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Aug 19, 2014Efforts in two years support nearly 3,000 families; year three kicks off with nearly $900,000 in additional funding to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
The urgent need to find cures for childhood cancer, the leading cause of death by disease in children under 15 years of age, is driving powerful actions across the country. In just two years,...
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Aug 18, 2014Local elementary students to receive stuffed backpacks amidst school kick-off in September
MILWAUKEE, August 18, 2014 – Northwestern Mutual employees donated over 750 backpacks during the company’s 11th Annual Backpack Drive which was held July 28 – Aug 14. The backpacks...
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Aug 13, 2014High-demand field providing opportunities for post-college career
As the demand for financial planning in the United States continues to rise, Northwestern Mutual is providing opportunities to thousands of college students nationwide, this summer and beyond, to...
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Aug 6, 2014
Each year the Red Cross responds to nearly 70,000 disasters in the U.S., bringing critical assistance to each affected area. To support the efforts of this group, Northwestern Mutual, through its...
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Aug 5, 2014Northwestern Mutual webcast features expert on Social Security strategies that can help fund retirement dreams
While most people plan to use their Social Security as an asset in their retirement, few realize that how they manage it can make all the difference to their lifetime benefits. Determining how and...
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Jul 24, 2014Majority of women happy with lives, but only one quarter feel successful
While U.S. women hold 50 percent of professional jobs and 35 percent of managerial roles, research points out that this group still doesn't declare themselves successful. One possible explanation...
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Jul 23, 2014Northwestern Mutual offices recognized for dedication to company's signature philanthropy
According to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation, only 3.8 percent of all cancer research funding allocated by the federal government goes to children, despite the fact that childhood cancer is the...
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Jul 11, 2014Investment to improve parking structure, provide significant benefits to Milwaukee County
Northwestern Mutual today announced a proposal to purchase O’Donnell Park including the lakefront parking structure and pavilion buildings. The company would make considerable improvements to...
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Jul 9, 2014
Noting its "extremely strong" competitive position, Standard & Poor's (S&P) affirmed Northwestern Mutual's AA+ financial strength rating. The rating also applies to its subsidiary, Northwestern...
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Jul 9, 2014
According to recent data, one in eight Americans aged 40-60 is a part of the "Sandwich Generation" – a portion of the population simultaneously supporting aging parents and their own children....
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Jun 26, 2014$2.7 billion sale benefits policyowners
Northwestern Mutual today announced an agreement to sell the company's subsidiary company, Russell Investments, to the London Stock Exchange Group plc (LSEG) for $2.7 billion. The sale will be...
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Jun 25, 2014Northwestern Mutual announces grants to improve three communities, advance child literacy
Improving the quality of life for Milwaukee residents of all ages stimulates positive change throughout the community. Recognizing this, Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, is awarding...
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Jun 25, 2014Flexibility and independence combined with substantial earnings and growth opportunity attracts recent grads
This year, more than 1.6 million students are expected to receive a Bachelor's degree. However, for many Millennials, this exciting milestone is tempered by unemployment rates that continue to...
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Jun 23, 2014
Northwestern Mutual today announced it has been honored as one of the "100 Best Places to Work in IT" in the United States by IDG's Computerworld. This is the 9th consecutive year Northwestern...
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Jun 19, 2014Northwestern Mutual to host multi-city event tour for women who want to learn how to reach their full potential in life
As women continue to assume leadership roles in business and society, research still shows untapped leadership potential among women and less self-assuredness compared to men. Northwestern...
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Jun 17, 2014Working Adults and Retirees have Vastly Different Views of the Retirement Experience
Significant differences exist between the attitudes and expectations of Americans who are currently working vs. those already retired, according to the most recent findings from Northwestern...
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Jun 16, 2014
NM Neptune, LLC, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Northwestern Mutual, has acquired Starwood Energy's 25 percent Class C stake in the Neptune Regional Transmission System. The 65-mile...
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Jun 13, 2014Northwestern Mutual webcast will educate couples on combining finances and creating a sound financial plan
When couples tie the knot, they might also be saying "I do" to debt, a low credit score and a partner with incompatible savings habits. A new interactive webcast from Northwestern Mutual called...
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Jun 4, 2014Greater Milwaukee Foundation, the Zilber Family Foundation and Northwestern Mutual team up for Community Connections small grants program
With the right tools, residents improve their neighborhoods through beautification, community-hosted programming and safety initiatives. To ensure residents have this opportunity, Northwestern...
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May 30, 201460% of Asian Americans hold college degrees, only 18% feel financially prepared for retirement
Did you know the Asian-American community holds more college degrees (60% vs. 32%) than the average population within the United States, and that 54 percent of Asian Americans are the first in...
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May 28, 2014Study finds Americans prioritize finances second only to health, but few are seeking help
"Personal finances" and "personal health" are the top two priorities for Americans in 2014, ahead of things like "spending time with family and friends" and "career." But prioritizing appears to...
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May 22, 2014Learn how Shaun Silva fulfilled his to help keep the country music world rocking
Picture this: You're at the top of your game. Your career has been a success. You've earned awards and recognition for your work. Everything you've put into your business can carry you on to a...
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May 14, 2014Company expands deep presence in NCAA athletics as part of deal through ESPN that includes television, on-site and digital integration
Northwestern Mutual announced today it will become the presenting sponsor of the historic Rose Bowl Game beginning in 2015, as part of an expansive partnership with ESPN. The deal, which runs...
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May 8, 2014Betty Brinn Children's Museum named one of 10 organizations to benefit from grants
Northwestern Mutual is committed to enhancing its hometown by ensuring it is an inviting and exciting place to live, work and play. To reinforce this commitment, the company, through its...
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May 7, 2014
Milwaukee, WI, May 7, 2014 – Northwestern Mutual will serve as a presenting sponsor of the 2nd Annual Forbes Women’s Summit: Power Redefined, The Entrepreneurship of Everything, on May 15...
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May 6, 2014Northwestern Mutual calls on individuals to take "preventative measures" to protect income
Personal health and personal finances are appearing at the top of the priority list for many Americans, according to Northwestern Mutual's 2014 Planning & Progress Study, new research that...
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May 1, 2014Changes support growth in financial planning process offered to clients through financial representatives
Northwestern Mutual's Board of Trustees has named Rebekah Barsch executive officer, vice president – planning and sales, and David G. Stoeffel, CLU, ChFC executive officer, vice president –...
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Apr 30, 2014People Feel They're Moving Slowly in the Right Direction, but the Country as a Whole is "Stuck in Neutral"
Americans feel slightly better about their financial circumstances today than they did a year ago, yet their optimism is tempered by the need to close a gap in their long-term savings and the...
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Apr 29, 2014#MyHeroMom campaign by Northwestern Mutual to generate up to $50,000 for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
Moms are heroes and this Mother's Day their acts of love will strengthen the fight against childhood cancer by raising research funds for life-saving cures. Starting today through May 13,...
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Apr 24, 201432-year company veteran to lead strategic focus on growing field force, delivering financial security to clients
Northwestern Mutual's board of trustees today appointed Greg Oberland president of the company effective May 1. The move unites responsibility for sales, marketing and agencies under one function....
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Apr 21, 2014
A.M. Best Company has affirmed the A++ financial strength rating of Northwestern Mutual and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company. This is the highest possible rating from A.M. Best....
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Apr 16, 2014Project committed to providing opportunities to local residents, small businesses
MILWAUKEE (April 16, 2014) – Northwestern Mutual today announced the selection of Gilbane Building Co. and C.G. Schmidt Inc. as the general contractor for construction of the 1.1...
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Apr 15, 201418-29 year olds are patient, disciplined and risk-averse with their money...just like their grandparents
It's not just beards, butchers and bicycles that Generation Y – or "Millennials" – are bringing back. The youngest adults in America, aged 18-29, are also showing signs that they're old souls...
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Apr 11, 2014
MILWAUKEE, April 11, 2014 – A city thrives when its people are given the tools to succeed, which is why each year, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Milwaukee honors corporate and...
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Apr 8, 2014
The more discipline an individual brings to financial planning, the more financially secure he or she feels in the present, and the greater likelihood they'll be happy in the future, according to...
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Apr 7, 2014Deal includes added Mutual Fund category exclusivity
Northwestern Mutual announced today it has extended its partnership with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA®) until 2020, through a deal...
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Apr 2, 2014Outstanding volunteers celebrated during 20th anniversary of Community Service Awards
Volunteers are rallying their communities across the country in support of nonprofits that are shaping the world for the better. Northwestern Mutual...
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Apr 1, 2014Northwestern Mutual study provides insight
According to the new Elements of Success Study from Northwestern Mutual, three out of four women say they are happy in their lives right now, and this is...
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Mar 31, 2014Each stolen base helps The Ronald McDonald House provide for those fighting childhood cancer
One in 330 children will be diagnosed with some form of cancer by the time they are 20-years-old[i]. Because treatment plans differ for each of the many...
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Mar 25, 2014
Los Angeles, CA - March 24, 2014 - On Monday evening at the 2014 International Corporate Citizenship Conference, Northwestern Mutual was announced as the winner of Boston College’s 6th Annual...
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Mar 24, 2014John E. Schlifske named in top five of Glassdoor's annual "50 Highest Rated CEOs" report
Northwestern Mutual Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer John E. Schlifske has been named one of the five highest rated CEOs in the U.S. by...
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Mar 24, 2014
Milwaukee, WI, March 24, 2014 – This week Northwestern Mutual will serve as a presenting sponsor of the inaugural “Forbes Reinventing America Summit: Leading the Next Industrial Revolution,”
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Mar 17, 2014"Planning for Success" broadcast special, "Team Confidential" videos among new efforts company is incorporating into March Madness® program
Northwestern Mutual, an official corporate partner of the NCAA®, today introduced new marketing efforts for the 2014 NCAA Men's and Women's Division I...
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Mar 10, 2014#WomanWithAPlan project celebrates Women's History Month
A recent Northwestern Mutual study polled women across America and found that nearly 85 percent of women view being happy as an integral component of...
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Mar 3, 2014Local, small businesses encouraged to seek subcontracting opportunities
MILWAUKEE (March 3, 2014) – Northwestern Mutual today announced it has asked four teams to make proposals to serve as general contractor for construction of the new Northwestern Mutual Tower...
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Feb 19, 2014Record dividend set for 2014; premium revenue up 8 percent; surplus remains strong
Northwestern Mutual today announced its 2013 financial results, which include a record dividend payout to policyowners expected to exceed $5.2 billion in...
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Feb 16, 2014Proceeds from University of Louisville Championship Floor Sale
Northwestern Mutual, an official corporate partner of the NCAA®, made a donation today of $250,000 to Kosair Children's Hospital in Louisville,...
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Feb 13, 2014Webcast will focus on strategies to positively impact finances
Northwestern Mutual is hosting the sixth webcast in its education series. Titled, "Three Not-So-Common Ways to Positively Impact Your Finances," this...
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Feb 10, 2014
MILWAUKEE, February 10, 2014 – Northwestern Mutual has teamed up with the design architect and development manager for the Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons to conduct a six-part Master...
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Feb 6, 2014
February is known as the month for declarations of love, and according to Northwestern Mutual, the romance should extend to one's wallet as well....
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Feb 4, 2014Company recognized on Training Magazine's "Training Top 125"
Northwestern Mutual today announced that the company's training and development programs have been named among the best in the country, according to...
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Feb 3, 2014
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the AAA insurance financial strength rating for Northwestern Mutual and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company, citing...
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Jan 29, 2014
Northwestern Mutual is exploring strategic alternatives, including a possible sale, for its majority ownership in Russell Investments. Russell operates with a high degree of autonomy and has...
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Jan 15, 2014Record recruiting goal driven by high-demand for comprehensive financial planning in U.S.
Northwestern Mutual today announced the most ambitious recruiting effort in the company's 156-year history as it aims to recruit more than 2,700 financial...
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Dec 31, 2013Latest installments in "Columns" campaign to incorporate live-action shots for first time
Northwestern Mutual will debut new, financial planning themed advertising during the January 1 broadcast of the Rose Bowl Game on ABC. To view the...
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Dec 26, 2013Survey honors continued commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts
For the second year in a row, Northwestern Mutual scored 90 out of a possible 100 points in the recently announced 2014 Human Rights Campaign Foundation's...
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Dec 20, 2013
MILWAUKEE, DEC. 20— Knowing the disruption Northwestern Mutual clients in Iowa and Illinois are enduring as they may be displaced from their homes and businesses, the financial security...
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Dec 18, 2013Northwestern Mutual Foundation gift to Children's Hospital of Wisconsin supports children, strengthens community
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin announced today it has received a $2 million gift from the Northwestern Mutual Foundation to support children with cancer...
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Dec 17, 2013Students gain valuable financial planning experience with real world scenario
MILWAUKEE – December 17, 2013 – Northwestern Mutual and Utah Valley University (UVU) today announced the winners of the”2013 Planning Makes a Difference” competition. The...
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Dec 16, 2013Northwestern Mutual awards $275,000 in grants to nonprofits across the country
Whether it's helping kids with cancer, founding an organization to research a rare disease or participating in local chapters of national organizations,...
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Nov 21, 2013
Milwaukee, November 21, 2013 – Northwestern Mutual today announced it has selected Veit, a specialty contracting and waste management firm with an office in the Milwaukee area, to serve as...
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Nov 20, 2013
Nearly 11.3 million people across the Philippines have been affected by Typhoon Haiyan. The storm has displaced more than 500,000 and the need for food,...
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Nov 12, 2013
Northwestern Mutual's financial representative internship program has been recognized for the 18th consecutive year as one of the top ten programs...
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Nov 11, 2013Webcast will educate participants on the importance of tax planning to save the most money
With the end of 2013 in sight, it's time to start talking about taxes. But, do you know how to begin that conversation? Northwestern Mutual's new webcast,...
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Nov 5, 2013As Longevity Increases So Does the Need to Plan For Care
A new study released today by Northwestern Mutual looks at the significant personal and financial implications that long-term care (LTC) events have on...
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Oct 30, 2013
Northwestern Mutual expects to distribute $5.2 billion to its millions of participating policyowners in 2014 as it pays industry-leading total dividends...
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Oct 24, 2013Researchers' promising projects, passion to find cures met with harsh reality of lack of funds
More than two-thirds (68 percent) of childhood cancer researchers say a passion to find a cure for childhood cancer is the top reason why they chose to...
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Oct 16, 2013Company outpaces industry in Selling Power Magazine's 2013 career study
Northwestern Mutual – a leading financial security company – ranks first in its industry and 11th overall among companies in Selling Power Magazine's...
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Oct 15, 2013Second year of philanthropic program to provide additional funds for researching life-saving treatments, travel expenses for families
Every day, children and their families bravely battle childhood cancer, sometimes requiring travel far from home to receive treatment. This year alone,...
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Oct 7, 2013
MILWAUKEE, October 7, 2013 – Northwestern Mutual ranks No. 1 on the Deloitte 2013 Wisconsin 75 – an annual list that recognizes the largest privately held companies in Wisconsin. While...
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Oct 4, 2013
Northwestern Mutual, Prudential Mortgage Capital Company, and TIAA-CREF announced today that each provided $283.3 million for a total of $850 million in...
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Oct 1, 2013Project to Provide Local Opportunities Through All Phases of Construction
Milwaukee, Sept. 26, 2013 – Northwestern Mutual today announced that it has selected more than a dozen Milwaukee-area firms to help with a variety of roles related to the construction of its...
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Oct 1, 2013
Northwestern Mutual is announcing the promotion of Sarah E. Schott to head the compliance/best practices department at Northwestern Mutual. Effective today,...
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Sep 25, 2013Signature structure, public spaces reflect growth of the company and confidence in the city
Northwestern Mutual today unveiled the design of a 32-story office tower and common space that will reshape Milwaukee's skyline and serve as a beacon for...
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Sep 17, 2013
Today Northwestern Mutual introduces a new online resource, TheMintGrad.org, designed to empower college students and recent grads to carve a path towards...
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Sep 17, 2013
MILWAUKEE, WI, September 16, 2013 – Timothy G. Schaefer has been promoted to executive vice president – operations and technology of Northwestern Mutual and has joined the company’s...
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Sep 13, 2013Free Webcast is the Fourth in the "Planning for Success" Series
Whether you're still planning for retirement or knocking on its door, there's one certainty: unlike previous generations, you are responsible for creating...
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Sep 12, 2013Company focuses recruiting efforts on military veterans; provides resources and training
Northwestern Mutual announced today a new recruiting effort targeted to veterans. It includes an increased presence at military veteran career fairs and...
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Sep 10, 2013Northwestern Mutual Fights Pediatric Cancer with NCAA® Championship Floor
Starting this week, pieces of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship Floor are on sale to the general public. Northwestern Mutual, a...
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Sep 9, 2013Company's Enterprise Venture Fund named to "20 Great Ideas to Steal in 2013"
Northwestern Mutual today announced that it has been named one of the top innovative users of technology in the U.S., according to the 2013...
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Sep 4, 2013Sharing online video will provide the opportunity to fund 1,000 hours of research
Today's superheroes don't drive a Batmobile or fly through the air faster than the speed of light. Their capes are white lab coats and their superpower is...
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Sep 3, 2013Northwestern Mutual Highlights Five Ways Consumers with Permanent Life Insurance are Better Prepared
In the face of today's challenging economy, Americans are navigating the uncertain outlook for near-term growth, but they're also recognizing the...
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Aug 26, 2013
Northwestern Mutual has refinanced a $233 million tranche of a $460 million portfolio loan secured by 19 apartment communities located in four states...
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Aug 14, 2013Tickets for the Northwestern Mutual World Challenge are now on sale at www.worldchallengegolf.com
The Tiger Woods Foundation welcomes Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial security company, as the title sponsor of the 15th annual World...
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Aug 8, 2013
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the AAA insurance financial strength rating for Northwestern Mutual and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company. AAA is...
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Aug 6, 2013New solution provides guaranteed income with growth potential
As more and more Americans inch closer to retirement, they look for ways to create a predictable paycheck for life. To meet that need for reliable income,...
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Aug 1, 2013Four scientists receive grants to investigate causes, cures
One in 330 children will be diagnosed with cancer by the time they turn 20 years old. In order to fight this alarming statistic, Northwestern Mutual is...
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Jul 31, 2013College baseball fan receives a $500 gift card to NCAA Online Shop
David Kingsdale of Los Angeles won the Northwestern Mutual NCAA® Men's College World Series® Bracket Contest for baseball, the company announced today....
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Jul 29, 2013
Moody's Investors Service has reaffirmed the Aaa insurance financial strength rating for both Northwestern Mutual and Northwestern Long Term Care...
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Jul 10, 2013Company recruits 1,100 financial representatives across the country so far in 2013, up 8% over the same time last year
While the job market continues to be challenging, Northwestern Mutual is on pace to surpass its largest recruiting goal in the company's 156-year...
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Jul 9, 2013Souvenir Pieces Will Support Charity, Center Court Donated to University of Louisville
For the second year in a row, Northwestern Mutual is using the 2013 NCAA® Division I Men's Basketball National Championship floor to raise money for the...
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Jul 2, 2013Effort in the first year contributes $1.4 million to support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and Starlight Children's Foundation
Eight-year-old Addison has a message for cancer: "You messed with the wrong kid!" Addison bravely battled against leukemia last year. He is one of...
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Jul 1, 2013
Northwestern Mutual has acquired a leasehold interest in 3330 Hillview, a two-story 29,744-square-foot office building in the Stanford Research Park in...
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Jun 24, 2013Report highlights company's excellent business risk profile, extremely strong financial risk profile
Standard & Poor's (S&P) has affirmed the AA+ insurance financial strength rating for Northwestern Mutual and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance...
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Jun 21, 2013Softball 'super fan' receives a $500 gift card to NCAA Online Shop
Rebecca Bradford, 52, from Decatur, TX won the Northwestern Mutual NCAA® Women's College World Series® bracket contest, the company announced today....
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Jun 17, 2013
Northwestern Mutual has been named one of the "100 Best Places to Work in IT" by IDG's Computerworld magazine, the leading source of technology news and...
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Jun 13, 2013
Northwestern Mutual is one of the top 10 biggest independent broker-dealers in the financial planning industry, according to Financial Planning magazine's...
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Jun 12, 2013
The latest research from Northwestern Mutual's 2013 Planning & Progress Study revealed attitudinal and behavioral discrepancies between how men and women...
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Jun 12, 2013Fans may register to play on Northwestern Mutual's Facebook page for chance at $500 NCAA Shop Gift Card
Today, Northwestern Mutual will provide fans with another opportunity to join the excitement of college sports like never before – this time with the...
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Jun 11, 2013
CLEVELAND – Northwestern Mutual, a financial security provider, and National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) announced today the launch of Life After Athletics...