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Intersect Financial Founders: Roman Hernandez and Tom Patnode Tom is the lead advisor for their team’s 401(k) clients.

Tom has more than 25 years of experience as a Wealth Management Advisor and has been with Northwestern Mutual, Twin Cities for nearly 20 years. Along with developing financial strategies for families and individuals, Tom spends much of his time with business owners specializing in comprehensive business planning. Known for his diligence and creative ideas, Tom’s expertise with business transitions

and leveraging qualified retirement plans is unique. Tom and his team design 401(k) plans for organizations with a focus on effectively recruiting and retaining talent for their workforce. He takes service to another level with business clients as he implements both education and financial wellness programs for their employees. As an accomplished Wealth Management Advisor, Tom is committed and grateful for the opportunity to serve and guide his clients to establish financial security today and in the future.

06/02/2026

AI is driving stocks higher—but narrow market leadership means that there is more to these gains than meets the eye. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO Brent Schutte examines what’s underneath the gains and why diversification still matters. http://spr.ly/6183B8iYpF

05/27/2026

AI leadership, hotter inflation signals, and a changing of the guard at the Fed—Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company CIO Brent Schutte breaks down the economic data and markets news investors need to know. http://spr.ly/6187B8VDrb

05/19/2026

As AI-leveraging stocks continue to surge, many have asked whether investors are ignoring the risks of the Iran energy crisis. The answer is yes, but only at the index level. In reality, the answer is far more nuanced. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company CIO Brent Schutte addresses this question and more in the latest Weekly Market Commentary. http://spr.ly/6181BB4eY9

05/12/2026

Equities moved higher again this week, supported by continued strong earnings, fresh evidence of a stabilizing labor market, and growing optimism surrounding artificial intelligence. Beneath the surface, however, the U.S. economy has only grown more divided. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company CIO Brent Schutte breaks down the latest market news and economic data. http://spr.ly/6184BBsJWo

05/05/2026

The S&P 500 closed at a record high on Friday as the Fed opted to hold rates steady amid signs of a stabilizing labor market and strong AI-fueled economic growth. Brent Schutte, chief investment officer of the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, breaks down the latest news and key data you need to know. http://spr.ly/6189BBw2Il

04/28/2026

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has the potential to elevate already persistent inflationary pressures and weigh on overall growth. Navigating these uncertainties can feel daunting, which is exactly why establishing a relationship with a dedicated financial advisor can help you stay on track with your long-term goals. http://spr.ly/6183BBzd8l

04/21/2026

A rising tide of optimism had been gathering in the equity markets as Iran announced last week that the Strait of Hormuz had been reopened for business.

Less than 24 hours later, however, Iran reclosed the strait. Oil prices have risen as a result, further fueling economic uncertainty amid a complex tug-of-war between resilient employment and rate-sensitive slowdowns.

Read more: http://spr.ly/6182BB6yLC

04/14/2026

Stalled peace talks between the U.S. and Iran over the weekend, alongside recent reports of stubborn inflation and dipping consumer sentiment, highlight the delicate economic balance the Federal Reserve must navigate as it approaches interest rates at its upcoming meeting. http://spr.ly/6186B62wAM

04/13/2026

The first quarter of 2026 was a tale of two markets: January and February were categorized by strong returns, only for performance to shift abruptly in March following the Middle East conflict. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO Brent Schutte recaps an eventful Q1. http://spr.ly/6189B6LaIH

04/07/2026

Stocks ended higher last week for the first time in over six weeks, a rebound fueled by lower interest rates and an economy that has remained resilient in the face of geopolitical uncertainty. http://spr.ly/6183B6QHXT

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1191 Northland Drive
Mendota Heights, MN
55120

Telephone

+16519056461

Website

https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/tom-patnode/

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