Name: Kevin Paro Title: Financial Representative Company: Northwestern Mutual Location: West Hartford, CT Place of birth: Hartford, CT First job unrelated to your current field: I worked at a local music store. First job in current field: I started in insurance selling auto and home policies and moved up from there. What your firm does now and its plans for the future? I help individuals, families, and businesses identify their goals/dreams and develop a plan that addresses those needs and gets them started on the path to financial security. www.KevinParo.nm.com (860-490-8782). I will continue expanding my practice by working with motivated, intelligent, hard-working people in real estate and other industries who appreciate having a plan to achieve their goals. Hobbies: Music, golf, reading, spending time with family and friends. Favorite novel: "The Great Gatsby" Favorite film: "Shawshank Redemption" Keys to success: Honesty, hard work, networking, and professionalism. Person(s) you most admire): Steve Jobs; simply for his creative genius and drive. If you had to choose a different profession, what would it be? I'd love to be a teacher and hope to do so later in life.