Unsung
Hero's
Support Resources
ERG's
NM History
New North
100

Who is the team behind the scenes who handles all the technical issues, troubleshoots computer problems, and ensures that the office's IT infrastructure is up and running?

Onsite Tech Support (Walk Up)

100

What is the platform that aims to unify systems, improve efficiency, and enable field engagement with clients without any prior preparation?

Advisor Desktop

100

How many ERG's are there?

8 - Generations, Women, Hispanic, Veteran, Pride, African American, Disability Alliance, Asian

100

What city was the first Northwestern Mutual building located in?

Janesville, Wisconsin March 2nd, 1857

100

The phrase #NewNorth can be used to obtain media coverage and updates on the New North project in what cloud based cross platform business tool?

Slack

200

Who are the individuals within an organization who serve as strategic collaborators, working closely with business leaders to align people strategies with overall business goals, address workforce challenges, and drive organizational success through effective talent management?

HR Business Partners (HR)

200

What is a critical component of the sales journey and client experience that helps advisors better showcase the value and flexibility of our products, supports the client's plan, and enables efficient workflows? This component is essential in building a system that supports the trusted advisor/client relationship.

Illustrations

200

What online web application can be used to view events, trainings, and meetings across all Employee Resource Groups?

ERG Calendar

200

What year was Northwestern Mutual relocated to Milwaukee?

1859

200

What employee feedback community is available that allows users to earn bravo points for completed tasks, while providing feedback and research on all things NM Including New North?

Employee Experience Insiders (EXI)

300

Who is the cohesive group of professionals who collaborate to maintain the visual integrity of NM Campuses, and overall sanitation of the environment for the well-being and comfort of employees and visitors alike?

Facilities Team (Maintenance/Custodial Team)

300

What platform helps you manage clients and sales pipelines, allowing you to add new clients, track conversations, maintain client information, and make informed decisions about your business through Book of Business Insights?

CRM

300

What resource serves as a comprehensive guide that defines standards and procedures and provides best practices that can be adopted by an ERG?

ERG Playbook

300

What is the name of the lake beneath the downtown Campus of Northwestern Mutual and what building is it is it under?

Lake Emily

South Building

300

What Northwestern Mutual Magnate kicked off 2023 with a financial update and the unveiling of New North?

John Schlifske

400

What multifaceted group of surveillance experts, and risk management specialists are entrusted with safeguarding the well being of in office staff, guests, and physical assets?

Security Team

400

What is the centerpiece of our end-to-end client experience in the financial planning industry? This application that was co-created with the field, empowers advisors to bring unprecedented ways of financial planning to clients with integrations of insurance, investments, retirement, long term care and personal goals.

Planning Experience (PX)

400

The registration process for an ERG is can be triggered in what portion of workday? Once registration is complete and you have officially joined an ERG collegaues from all over the enterprise will be able to view your membership.

Career Profile

400

What month and year did the first NM Free lunch program start?

March, 1915

400

What Milwaukee based media giant founded in 1882 featured a cover story on the New North Project?

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (MJS)

500

Who would you reach out if you had questions about NM history?

Archives and Heritage Communications

500

What is the field and home office facing application that provides visibility to client products, facilitates tasks such as life applications, loan requests, death claims, and Docket compliance filing? This application serves as an everyday online resource, granting access to prospect and client insights to strengthen your practice and build your book of business.

NM Connect (NMC)

500

This ERG prides itself on fostering an environment of a diverse range of employees who are encouraged to bring their unique perspective, education, and experience to work?

Generations

500

In what year did Northwestern Mutual enter the Robo-advisor market after the acquisition of what Financial Planning Firm that was founded by Alexa Von Tobe?  

2015

LearnVest

500

In the 2023 New North Video Series Vice President of Government and Communications Steve Radke defined a T.I.F as?

Tax Incremental Financing