Benefits:

Retirement

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Transition Your Teaching Skills into Financial Services:

Leverage Your Communication Expertise: Educators could excel in financial services because they have the confidence and communication skills needed to guide clients through important decisions that can shape their financial futures.

Build Lifelong Relationships: While educators often lose touch with students as they move into new life stages, financial services could allow you to maintain close, long-term relationships with clients, helping them at every stage of life.

See the Impact of Your Work: Just as you’ve witnessed the difference you made in the classroom, this career could offer the chance to see how your guidance positively affects clients’ lives, both now and in the future.

Achieve Greater Rewards: Transitioning into financial services could offer not only a more rewarding career path but often greater financial opportunities as well.

Meet Our Local Leaders:

Shane Frugé – Managing Director:

How long with NM? 30 years

Prior Experience? Started as an intern with Northwestern Mutual and transitioned to a full-time role after graduating with a degree in finance.

Passionate About? Helping families and businesses plan for the unexpected and make informed financial decisions. Shane has been recognized by Forbes multiple times for excellence in integrated investment and risk planning and was invited to join the prestigious Private Client Group—an honor held by only ½ of 1% of advisors at the company. He is the Co-Founder and Founding Partner of Volante Integrated Planning (V.I.P.), a firm dedicated to guiding clients toward better financial outcomes through thoughtful and personalized planning.

Jennifer Steil – RICP®, WMCP®, CFP®, AEP®, ChFC®, CLU®:

How long with NM? 15 years

Prior Experience? Born and raised in the Houston area, Jennifer earned a psychology degree from Texas A&M University. Before joining Northwestern Mutual, she worked in real estate.

Passionate About? Jennifer is passionate about creating lasting financial impact for the families and individuals she serves. Outside of work, she is married and is a proud baseball mom to their 8-year-old son. She loves traveling, practicing yoga, and considers herself a novice foodie and wine connoisseur.

Stewart Keltner – Wealth Management Advisor:

How long with NM? 13 years

Prior Experience? Stewart began his entrepreneurial journey early, starting and running a lawn service in 7th and 8th grade. He gave tennis lessons at a country club throughout high school, then held several roles during college—including working as a practice dummy for the Texas Football program for three years, retailing at Banana Republic, and co-leading the Texas 4000 for Cancer charity bike ride from Austin, TX to Anchorage, AK.

Passionate About? Stewart is passionate about helping clients navigate life with strong financial strategies. His adventurous spirit and early leadership experiences continue to fuel his commitment to service, growth, and lasting impact.

Andrew Thibodeaux – Financial Representative:

How long with NM? 4 years

Prior Experience? Before joining Northwestern Mutual, Andrew worked as a Nursing Home Administrator and held a Regional Business Development role for a therapy company. He brings extensive experience from the medical field, including long-term care operations, hospital management, patient care coordination, and staff development across healthcare settings.

Passionate About? A former college baseball player, Andrew is passionate about staying active and following sports across all major leagues—MLB, NFL, hockey, and tennis. Outside of work, he enjoys working out and staying grounded through his involvement with his church.

About Us: At Frugé Financial Group, our mission is to empower individuals, families, and business owners across Texas by delivering world-class financial guidance rooted in integrity, clarity, and generational impact. Nationally recognized for advisor development and led by a Forbes-honored leader within the elite Private Client Group, our team is intentionally building a firm that supports future generations in our local communities—one life at a time. We believe in going beyond simply answering questions; we are committed to providing thoughtful, customized solutions through a comprehensive planning process that helps our clients achieve meaningful, lasting outcomes. Guided by a vision of continuous growth and adaptive financial behavior coaching, we aim to leave every person and every community we touch better than we found them.

Position Responsibilities for a Financial Representative:

Educate clients on financial planning and insurance options.

Provide excellent customer service and build lasting relationships.

Collaborate with a local supportive team.

Position Requirements:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Goal-oriented with a desire to succeed.

Life insurance license and FINRA certifications (or willingness to obtain).

Our Unique Angle: Meticulous Training and Support

We distinguish ourselves by prioritizing a meticulous focus on the process, ensuring sustainable business practices and a predictable high-activity approach, setting us apart from an industry often fixated on end results.

Position Perks:

Significant bonus opportunity commensurate with outcomes

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Ongoing professional development

Local culture of support and positive recognition

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Shane Frugé is a General Agent of NM and is not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.

Flexible work from home options available.