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Gary Taylor

CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, AEP®

Managing Director

Gary Taylor joined Northwestern Mutual upon graduating from the University of Virginia in 1985. He’s earned four professional designations during his career, solidly positioning him to assist clients with their comprehensive financial planning needs. Gary is devoted to his career, clients, and community. He was recognized in 2013 as the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Person of the Year. Currently, he serves on the Emily Couric Cancer Center board and avidly supports The Paramount Theater. A Charlottesville, Virginia, native, Gary Taylor lives on Shadwell Mountain with his wife, Leigh Cantrell. He has three children, Kari, Hilary and Morgan. Gary enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, sailing and gardening.
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Ian Caskill

Director of Career Development

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Martin Couric

CFP®, CLU®, CLTC®

Field Director

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