University.
  • Passionate About: Rick is a dedicated husband and father to four children—two in college and two in high school. He is also passionate about giving back to the community and is proud that his team raised over $50,000 for childhood cancer research through their annual charity golf tournament.
Scott Loper, Growth & Development Director:
  • Time with NM: 2 years
  • Prior Experience: Worked as an estimator for irrigation company GarBennett and grew up working on his family orchard.
  • Passionate About: Scott is married with two kids and four dogs. He enjoys family time and spent the past 10 years as a varsity baseball coach at Lemoore High School.
Gina Loza, Director of Training, Philanthropy & Events:
  • Time with NM: 23 years.
  • Prior Experience: Worked in PR & Marketing for Chico Performances at CSU, Chico, promoting world music, dance, theater, lecture series, and other performance art.
  • Passionate About: Gina enjoys spending time with her two energetic boys (ages 8 and 6) and their Yellow Lab, Opie. She is a music lover and concertgoer (proud Swiftie!) and stays active as a devoted Peloton rider.
Toka Mwondela, Chief Development Officer:
  • Time with NM: 8 and a half years.
  • Prior Experience: Joined Northwestern Mutual right after graduating college and has grown his career ever since.
  • Passionate About: Toka loves sports of all kinds, especially when there’s competition involved. He also enjoys riding his motorcycle, exploring the outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and cooking and sharing great food.
Key Responsibilities: As a Financial Advisor, your primary role will be to engage with clients to understand their comprehensive financial needs, providing personalized guidance to help them achieve their financial protection and planning goals. You will design and implement tailored strategies that safeguard clients' assets, income, and overall financial well-being, ensuring their long-term security. Regularly reviewing and updating clients' financial plans and insurance policies to reflect any changes in their circumstances or goals will be crucial to ensure continuous protection. Additionally, you will cultivate a robust network of clients through referrals, active community involvement, and professional associations.


Qualifications: We prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related discipline. While prior experience in insurance, financial services, or business development is beneficial, it is not mandatory. Successful candidates will possess excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, strong analytical skills, and the capability to build lasting client relationships. We welcome individuals from business development-oriented organizations with uncapped earnings potential, including those from medical devices, education (teachers, administrators), logistics, solar, payroll services, tech business development, real estate, auto rental and others. You will be required to obtain state insurance licenses, with training provided and sponsorship considered.

Benefits: You will have continuous access to training and development programs, with sponsorship for advanced certifications to enhance your expertise. We offer a lucrative compensation structure including performance-based incentives and unlimited earning potential. You will receive extensive support from a dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors. Enjoy the flexibility to design a work schedule that aligns with your personal and professional goals. In addition to robust health and wellness benefits, you’ll receive a company-funded pension and contributions to PFGF—our unique profit-sharing retirement plan—designed to support your long-term financial security. Most importantly, you will play a pivotal role in helping individuals and families secure their financial future, making a lasting difference in the community.



Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Rick Abell is a Managing Director for NM and is not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.

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