Northwestern Mutual - Chicago's James Stinson Rises to Managing Director
With a firm belief that he could control the trajectory of his career. James Stinson, CFP®, CLU®, joined Northwestern Mutual in 2006. It was soon after that Northwestern Mutual - Chicago tapped him for a leadership position. As the newest Managing Director, Stinson now leads a team of 50 financial professionals, helping them take control of their career paths while bringing full-picture financial planning to individuals, families and businesses.
Starting as a College Unit Director in 2008, Stinson rose to Field Director in 2012, and Growth and Development Director in 2016. In 2017, he was asked to lead the district office in the northern suburbs.
While Stinson sought a path that would allow him to lead a district, at the same time, he built a successful financial planning practice. He earned both the Certified Financial Planner® certification and the Chartered Life Underwriter® designation. He has received numerous company awards for his dedication to comprehensive financial planning. He achieved the NAIFA Quality Award[i] which recognizes professional excellence, service to the industry and a commitment to ethical conduct.
Northwestern Mutual gives you an incredible opportunity to define the career path you envision for yourself," said Stinson. "I couldn't be more excited to continue to grow our presence in the Chicago suburban market by partnering with our financial professionals to help our clients build the life they want."
"Jim is a leader not only in attracting, developing and managing teams but in inspiring others to be the best version of themselves," said Corey D. McQuade, Managing Partner of Northwestern Mutual - Chicago. "His commitment to creating a culture of excellence, innovation and inclusion is driving the success of his district."
In leading others, Stinson serves on the Advisory Board as well as an Instructor of Northwestern University School of Professional Studies Certified Financial Planner™ program. He is a past president of the Northwestern Mutual-Chicago Financial Representative Association.
Stinson also gives back to the community, serving on the Auxiliary Board of Reading In Motion and volunteering and supporting the Northwestern Mutual - Chicago Childhood Cancer Program.
A native of Rockford, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communications and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana. He resides in Park Ridge with his wife and son.
About Northwestern Mutual - Chicago
Northwestern Mutual - Chicago, with offices in Downtown Chicago, Deerfield, Oak Brook and Rosemont, is a leading Chicago-based financial planning firm providing expert guidance to help clients manage financial risk and achieve financial security. Ranked one of Chicago's Top Workplaces, according to the Chicago Tribune, Northwestern Mutual - Chicago provides career and internship opportunities to individuals who want to grow personally and professionally. The company's nationally recognized financial representative internship program was named by Vault.com a top internship for students seeking careers in the financial services industry. Further information on the firm can be found at http://deerfield.nm.com.