Associates

Our financial representatives are the face of our organization. They not only represent the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, 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.

Kevin S Bode

Employee Benefit Specialist

Kevin Bode joined the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network in 1987 as a financial representative. In 1989, he became an Employee Benefit Specialist and has since directed the Pittsburgh Network Office's operation of Strategic Employee Benefit Services. Under Kevin's guidance, the Pittsburgh Network Office has grown to service over 600 businesses of varying industries and sizes. He works in the areas of fully-insured and cafeteria plans, and web-based employee communications. Bode is a member of Health Insurance Association of America (HIAA), National Association of Health Underwriters, International Foundation of Education Benefits and Compensation, Pittsburgh Association of Group Executives and the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA). Kevin serves on the Board of Directors for the YMCA and Family Resources of Western Pennsylvania.

Edward Gallagher, CFP®

Investment Specialist

Ed joined the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network in 2002. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Dayton. Ed specializes in retirement solutions and is an Investment Specialist in the Pittsburgh office.

John C Carlos

Business & Estate Planning Specialist

As the Director of Business and Estate Planning, John provides a variety of services to Northwestern Mutual's clients including Estate and Business Planning services as well as Executive Benefit services. In his spare time, John is an Advisor to the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh Foundation, an Advisor to Catholic Charities, a Board Member of the Chimbote Foundation and coaches youth soccer.

John Burton, CLU®, ChFC®

Retirement Plan Specialist

William A Ravotti, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®

Disability Income Specialist

Bill Ravotti has been a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 1989. He provides financial services for physicians, attorneys and business owners. Bill is a board member and head boys basketball coach of the Aquinas Academy High School. He currently resides in Bradfordwoods, PA with his wife, Lea. He is also the network's disability income specialist.

Jason Dunmire

Financial Representative

Jason Dunmire is a Financial Representative with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network. His mission is to provide solutions for business owners and successful individuals to become better financial managers. Jason is originally from Jeannette, PA, but now resides in the Uniontown area.

Brian E Krupar, CLU®, CLTC, CPA

Financial Representative

Brian has been a full-time Financial Representative since April 1972, but he has been a member of the Northwestern Mutual Family since 1944. His father, Joseph, was a representative prior to his birth so you might say that he was born to be with Northwestern Mutual. Brian has a general practice specializing in helping all people with their financial needs. In his spare time, he is the Treasurer of the Hidden Valley Ski Patrol and is a Eucharist Minister at Our Lady of Church. Brian is a 28-year recipient of the National Quality Award (1974-2001, 2004-2008).

Peter P Leone Jr

Financial Representative

Peter Leone, Jr. is a financial representative with The Pittsburgh Network Office, and has been with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 1985. For the past twenty years, Peter has built an extensive life insurance clientele across the country. His practice primarily deals with estate analysis, business succession and transition, and executive benefits for individuals, private practices, small businesses, and public corporations, with a specific focus on Bank Owned Life Insurance.

Mitchell Letwin

Financial Representative

Mitchell D. Letwin has spent 11 years at Northwestern Mutual Financial Network. He was born and raised in Pittsburgh, and now currently resides in the Fox Chapel area. As a Financial Representative, Mitchell Letwin thrives on working with small business owners, lawyers, doctors, and other successful people in creating solutions for both business and personal needs. He is on the board of CCFA, JNF and Beth Shalom. Mitchell is also a member of the March of Dimes Walk America Committee and participates in the annual MS Golf Outing.

Daniel Megaludis

Financial Advisor

Many people think about their destination. They have vivid images of their desired lifestyle now and in the future, but rely on fate to deliver them. Daniel Megaludis' clients have dreams and aspirations and face the same challenges in focusing on and developing a solution to help those dreams come to fruition. His role as their financial professional is to help bring clarity to their goals and objectives, and act as the catalyst to implement a strategy to realize their vision. Daniel has been with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network for 22 years. He is a long-time resident of Pittsburgh, PA, and currently resides in the Murrysville area. In his spare time, Daniel is involved in the United Way, local church functions and a Jr. High Wrestling Team. He has won the National Quality Award 17 times since 1988.

Mark Pellis

Financial Representative

As a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual, Mark enjoys working with busy and successful people recommending solutions for their business and/or personal needs. He has won the Million Dollar Roundtable Award (Qualifying Member: 2004-2008; and the National Quality Award (2002, 2004-2007).

Mark Ponko

Financial Representative

As a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Mark Ponko thrives on working with established, successful people and specializes in providing solutions for both business and personal needs. He is a long-term resident of Pittsburgh, and currently resides in the Export area. Mark has been with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network for four years.

Jeffrey Radkowski

Financial Representative

As a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Jeff Radkowski has developed a practice focusing on the needs and goals of professional individuals as well as benefit solutions for businesses. He is a long-time resident of Pittsburgh who volunteers as a basketball coach at a local elementary school in his spare time.

James Ruttenberg

Financial Representative

James S. Ruttenberg is a financial representative with The Pittsburgh Network Office and has been with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network for the past fifteen years. Throughout his tenure with The Pittsburgh Network Office, James has focused his practice in the areas of personal insurance and estate analysis. He also works with small, closely held corporations in the areas of business succession and executive benefits. James is a member of the Jewish Community Center board of directors and is also involved with charities such as the United Jewish Federation, the United Way Young Leaders Group and the National Alliance for Autistic Research. He resides in Upper Saint Clair with his wife, Lori and his two sons, Ben and Zack.

Kevin Schriver

Financial Advisor

As a Financial Representative with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Kevin Schriver helps to secure the financial future for your family or business and protect what´s important to you. He is a life-long resident of Pittsburgh, PA, currently residing in the Glenshaw area. In Kevin's spare time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family and is running with his stepmother in the Presque Isle Half Marathon this July. Kevin is also active in his parish, St Mary's of the Assumption, where he is a Youth Ministry Leader as well as a musician in the Contemporary Choir and Brass Band. Kevin also enjoys playing golf, tennis, and volleyball.

Donald H Shaw

Financial Representative

Donald H. Shaw has spent 25 years with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network. He has lived in Houston, Chicago, New York, and Washington D.C., but has remained in Pittsburgh for the past 13 years. He currently resides in O'Hara Township. Donald works with successful people in order to provide them with insurance and investment solutions. He is a member of the Rotary and Rodef Shalom Congregation Brotherhood.

David L Shields, CLU®, ChFC®

Financial Representative

Dave is a 3rd generation Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Representative. He specializes in working with Health Care professionals & small businesses. Dave represents Physicians Nationwide and formerly held the title of president. He has been a featured speaker at national & regional meetings on risk management issues. Dave serves as the Senior Disability Income Specialist for the Pittsburgh network office.

Thomas Swartout

Financial Representative

Thomas Swartout is a financial representative with The Pittsburgh Network Office and has been with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 1993. His specialties include Personal Needs Analysis, Wealth Accumulation and Distribution, and Business Needs Analysis. Thomas is a 2007 qualifying member of the Million Dollar Round Table and has qualified numerous times (Qualifying Member: 1998, 2000-2007). He is also a member of the Northwestern Mutual Forum in 2007. Mr. Swartout is very active in the Pittsburgh community. He is involved with the Young Leaders Group, United Way, and many other charities. Thomas resides in the North Hills with his wife and four children.

Herman S White

Financial Representative

Herman (Woody) White has been with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network for the past six years. Woody works with small business owners to aid their business and personal financial issues. It is his intention to assist people in making the best decisions to benefit their families, business or organization and to help make their dreams and aspirations become reality. Woody is from Donora, PA but currently maintains his office and residence in Monessen, PA.

Daniel Wiseman

Financial Advisor

As a financial representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Daniel Wiseman works with families to help them achieve success. He stays active on the Community Public Affairs Committee of the United Jewish Federation, and is a member of the Board of Directors of Congregation Poale Zedeck.

Todd Rosenfeld

Financial Representative