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Emily Cabbage

Emily Cabbage


Recent posts by Emily Cabbage

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Jake Kaufmann Member Profile: Building a Thriving Insurance Career While Empowering Clients and Colleagues

By Emily Cabbage on 9/30/24 2:23 PM

Jake Kaufmann’s dedication to his clients, his passion for the financial services industry, and his leadership within NAIFA all highlight his commitment to helping others succeed. His journey serves as an inspiring example of what it means to thrive in the insurance profession while making a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and colleagues alike. Hailing from Billings, MT, Jake has been a loyal NAIFA member since 2017.

Topics: Loyal Member Profile
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Shaping Financial Futures: Marie Gilmour O'Keefe's Impact on Clients and Community

By Emily Cabbage on 8/28/24 11:00 AM

Marie Gilmour O'Keefe’s career path has been anything but conventional. Her entry into the financial services sector came through a winding route that began in the world of food service and hospitality. The pivot from hospitality to financial services came when her mother-in-law’s financial advisor inquired about people looking for job opportunities, she suggested that Marie’s husband might be a fit. To which he responded—“I hate people, but you should talk to my wife”— which led to a meeting that ultimately set the stage for Marie's new career path.

Marie had early exposure to financial services through her father, who transitioned from being a preacher to a career in financial services. Although Marie initially had little interest in following her father’s footsteps, her perspective changed as she approached a new phase of her life. Her father’s influence, combined with her own experiences and evolving interests, led her to reconsider this career path. Marie has been a financial advisor for the last 12 years.

Topics: Member Spotlight
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Sharks Never Stop Swimming: Uncover the Shark Mindset with Walter Bond

By Emily Cabbage on 7/8/24 7:08 PM

Reggie Miller said, "Sharks never stop swimming; that's when they die. You gotta keep moving" and no one believes that more than NAIFA member, Walter Bond. In the essence of "never stop swimming," there are multiple places in the coming weeks where you have the opportunity to engage with Walter, the author of "Swim!: How a Shark, Suckerfish, and a Parasite Teach Your Leadership, Mentoring, and Next Level Success."  Jump in to discover how Walter can help make you more productive this summer from workshops to books to Apex!

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NAIFA & Life Happens Participate at 2024 Farmer's Embrace Conference

By Emily Cabbage on 5/6/24 6:24 PM

At the end of April, NAIFA was a proud sponsor of the 2024 Farmers Embrace Conference in Las Vegas. In 2020, this conference was created by Gabriela Reyna, loyal member since 2011, has grown to more than 800 attendees in just five years. Life Happens was honored to be selected as the 2024 Conference Charity and sponsored keynote speaker, Van Mueller, loyal member since 1979.

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Loyal Member Spotlight: Ronald Koehler, ChFC

By Emily Cabbage on 3/21/24 10:40 AM

Ronald Koehler: A Lifetime of Financial Planning Excellence and Advocacy

Ronald Koehler, ChFC, LUTCF, a veteran financial planner and loyal NAIFA member since 1984 from Galesburg, IL, has dedicated an impressive four decades to the industry. His impact resonates not only within his local community but also across the broader landscape of financial planning advocacy. In an exclusive interview, Koehler shared profound insights into his career journey, emphasizing his involvement with NAIFA (National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors) and the pivotal role of mentorship in shaping the future of financial advising.

Koehler's odyssey commenced in 1984, fresh out of Iowa State University in Ames, IA. Koehler's professional trajectory led him to Galesburg, where he is currently a Partner at Charterpoint Wealth Strategies.

Topics: Member Spotlight
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NAIFA Member, Mike Washburn, Receives Top Honors from American National

By Emily Cabbage on 2/16/24 1:11 PM

Congratulations to Mike Washburn, FSS, CLF, LUTCF, loyal member since 1987 of Cordova, TN on being inducted into American National's Multiple Line Hall of Fame. This honor recognizes a career of success in performance excellence, support of American National and its values, and a spirit of giving back to the industry, communities, and peers. In addition to receiving the most prestigious recognition that can be bestowed upon a member of the American National field team, he was also recognized as the Life Insurance MLGA of the Year, Gold. Mike joined American National in 1986 and became a NAIFA member the following year. He has held numerous positions on the NAIFA-Memphis/West-TN board, including serving as president in 1996.

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February is I Love NAIFA Month

By Emily Cabbage on 2/1/24 10:49 AM

Throughout February, NAIFA will be showing our appreciation for our members with articles on the Advisor Today platform and in social media posts. Our first print 2024 issue of Advisor Today magazine will be mailed exclusively to NAIFA members this month, with articles highlighting NAIFA President Tom Cothron, LUTCF, FSCP, 2023 NAIFA award recipients, attendees of NAIFA’s National Leadership Conference and Belong event, and much more.

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Tim Westerman Recognized as 2023 Q1 Hard Hat Recipient

By Emily Cabbage on 4/13/23 11:50 AM

We are pleased to announce that Tim Westerman, MBA, LUTCF is the 2023 Q1 Membership Hard Hat recipient. Thanks to his recruiting efforts, we added 24 new or reinstated members to NAIFA Nation! Like many members, Tim joined NAIFA in 1997 when his agency manager told him he needed to belong. As a Sales Leader for State Farm in Chesapeake, VA, Tim feels that "paying your NAIFA membership dues is paying for an insurance policy premium put in place to protect our livelihoods." Because of this mindset, he has strongly encouraged his team to belong to NAIFA.

Tim recalls an encounter during his first year as a NAIFA member. During a local meeting, an advisor from a competing agency approached him and asked him about his practice, and offered to provide advice for Tim to open his own agency. This advisor was also the moderator for his LUTCF course and provided many insights into the sales and marketing process. Over the years, this advisor became a great mentor to Tim. He states, "Where else would you find an agent/advisor of a competing company willing to help you in your business? That's what NAIFA is all about. A rising tide raises all ships and iron sharpens iron." Thank you, Tim, for your dedication and leadership! We are #NAIFAproud to call you one of our own!

 
 
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Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS) Celebrates 85th Anniversary

By Emily Cabbage on 10/14/21 6:58 PM

Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS) is a proud NAIFA Advocacy Partner. 2021 marks their 85th anniversary and NAIFA members and staff joined WIFS for their annual conference and celebration in Indianapolis. The theme for this special anniversary conference was "Shine: The Spark to Ignites at 85." 

We are #NAIFAproud of our members who are actively leading within WIFS. Especially, Toni Gonzales, LACP, loyal member since 2017. Toni was elected 2021-22 WIFS Vice President during the conference.

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Adam Sachs Honored as Q2 2021 Membership Hard Hat Recipient

By Emily Cabbage on 9/2/21 6:15 PM

Adam Sachs, CFP, CLU, ChFC, CLTC, AIF, a Financial Advisor with Centinel Financial Group, LLC, was recently named NAIFA's Q2 Membership Hard Hat recipient. Adam is a loyal member since 1994 and is currently serving as Massachusetts Membership Chair. Working side by side with his membership team they mapped out an annual plan, complete with goals and expectations of the committee, and distributed it with much success.

Topics: Leaders

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