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Katherine Forrester and her team believe in continually striving toward excellence in all personal and professional pursuits, and particularly in the service of clients who are making some of the most important decisions of their lives. Together they have over 40 years of experience and are dedicated to helping each and every client achieve financial security. They work to foster a culture that shares their philosophy and practices it daily. Anything less would be a compromise. Please call whenever you have a question, concern or a need. Katherine Forrester and her team are eager to help.

Michael W Forrester Associate Wealth Management Advisor michael.forrester@nmfn.com 952.224.7971 Michael’s career at Northwestern Mutual started thirteen years ago becoming the first full-time team member to Katherine’s expanding practice.  After spending two years working side-by-side, Michael left the firm to pursue a career in real estate consulting where he focused on investment real estate, marketing, and property management.  After owning and operating his own business for over ten years, Michael rejoined his sister at Northwestern Mutual to control operations.  Michael has a Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of Minnesota and a Culinary Arts Degree from Le Cordon Bleu.  Michael spends his free time playing guitar in indie-rock band,Mise en Place, socializing with friends and chasing his nephew around the city. His other interests include vegan cuisine, physical fitness training, competitive poker, and collecting records. Michael is a resident of SW Minneapolis where he lives with his rescued Pomeranians. Andrea S Pugsley Associate Wealth Management Advisor andie.pugsley@nmfn.com 952.224.7974 Andie has been on Katherine’s team since she began her career with Northwestern Mutual in 2006 coming from the retail banking side of the finance industry. She is fully licensed for all insurance and security products. Andie lives in Eden Prairie, MN and when she is not working she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her friends, family, and her puppy, Izzy.   Shaun Westphal Associate Financial Representative shaun.westphal@nmfn.com 952.224.7969 Shaun joined Katherine’s team at Northwestern Mutual in 2011 after a decade long career in logistics sales and marketing.  He is Series 7 and 66 securities licensed.  Shaun has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Marketing from Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD. Shaun enjoys his free time with his family, making music with friends, reading, and collecting books and records.  Shaun lives in St. Louis Park with his wife Emily, their 9 month old daughter, Audrey, and their dog, Paul Stanley. Kathy L Brown Executive Assistant kathy.brown@nmfn.com 952.224.3815 Joining Katherine’s team at Northwestern Mutual in 2012, Kathy came with over ten years of experience assisting wealth managers in the Minneapolis area.  She obtained  her Series 6 and 63 securities licenses. Kathy will be responsible for maintaining the calendar and scheduling follow-up appointments as well as preparing for meeting with clients and prospects and assisting the team with projects related to events and marketing programs. Kathy lives in St. Louis Park with her son, Cole (17) and enjoys watching him play varsity football and baseball as well as Legion ball in the summer.  Her spare time is spent jogging with their dog, Buddy, spending time with friends and family as well as relaxing with a good book, a movie or knitting.

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