Danny Babitz Opens New Office in Highlands at Forest Park with Goal to Recruit 40 Advisors

ST. LOUIS, April 21, 2026--Danny Babitz, managing director, is proud to announce the opening of a new office in the Highlands at Forest Park (1001 Highlands Plaza Drive West), bringing Northwestern Mutual back to the city of St. Louis for the first time since 2011. The team’s goal is to recruit 40 new advisors by late 2027, using the vibrant new space to foster growth and collaboration with its dynamic and engaging environment.

Babitz's vision for the Highlands office is to create an energetic setting that inspires both innovation and dedication, allowing advisors the ideal environment to work effectively and lead clients to success. The space stands out with its unique graffiti artwork adorning the doors, creating an atmosphere charged with creativity and enthusiasm.

“Opening this office is truly an honor, and it represents the energy, creativity, and dedication of an amazing team,” said Babitz. “We wanted to design a space that feels fresh, modern, and authentic — one that breaks the mold of a typical financial planning firm. We hope people will stop by, see what makes us different, and feel the passion we bring to serving our clients and our community.”

In addition to its professional amenities, the office is equipped with a Wellness Suite, providing essential facilities for medical exams and nursing mothers, emphasizing commitment to health and well-being alongside professional excellence.

This space was designed by Nehring Design and the contracting work was expertly handled by ISC Contracting, ensuring every detail reflects the high standards and innovative spirit of Northwestern Mutual.

For more information or to inquire about joining the team, check out reach out at https://www.northwesternmutual.com/office/mo/forest-park/87821473.

About Daniel Jay Babitz

Daniel Jay Babitz is a District Agent of NM and a Registered Representative of NMIS. Daniel Jay Babitz, District Agent, Northwestern Mutual has Financial Representatives that are primarily licensed in MO. For more information, please visit http://forestpark.nm.com/.

About Northwestern Mutual

Northwestern Mutual has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 165 years. Through a comprehensive planning approach, Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for what's most important. With nearly $700 billion of total assets1 being managed across the company's institutional portfolio as well as retail investment client portfolios, more than $38 billion in revenues, and $2.4 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more than five million people with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, annuities, and brokerage and advisory services. Northwestern Mutual ranked 109 on the 2025 FORTUNE 500 and was recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the "World's Most Admired" life insurance companies in 2026

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM),Milwaukee, WI(life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries. Subsidiaries include Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (investment brokerage services), broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC; the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (investment advisory and services), federal savings bank; and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC) (long-term care insurance). Not all Northwestern Mutual representatives are advisors. Only those representatives with "Advisor" in their title or who otherwise disclose their status as an advisor of NMWMC are credentialed as NMWMC representatives to provide investment advisory services.

1 Includes investments and separate account assets of Northwestern Mutual as well as retail investment client assets held or managed by Northwestern Mutual.