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Chris Hedum is the Director of Advisor Development at Northwestern Mutual - San Diego Network. Before joining Northwestern Mutual, Chris built an impressive career optimizing people & processes at growth-stage companies. He has led the scaling of high-performing teams, securing over $140,000,000 in investments during various funding rounds from top-tier VC firms. His approach has provided organizations with a blueprint for growth and operational excellence, emphasizing the importance of mindset and behavior shifts in achieving sustainable success. His expertise lies in optimizing sales teams, processes, and training programs, leading to consistent growth and exceptional results. Chris's career is marked by his ability to transform organizations through data-driven decision-making, inspirational leadership, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Chris's mission as a leader at Northwestern Mutual is to leverage his wealth of experience, combining data-driven strategies, inspirational leadership, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. He aims to foster powerful shifts in mindset and behaviors within the organization, empowering advisors to excel and helping clients achieve their financial goals. By joining Northwestern Mutual, Chris aligns his purpose with an organization that shares his commitment to elevating the trajectory of peoples’s lives. His purpose in joining Northwestern Mutual is to continue inspiring and empowering individuals, not only in their financial journeys but also in their personal and professional growth. He sees Northwestern Mutual as a platform to make a profound impact on the lives of both clients and advisors, driving them toward boundless possibilities and success.