NAIFA has been a lifeline to my success in the industry and has opened doors that would have never been possible! It's given me a deeper appreciation and understanding of the work we do for our clients and how our work impacts their lives every day.
One of the most common challenges NAIFA members share is their need for more leads, more clients, and more sales. Here are some insights that will help you achieve this goal.
New York Life announced recently that John Y. Kim, 53, has been elected a vice chairman of the company and will now oversee the company’s technology function, in addition to his current responsibilities. Kim will continue as president of New York Life’s Investments Group, which includes the investment management, annuities and retirement plan recordkeeping businesses, as well as chief investment officer of New York Life Insurance Company. In these combined roles, he is responsible for approximately $400 billion in assets under management.
The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company recently announced that Jonathan Self has been appointed sales manager of Navigon Financial Group, Penn Mutual’s career agency located in Raleigh, N.C.
The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company has named David Jacowitz named managing director of Central Financial Group, Penn Mutual’s career agency office located in Rochester, N.Y. As managing director, Jacowitz will be responsible for the development of the sales team, including the recruitment, training and supervising of producers.
Listen to veteran producer Ike Trotter as he reviews his illustrious career and describes the path he took on his way to the top.
Nicole Rex, President Elect of the NAIFA San Diego Chapter, recently graduated from the NAIFA Leadership in Life Institute. LILI is a six-month, leadership-development program devoted to advancing one’s personal growth and professional success.
Saybrus Partners, Inc. recently announced that D. Steve Shirley, CLU, CHFC, has joined the company as managing director, National Account.
NAIFA Past President David Smithkey, RFC, CLU, will be inducted into the Michigan Insurance Hall of Fame next month. The induction ceremony will take place on August 21 at the Country Club of Lansing in Lansing, Michigan.
