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Northwestern Mutual Financial Network The Glenn Black Group Fort Myers, FL Ashley Jankowski Kevin Keeling Kyle Angell Madison Bell Team 16

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What is a mutual insurance company? An insurance company which has no shareholders but instead is owned entirely by policyholders

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Mission Statement In all situations, we will make recommendations which we would follow for ourselves and our families if faced with similar circumstances, understanding that every person and business is different and unique. With this in mind, our primary purpose is to build relationships in our community by helping others achieve their goals and objectives, utilizing sound long range and short term planning ideas. In each relationship, we will serve our clients needs with honesty and integrity, offering solutions to financial concerns in a responsible and disciplined manner. - Glenn E. Black District Agency

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History Foundation Entrepreneurship Market Development Industry Innovators

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Services Provided Health insurance Accident insurance Life insurance Disability insurance Long-term care insurance Whole life policies Trust and investment management services Estate planning Plus more

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Corporate Social Responsibility Northwestern Mutual is committed to community service positively affecting lives and providing communities with the means to build a bright future. The Glenn Black Agency works with : The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Lee Building Industry Association Rotary Club of Labelle Lee County PACE Junior Achievement of Fort Myers and Bonita Springs Imaginarium Board of Downtown Fort Myers

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Core Values Enduring Relationships Coachability Commitment to Growth Leadership Independence

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Leadership Team Glenn Black Managing Director, Fort Myers, FL Peter F. Striano Managing Partner, Boca Raton, FL John Delaney Field Director, Fort Myers, FL Jim Winstel Field Director, Fort Myers, FL James Holland College Unit Director, Fort Myers, FL

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Sales Process Prospecting Telephoning Approach Fact finding Preparation Closing Follow-through

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Steps to Sales Process Prospecting- to find, select, and qualify potential prospects and obtain favorable introductions to them Telephoning- to secure an appointment Approach- to secure a fact finding interview on a favorable basis Fact finding- to reach the inner person Preparation- to create a plan of action to enable your prospect to achieve his/her objectives Closing- to gain the prospect's commitment to take action based on your recommendations Follow through- to deliver and maintain superior service and support future sales

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Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

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Hiring Process MutualFit First Interview Conduct an initial fact-finding interview Discuss the company and the career Explain the Mutual Fit Process Assign the Career Profile + (CP+) Second Interview Conduct an in-depth fact- finding interview Review CP+ Results Assign self analysis/YOU worksheet Assign the Harrison Third Interview Review the sales process Demonstrate a ledger presentation Discuss compensation & Benefits Assign market surveys Fourth Interview Introduce candidate to the managing director Review market surveys Answer the Candidates questions Discuss Expectations for success

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Ideal Candidate Entrepreneurial Organizes, operates and assumes the risk for a business venture Coachable Willing to listen, learn and take advice from individuals who offer valuable experience and insight Communicates Effectively Communicates personal perspectives, ideas and beliefs while listening and learning from others Ambitious Pursues every opportunity for success with skill, enthusiasm and commitment. Constantly seeking ways to be more effective and successful Self-Motivated Possesses effective time-management skills and relies on himself or herself to accomplish important goals. Able to focus on priorities Desires Financial Success Not afraid to work hard and take risks to achieve financial success. Willing to accept responsibility for personal successes and failures

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CP+ Results Predicts the success of a future entrepreneurial sales candidate (scale of 1-19) Evaluates personality, goals, past work experiences, attitudes, career expectations, and most importantly financial feasibility. NWFN looks for a score of 13 or above

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Harrison Results The Harrison is a personality test that Northwestern uses to assess the potential candidates job fit percentage Self- Management is a very important quality

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Internships Positions Offered: Financial Representatives Recruiting (Just Added!) Top Ten Internship. The Vault Guide to Internships has consistently ranked Northwestern Mutual one of the Top Ten Internship programs, based on factors such as compensation opportunities, actual work experience, and career opportunities. Earning Potential Commission based Development Stipend: Incentive up to $1,000 to learn about business, develop sales skills, and engage in training activities each program period Productivity Stipend: Based on number of lives written and submitted. $500 for 5 lives Additional $500 for 5 more lives

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SWOT Strengths Strong Market Position Adequate Funds Solid History Virtually unaffected by the recession Weaknesses Investing time into new employees who are not going to make it in the company. 1 year of training = $30,000

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SWOT Continued Opportunities Bring in more people who can sell services Open up more locations and have more facilities Advertise more (the quiet company) Northwestern Commercial During Recession Northwestern Commercial During Recession Threats Outside companies making false promises to potential clients and manipulate to gain customers Ex: NY Life, Ohio National, John Hancock

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Rio DeArmond Graduated with a Bachelors in Finance Worked in a salon before applying for an internship position at Northwestern Was offered a job after her internship Is currently the Director of Recruiting and Development

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References Rio DeArmond Director of Recruiting and Development for the Glenn Black Agency http://www.northwesternmutua l.com/ http://www.northwesternmutua l.com/ "Business and Industry.". Datamonitor USA. Company Profile: Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance. SWOT Analysis. New York, NY, 29 Dec 2009.