Nikki Perryman Named Director of Strategic Operations

Northwestern Mutual-Chicago has named Nikki Perryman as Director of Strategic Operations for the Chicago-based financial planning firm. The new position reflects the firm’s commitment to invest in programs and services that will help advisors grow their business and deliver an unparalleled client experience.

“With over 20 years of experience in the financial service industry, Nikki brings incredible insight into operations and the industry’s unique opportunities and challenges for growth,” said Corey D. McQuade, Managing Partner. “She will be an invaluable asset to our financial advisors and their teams as we continue to innovate and invest in our mission to make Chicago the most financially secure community.”

Through practice management consulting and centralized services, Perryman will guide the firm’s more than 150 financial advisors and representatives who serve clients from office locations in downtown Chicago, Deerfield, Oak Brook and Rosemont.

“I’m excited to support our financial professionals and deliver the resources they need to compete in this increasingly competitive environment,” said Perryman. “By working together, we will continue to build on our industry-leading position and legacy of leadership.”

Perryman joined Northwestern Mutual in 1998 and held administrative positions in the company’s Indianapolis network office and Milwaukee district office. In 2001 she joined Northwestern Mutual-Chicago as Office Manager. In 2005 she was promoted to Director of Administration and in 2011 Director of Operations. Throughout her career, she has had oversight of a variety of areas including technology, HR, general office operations and facilities, working with advisors hiring, managing and developing associates and was part of the team that launched the firm’s Vision Acceleration Program. She also co-leads the philanthropic Northwestern Mutual-Chicago Childhood Cancer Impact Initiative.

Perryman holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Marian University Indianapolis. She resides in Lake Zurich with her husband and three children.

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://chicago.nm.com/