Staff

Our Team consists of three highly qualified, motivated, and passionate members including Jared Brogden, Andrew Johnson CFP, and Bill Dowdy CFP, CLU, ChFC, CASL. As a team, we desire a personal, in-depth planning relationship with our clients, their families, and businesses.  Our goal is to help you create financial security and independence by matching your values with your finances, as you seek to be good stewards of your blessings. 

We desire for you to call us at any time with any financial questions you have.  We commit to meeting with our clients at least annually to review, update, and make changes to their plan as needed.  Together, we stand committed to providing the best client service possible. If you have a problem or need assistance at any time, please let us know.

Jared R Brogden
Financial Representative
Jared.brogden@nmfn.com 
(919) 401-0340

Jared was introduced to Northwestern Mutual through his family's relationship with their Financial Advisor, Bill Dowdy.  Jared’s parents have worked with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network for over 10 years.  Jared is a fully Registered Financial Representative of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network which includes his Series 7 and 66 Securities Licenses as well as Life, Health, Disability and Long Term Care Insurance licenses.  Jared joins our team after having run his own practice for 4 years.

Through a full football scholarship, Jared attended East Carolina University from 2002 -2004 and Liberty University through 2006.  Jared graduated with a degree in Accounting, though he has a greater passion for the finance world.

Jared is a native of the Raleigh-Durham area.  He currently resides in Apex and has been married to his high school sweetheart, Jenna since September 2009.  Together, they actively serve at The Creek Church in Cary. Jared enjoys spending time with family and friends, football, golf, baseball, fishing, and most anything outdoors.

Andrew M Johnson, CFP 
Associate Wealth Management Advisor
andrew.m.johnson@nmfn.com
(919) 401-0340

After working with State Employees’ Credit Union for over 7 years as a Financial Services Officer, Andrew joined Bill’s staff at Northwestern Mutual in September of 2009. Andrew graduated with a BA from the University of North Carolina in 2001. He holds his Series 7, Series 6 and 63 securities licenses as well as his life and health and long term care licenses. Andrew also obtained his Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation in 2006. Andrew assists Bill in developing financial strategies for his clients and is available to answer clients’ questions that might arise concerning life insurance, investments or financial planning.

Andrew resides in Durham with his wife, Leslie, their son, Tyler and their Golden Retriever, Connor. He is a member of University Presbyterian Church in Chapel Hill and enjoys golfing, attending UNC football and basketball games and spending time with his family.