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Management Team

Our business is about relationships, and we have a strong management team in place that understands this. They are committed to furthering the development of our financial representatives through training and guidance, so the representatives can establish enduring and solid relationships with their clients.

 

Robert Johnson, CLTC

Managing Director

Since 1992, Johnson has been associated with Northwestern Mutual. As Managing Director, He will continue to be part of a network of specialists offering a wide array of products. His duties/responsibilities will include recruiting and training Financial Representatives, managing the office and selling financial service products. He will provide expert guidance and innovative solutions for a variety of financial needs and goals.
 
As a member of the International Association of Registered Financial Consultants, National Institute of Certified Estate Planners, National Association Insurance and Financial Advisors,  Johnson has earned the #1 Top Disability Insurance Producer, Premium - Top 100, 2005, Lives - Top 100, 1998, 2002-2010, New Client - Top 100 2002-2005,2009-2010, and Life Insurance Face Amount - Top 100, 2009-2010.  He also earned the Master Achievement Award, 2010,  Top 10 in Disability , 1998-2010, and achieved Top Investment Advisor honor 2008-2009, and Most Valuable Producer in 2008.   Johnson holds the designation of  CLTC.
 
A native of Manhasset, New York, Johnson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Stony Brook University in 1992. He resides in Huntington with his wife Heather and 2 children, Tyler and Gannon.

 

Michael P Mennella, CLU®, ChFC®, CLTC, CFP®

Field Director

 

Michael joined Northwestern Mutual in 2000 upon graduation from Stony Brook University. He has been a qualifying member of the Million Dollar Round Table every year since 2005, and has grown to be a leader in the agency. In addition to serving as a trusted advisor to his clients, he also mentors new representatives and helps them work towards achieving their personal and professional goals. He is extremely passionate about his career, and enjoys enriching the lives of others.

 

Scott Borow

College Unit Director
516-465-9500

Affiliated with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network since 2007, Scott has been fostering strong relationships with his clientele, and helping to protect the financial security of those he works with. His process in working with clients is to find out what personal, professional and financial goals are most important to them, and create comprehensive strategy to make those dreams a reality. 

 As of January 2011, he will be a Financial Representative with The Johnson Financial Group in Great Neck, NY. Scott’s specialty markets include Physicians, Dentists, and their business partners and offers Insurance Planning, multi-purpose Investment Strategies, Retirement Planning, Business Planning, and Long Term Care and Estate Planning. 

Scott completed his dual B.A. in History and Business Administration from The GeorgeWashington University. While there, he was a Peer Advisor for incoming students, as well as a distinguished member of Tau Kappa Epsilon.  In his spare time, his passions include music and playing drums, playing racquetball and watching Hockey, Football and Baseball, and enjoying quality time with his friends and family.  

 

Glenn Hickok

Financial Representative
516-465-9528

Glenn Hickok of The Johnson Financial Group began his career in finance in 2007. After holding the position of managing director for a hedge fund in Bergen County, NJ., Glenn made the decision to apply his skills and ability to financial security and planning. Glenn’s practice is based on working with good people who take responsibility and care for their future, and the well being of those they love.

 Glenn is married with two kids and enjoys time with his family and friends, church activities, Jui Jitsu, and community building events. 

 

Linda Chan

Office Manager
linda.chan@nmfn.com
516-465-9518

 

As an  Office Manager for The Johnson Financial Group, she is dedicated to providing a high level of commitment, professionalism and excellence in service and support to Rob's practice and clients. She has been in the financial services industry for over 10 years, mainly in the position of support and service. She holds an active Life & Health License, Series 6 and 63 and is registered Associate Agent with Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC. 
 
She is responsible for the processing and servicing of the investment and insurance related business. She believes in ensuring client satisfaction and strives to provide prompt attention and assistance to their many diverse needs.

 

Steve Kalata

Director of Development
steven.kalata@nmfn.com
516-465-9500 ext 128

In November 2010, Steven joined the Johnson Financial Group as Director of Development providing professional business coaching to new Financial Representatives. Steven spent the previous two years as a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network and specialized in creating financial security for his clients, their families and businesses. He comes with extensive knowledge of products and services available to help in the protection against risk, wealth accumulation and wealth preservation and distribution. Steven has completed Northwestern Mutual’s Internship 101 and Activity Coaching Clinic Seminars and is working towards his certification in Long Term care (CLTC) and currently enrolled in the American College for his Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation.

Steven is very active in the community sitting on the Hauppauge Industrial Association’s Food Drive Committee for Long Island Cares, Toys for Tots Holiday Toy Drive Campaign and the Quinlan Financial Group’s Charity Committee for the John Theissen’s Childrens Foundation. Away from work, Steven enjoys spending time with his family, plays in a Recreational Ice Hockey League and is a Level 2 Certified USA Hockey Coach. 

 

Debra Becker Newton

Director of Development
debra.becker-newton@nmfn.com
516-465-9519

Debra Becker-Newton, currently serves as a Director of Development with The Johnson Financial Group in Great Neck. Within her role, she primarily focuses on the developing and coaching of new financial representatives, two years and under. She truly enjoys working with new reps and helping them to achieve their goals. She originally joined Northwestern Mutual in June 2008, as the assistant to Robert Johnson.

 
She holds an active Life & Health License, Series 6 & 63, and is registered representative with Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC.
 
Prior to joining Northwestern Mutual, Debra was with John Hancock Financial Network where she specialized in Long Term Care Planning. She has spent the last six years working in the financial services industry, earning the designation of “Certified In Long Term Care” (CLTC), and came to us with extensive knowledge of the products available to help in the preservation of assets and the conservation of wealth. 
 
Debra resides in Northport with her husband, John and son, Alan. She is very active in the community, she is a member of the Northport Kiwanis Club,  The Northport Historical Society and The Woman’s Financial Network.

 

Morgan Freitag

Director of Selection
morgan.freitag@nmfn.com
516-465-9526

 

Morgan joined Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Representative in 2009 and expanded her role in the company as Director of Selection with Johnson Financial Group located in Great Neck, NY in October 2010. Morgan works to mutually select potential Financial Representatives that represent every aspect of the career. She enjoys educating people about a career with NMFN and helping them decide if the opportunity aligns with their own personal and professional growth potential.
 
Morgan is also licensed as an Associate Financial Representative. She holds an active Life & Health License in NY, IL and CA.
 
Morgan received her bachelor’s degree from the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC. She is originally from the Chicago area and currently resides in NY.

 

Sonya Sulton

Chief Financial Officer
sonya.sulton@nmfn.com
631-824-7909

Sonya began her career with Northwestern Mutual in January 2010 with Robert Johnson in Huntington, New York. In December 2010, she became the Director of Finance for The Johnson Financial Group in Great Neck, New York. Sonya’s role within the office is to oversee all aspects of The Johnson Financial Group's finances and to compensate employees & financial representatives. She is dedicated to the office’s financial health and overall growth.

Sonya has an extensive work background in the area of finance. Prior to working with Northwestern Mutual she has held positions in fixing company’s finances, training new hires in finance, and running companies.

Sonya graduated with honors, on the Dean’s list and currently holds an Associate of Arts in Business Administration.

Sonya resides in Smithtown, New York with her husband, Craig and four children. She is a member of the Smithtown Business & Professional Women’s Network. Sonya has served on the Smithtown PTA Board as the PTA Treasurer for two years and has headed many Committee Chairs for the Smithtown PTA. She was also the fundraising coordinator of Cub Scouts Pack 340.