Associates

       Our financial representatives are the face of our organization. They not only represent the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, but they also represent the best interests of their clients. We are proud of their accomplishments, share in their enthusiasm and drive, and help motivate them to achieve the highest level of excellence.

Chuck Kuss CLU®, ChFC®

 Financial Advisor

For the past 20 years, Chuck has been building relationships with his clients and helping them protect and provide for those people they care about most.  In all situations, Chuck will make those recommendations which he would do for himself and his family if faced with a similar situation.  He received his Charterd Life Underwriter (CLU) and his Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designations from the American College.  Chuck graduated from the University of Akon with a Bachelor's degree in  Accounting.

Chuck resides in Wadsworth, OH with his wife, Tricia.  Together they have two children, Jonathan and Rebecca.  He is actively involved in his community. Chuck is a member of both the Wooster and Wadsworth Chamber of Commerce.  In addition, he is a member of First Christian Church, Exchange Club, a school board advisor, PTA member, and helps coach his children's sports teams.

In his spare time, Chuck enjoys outdoor activities including camping, fishing, bird watching, hunting, and gardening.  

Tom Michailides, CLTC

Financial Representative

Tom graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Political Science- Pre Law. In 2001, Tom married his wife, Natalie.  They have two children Sam and Gabby. Tom and Natalie enjoy spending time with Sam and Gabby and traveling.

Tom has served on the Board of Directors of the Canton Palace Theatre as well as other organizations committed to the betterment of the community.

Chris Brown, CLU®

Investment Specialist

Chris is our Investment Specialist. His mission is to help his clients attain financial security for their families and businesses. Because you cannot predict the future, Chris will help you prepare for the best and worst case scenarios and create a long-term relationship based on quality service and integrity. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 2001 with a degree in Family Financial Management.

Brad Martindale

Financial Representative

Brad works with individuals and businesses on providing solutions to help accomplish their goals. He is a board member and Human Resource committee member of Pegasus Farms in Hartville, OH and is involved in the Jackson and Canton Chamber of Commerce.

Casey Cicconetti

Financial Representative

Matthew Lysiak, CLU®, CLTC

Financial Representative

Matthew’s mission is to help people visualize their short, mid, and long-term goals and then ensuring they have a meaningful strategy to help achieve them. He has a deep passion in continuing to educate and better himself by which he spends a lot of time reading various finance books and other forms of literature. Matthew has obtained his Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC) designations.

In 2007, Matthew received his Bachelor’s degree from Mount Union College in Finance and Accounting. He is a member of NAIFA and the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Alumni Association. Matthew resides in North Canton, OH and enjoys spending time with friends and family, golfing, and reading.  

Kevin McNemar

Associate Financial Representative

Kevin joined Northwestern Mutual in 2007.  Kevin is fully licensed in life and health insurance in the state of Ohio and Series 6 investment license.  Kevin focuses on providing clients with quality customer service they have come to expect from Northwestern Mutual.

Kevin lives in Canton, OH and enjoys cooking, playing with his dog, Tucker, and watching movies.  He graduated from Ohio University in 2003 with a degree in Health Service Administration

Jessica Modic

Financial Representative

Jessica gets excited about helping her clients and their families create individualized innovative solutions to achieve their goals and dreams which are most important to them.

 Jessica graduated from Walsh University in 2008 with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. She currently lives in North Canton, OH and enjoys spending time with family and friends and playing softball.

Anthony Fleming

Financial Representative

Anthony helps his clients with financial security solutions, while focusing on the needs of executives and business owners.  The cornerstones of his practice are excellent client service, a committment to continuing education and long-term relatioinships.  Anthony believes a strong team and unwavering ethics help to differentiate his business.

Anthony has been married to Lacie since1999. Together they have two boys, Kaden and Kolsen.  Anthony and Lacie enjoy spending time with their children, family and friends.  Anthony also enjoys coaching his son's baseball, basketball, and soccer teams.

Anthony is committed to the betterment of the community he lives in.  Anthony is involved with the American Heart Association, Hope for Hearts, and the Susan G. Komen Foundation. 

Lee Foster

Financial Representative

Lee’s mission as a Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Representative is to help you align your current financial picture with your future financial goals. Along with my team of Specialists, it is our job to provide you with innovative solutions using world-class insurance services to help you work towards your financial security. Through this, Lee develops enduring life-long relationships with his clients. Lee graduated from Kent State University in 2009 with a degree in Marketing. He is a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles and Sons of the American Legion.

Thomas Biel

Financial Representative

Chelsea Coleman

Financial Representative