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  • Kimberly Ellis Is Making an Impact in Financial Services October 23, 2026
    Sometimes the most meaningful career transitions are the ones that allow us to bring what we have learned from one chapter into an entirely new one. For Kimberly Ellis, M. Ed.,that meant taking more than a decade of experience in education and bringing her passion for teaching, relationship building, and serving others into financial services.
  • The Secondary Market for Life Insurance: Current Trends and New Applications October 21, 2026
    The secondary market for life insurance continues to evolve, creating new opportunities for financial professionals to help clients maximize the value of their existing policies. As individuals approach retirement and their financial needs change, life settlements can provide an alternative to surrendering or allowing policies to lapse.
  • Wealth Transfer Planning: Protecting Your Legacy Beyond the Estate Plan October 21, 2026
    A successful wealth transfer plan involves more than deciding who will inherit assets. It requires preparing future generations, encouraging open communication, and ensuring that financial resources reflect a family's values and long-term goals.
  • State of NAIFA Q4 2026 Webinar - Recording Now Available October 20, 2026
    On October 14, 2026 NAIFA hosted the Q4 State of NAIFA webinar. NAIFA President Christopher Gandy, NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux, and NAIFA SVP of Government Relations Diane Boyle provided updates on where NAIFA is as an association, NAIFA programs, and ongoing advocacy and legislative efforts and priorities, as well as information to help you get […]
  • Don't Be Scared of Long-Term Care October 16, 2026
    Long-term care planning can be one of the more challenging conversations financial professionals have with clients, but it does not have to be a scary one. NAIFA’s Limited and Extended Care Planning (LECP) Center is getting an early start on Long-Term Care Awareness Month with “Don’t Be Scared of Long-Term Care,” a free virtual LECP […]
  • NAIFA Member Spotlight: Clint Hinderaker October 16, 2026
    For Clint Hinderaker, a career in financial services began with a personal experience that changed the direction of his future. While studying at the University of Iowa, Clint was initially interested in banking. That changed after his grandfather passed away and Clint had the opportunity to see some of the financial and estate planning his […]
  • NAIFA’s Diane Boyle Named a Top 20 Advocacy Professional for 2026 October 15, 2026
    Diane Boyle, senior vice president of government relations for the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), has been named one of the Advocacy Association’s Top 20 Advocacy Professionals for 2026.
  • Register for Q4 2026 State of NAIFA October 12, 2026
    As 2026 enters its final quarter, NAIFA members are invited to hear directly from association leadership about where NAIFA stands today and what lies ahead.
  • NAIFA Member Spotlight: Julio (Ricky) Gonzalez October 9, 2026
    Ricky Gonzalez, owner of Pinnacle Financial Group, has built his career around a simple philosophy: do the right thing, help people, and the rest will follow. A financial services professional since 1997, Ricky’s career has taken him from his early days as a stockbroker to building a multifaceted financial services business serving individuals, families, physicians, […]
  • Soundbites that Stick, Show, and Sell October 6, 2026
    The right words can make the difference between being heard and being remembered. Join us Wednesday, October 21, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Eastern for a NAIFA webinar featuring Paul Kingsman, RICP, National Director of Practice Management at Ash Brokerage, who will share practical ways financial professionals can communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.
  • Buy-Sell for LLC Q&A with Andrew Rinn and Kathleen Bilderback October 6, 2026
    Buy-sell planning can become increasingly complex when a business has three or more owners. Join us Tuesday, October 27, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Eastern for a NAIFA webinar featuring Andrew Rinn, JD, CFP, CLU, ChFC, Assistant Vice President of Advanced Strategies at Midland National Life, and Kathleen Bilderback, JD, LLM, AEP, Counsel at Sandberg […]
  • From “Yes” to “How”: Turning the Three Great Transfers into Lasting Client Relationships October 6, 2026
    The way families prepare for retirement, wealth transfer, and caregiving is changing, creating new opportunities for financial professionals to deepen relationships across generations. Join us Thursday, October 15, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Eastern for NAIFA Live, featuring Carroll S. Golden, CLU, ChFC, CLTC, CASL, LECP, FLMI, LACP, Executive Director of the NAIFA Knowledge Centers, […]
  • Q4 2026 State of NAIFA October 2, 2026
    As 2026 enters its final quarter, NAIFA members are invited to hear directly from association leadership about where NAIFA stands today and what lies ahead.
  • Gillies, Krawczyk, Kunze, and True Named NAIFA’s 4 Under 40 Award Winners for 2026 October 1, 2026
    NAIFA is pleased to announce the 2026 winners of its annual 4 Under 40 awards: Blake Gillies, MBA, LUTCF, of NAIFA-Louisiana; Thomas Krawczyk, FSCP, of NAIFA-Washington; Melanie Kunze, CFP, of NAIFA-Wisconsin; and Derek True, DIA, DHP, of NAIFA-Texas.
  • NAIFA-New Jersey Examines Changes to the Independent Contractor Rule September 28, 2026
    In a recent 10-minute video discussion, NAIFA-New Jersey Membership Chair Ryan Ross is joined by the chapter’s lobbyist, Paul Brent, and NAIFA member Matt Simon to discuss the state’s independent contractor rule and what potential changes could mean for insurance and financial professionals. 
  • The Secondary Market for Life Insurance: Current Trends and New Applications September 28, 2026
    The secondary market for life insurance continues to evolve, creating new opportunities for financial professionals to help clients evaluate policies that may no longer meet their needs. Join us Thursday, October 1, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Eastern for a webinar featuring Peter Hershon, CLU, ChFC, Senior Vice President of Account Services at Coventry, who […]
  • NAIFA Announces Candidates Nominated for 2027 National Leadership Roles September 25, 2026
    The Committee on Governance of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) has nominated Andrew J. Rinn, JD, CFP, CLU, ChFC, Assistant Vice President-Advanced Strategies with Sammons Financial in West Des Moines, Iowa, to be NAIFA’s 2027 Secretary. Rinn, who currently serves on NAIFA’s National Professional Development Committee and Political Action Committee, is […]
  • Lynda D. Turner: Nearly Four Decades of Commitment to NAIFA and the Financial Services Profession September 21, 2026
    For Lynda D. Turner, a career in financial services began with an unexpected change in direction. After 17 years as a business office manager, her employer moved its operations to Texas. Rather than uproot her family, Lynda accepted a voluntary buyout. When she reached out to a friend at Equitable Life Insurance to help replace […]
  • NAIFA Trustee Josh O’Gara Is NAIFA's 2026 YAT Leader of the Year September 17, 2026
    The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) is thrilled to announce that Joshua O’Gara, CLU, ChFC, CFP, has been named the 2026 Young Advisor Team Leader of the Year. This award celebrates outstanding leadership, dedication, and impact within the financial advisory industry, recognizing individuals who exemplify the highest standards of excellence.
  • Four NAIFA Legends to Be Honored as Hall of Fame Inductees September 10, 2026
    The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) is pleased to announce four new inductees into the NAIFA Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame to recognizes and celebrates NAIFA members whose extraordinary service and contributions represent the legacy of the most accomplished, impactful, and inspirational members of the NAIFA family.

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https://at.naifa.org/get-to-know-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz

Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, President of Bryon Holz & Associates, Brandon, FL, is NAIFA's 2023 President.

 

Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, President of Bryon Holz & Associates, Brandon, FL, is NAIFA's 2023 President.


Leaders
Wed, 04 Jan 2023 21:41:46 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA)
https://at.naifa.org/get-to-know-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz
2023-01-04T21:41:46Z

https://at.naifa.org/digital-marketing-ai-technology-to-drive-life-insurance-annuity-sales-in-2023

Digital Marketing had the biggest growth for generating insurance sales since 2021. In a recent global study conducted by Accenture, most insurance buyers now search for information on digital channels. 48% of insurance customers who responded to an Accenture survey stated that social media would factor into their insurance-buying decision. Introducing agents and training to effectively utilize email, social media, web-based advertising, text messages, and personalized videos which helps maximize their value delivery.

Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the technology driving the industry to new insurance sales as it does with other industries in e-commerce. Winning agencies will become more data-driven and introduce agents to tools that utilize data analytics and AI to grow their businesses. Whether finding patterns based on past data to predict future events or leveraging AI to make assumptions and predictions beyond human capabilities, successful agents and agencies will take advantage of these new technology tools.

 

Digital Marketing had the biggest growth for generating insurance sales since 2021. In a recent global study conducted by Accenture, most insurance buyers now search for information on digital channels. 48% of insurance customers who responded to an Accenture survey stated that social media would factor into their insurance-buying decision. Introducing agents and training to effectively utilize email, social media, web-based advertising, text messages, and personalized videos which helps maximize their value delivery.

Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the technology driving the industry to new insurance sales as it does with other industries in e-commerce. Winning agencies will become more data-driven and introduce agents to tools that utilize data analytics and AI to grow their businesses. Whether finding patterns based on past data to predict future events or leveraging AI to make assumptions and predictions beyond human capabilities, successful agents and agencies will take advantage of these new technology tools.


Annuities
Life Insurance & Annuities
Marketing
Sales & Marketing
Social Media Marketing
FinTech
Insurance
Wed, 04 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT ken@insurtechexpress.com (Ken Leibow)
https://at.naifa.org/digital-marketing-ai-technology-to-drive-life-insurance-annuity-sales-in-2023
2023-01-04T15:00:00Z

https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-peter-glassman

NAIFA-GWDC Past President Peter Glassman, CFP, is a Founding Partner of Wealth Insight Partners and has been a loyal NAIFA member since 1989.

After graduating with a business and marketing degree in 1987, Glassman moved from Connecticut to Washington, D.C., where a family friend suggested he get into the insurance and financial services industry. After learning more he dove into what turned out to be the beginning of a career. Thirty-five years later, Glassman is still dedicated to helping his clients plan for their futures.

 

NAIFA-GWDC Past President Peter Glassman, CFP, is a Founding Partner of Wealth Insight Partners and has been a loyal NAIFA member since 1989.

After graduating with a business and marketing degree in 1987, Glassman moved from Connecticut to Washington, D.C., where a family friend suggested he get into the insurance and financial services industry. After learning more he dove into what turned out to be the beginning of a career. Thirty-five years later, Glassman is still dedicated to helping his clients plan for their futures.


Member Spotlight
Member Profile
Loyal Member Profile
Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT rfriend@naifa.org (Ronan Friend)
https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-peter-glassman
2023-01-03T15:00:00Z

https://at.naifa.org/year-in-review-camaraderie-as-a-strategy

Chris Gandy is the Founder of Midwest Legacy Group LLC, a boutique concierge insurance group for executives, professional athletes, physicians, business owners, and entrepreneurs. It focuses on the client's interests in wealth accumulation, wealth preservation, retirement strategies, insurance, asset protection, and investments.

 

Chris Gandy is the Founder of Midwest Legacy Group LLC, a boutique concierge insurance group for executives, professional athletes, physicians, business owners, and entrepreneurs. It focuses on the client's interests in wealth accumulation, wealth preservation, retirement strategies, insurance, asset protection, and investments.


NAIFA
Podcast
Advisor Today
Chris Gandy
Suzanne Carawan
Midwest Legacy Group LLC
Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (Advisor Today)
https://at.naifa.org/year-in-review-camaraderie-as-a-strategy
2022-12-14T10:00:00Z

https://at.naifa.org/dennis-cuccinelli-receives-naifas-inaugural-membership-hard-hat-award

Dennis Cuccinelli, LACP, an Independent Advisor associated with Certified Financial Services from Paramus, NJ, has received NAIFA's inaugural Annual Membership Hard Hat Award. He was presented the award by current NAIFA President Lawrence Holzberg, LUTCF, LACP, and incoming 2023 President Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, November 14 in Washington, D.C., at NAIFA’s Belong awards celebration that was part of the National Leadership Conference.

 

Dennis Cuccinelli, LACP, an Independent Advisor associated with Certified Financial Services from Paramus, NJ, has received NAIFA's inaugural Annual Membership Hard Hat Award. He was presented the award by current NAIFA President Lawrence Holzberg, LUTCF, LACP, and incoming 2023 President Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, November 14 in Washington, D.C., at NAIFA’s Belong awards celebration that was part of the National Leadership Conference.


Award Winners
Press Release
Membership
Tue, 13 Dec 2022 18:00:00 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA)
https://at.naifa.org/dennis-cuccinelli-receives-naifas-inaugural-membership-hard-hat-award
2022-12-13T18:00:00Z

https://at.naifa.org/q1-state-of-naifa-introduces-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz

On January 10, join 2023 NAIFA-National President Bryon Holz, NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux, and NAIFA SVP of Government Relations Diane Boyle for the first State of NAIFA webinar of the new year.

Holz, Mayeux, and Boyle will share an update on where NAIFA is as an organization, preview NAIFA's advocacy goals for the new year, and highlight the benefits available exclusively to NAIFA members.

 

On January 10, join 2023 NAIFA-National President Bryon Holz, NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux, and NAIFA SVP of Government Relations Diane Boyle for the first State of NAIFA webinar of the new year.

Holz, Mayeux, and Boyle will share an update on where NAIFA is as an organization, preview NAIFA's advocacy goals for the new year, and highlight the benefits available exclusively to NAIFA members.


NAIFA Events
Leadership
Tue, 13 Dec 2022 15:34:26 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA)
https://at.naifa.org/q1-state-of-naifa-introduces-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz
2022-12-13T15:34:26Z

https://at.naifa.org/e4-presents-a-special-brew-with-2021-4-under-40-winner-steve-walker

This Wednesday, December 14 at 1 pm eastern, join NAIFA's first financial security champion, E4 Insurance Services, for their next Building Relationship Every Week (BREW) webinar.

This week's BREW will feature Steve Walker, CLTC, LUTCF, Vice President of Institutional Accounts at E4, loyal NAIFA member since 2009, and a NAIFA 4 Under 40 Award Winner in 2021.

 

This Wednesday, December 14 at 1 pm eastern, join NAIFA's first financial security champion, E4 Insurance Services, for their next Building Relationship Every Week (BREW) webinar.

This week's BREW will feature Steve Walker, CLTC, LUTCF, Vice President of Institutional Accounts at E4, loyal NAIFA member since 2009, and a NAIFA 4 Under 40 Award Winner in 2021.


Health Care
Medicare
Webinar
Leaders
Insurance Webinar
Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:18:32 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA)
https://at.naifa.org/e4-presents-a-special-brew-with-2021-4-under-40-winner-steve-walker
2022-12-12T16:18:32Z

https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-joshua-ogara

For Joshua O’Gara, CLU, ChFC, CFP, Owner and Founder of O'Gara Financial Group, entrepreneurship runs in the family. Both of his parents were small business owners and O’Gara inherited their drive. His entrepreneurial spirit—along with his college studies in economics and his desire to help people—made a career in insurance and financial services a perfect fit.

 

For Joshua O’Gara, CLU, ChFC, CFP, Owner and Founder of O'Gara Financial Group, entrepreneurship runs in the family. Both of his parents were small business owners and O’Gara inherited their drive. His entrepreneurial spirit—along with his college studies in economics and his desire to help people—made a career in insurance and financial services a perfect fit.


Member Spotlight
Member Profile
Loyal Member Profile
Mon, 12 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT rfriend@naifa.org (Ronan Friend)
https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-joshua-ogara
2022-12-12T15:00:00Z

https://at.naifa.org/how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-long-term-care

As your parents age, there’s a good chance they will need long-term care. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, more than half of Americans turning 65 today will develop a disability serious enough that they will need daily help with the basic activities of living. Most will need care for less than two years, but 1 in 7 will need assistance for more than five years.

As tough as it might be to imagine your parents being unable to care for themselves, the thought of discussing this possibility with them probably seems even harder. But it’s important to talk to your parents sooner rather than later to develop a plan for long-term care if they ever need it. If you wait for an emergency to strike, emotions will be running high and you’ll likely have fewer options to deal with your parents’ need for care.

 

As your parents age, there’s a good chance they will need long-term care. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, more than half of Americans turning 65 today will develop a disability serious enough that they will need daily help with the basic activities of living. Most will need care for less than two years, but 1 in 7 will need assistance for more than five years.

As tough as it might be to imagine your parents being unable to care for themselves, the thought of discussing this possibility with them probably seems even harder. But it’s important to talk to your parents sooner rather than later to develop a plan for long-term care if they ever need it. If you wait for an emergency to strike, emotions will be running high and you’ll likely have fewer options to deal with your parents’ need for care.


Long-Term Care
Extended Care
Limited Care
Limited & Extended Care Planning Center
Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:30:00 GMT https://at.naifa.org/how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-long-term-care
2022-12-09T14:30:00Z
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https://at.naifa.org/state-senate-hearing-on-ltc-feature-testimony-of-naifa-was-chris-bor-0

Chris Bor, LUTCF, CLU, ChFC, a loyal NAIFA member since 1998 and Immediate Past President of NAIFA-WA, testified at a hearing of the Washington State Senate Business, Financial Services & Trade Committee on the use of life insurance, annuities, and policy riders in long-term care planning. He gave an overview of a wide variety of LTC planning options and discussed the value of agents and advisors to consumers. Bor also serves as Vice-Chair of NAIFA's National Membership Committee.

 

Chris Bor, LUTCF, CLU, ChFC, a loyal NAIFA member since 1998 and Immediate Past President of NAIFA-WA, testified at a hearing of the Washington State Senate Business, Financial Services & Trade Committee on the use of life insurance, annuities, and policy riders in long-term care planning. He gave an overview of a wide variety of LTC planning options and discussed the value of agents and advisors to consumers. Bor also serves as Vice-Chair of NAIFA's National Membership Committee.


Long-Term Care
Life Insurance & Annuities
State Advocacy
Washington
Thu, 08 Dec 2022 23:00:06 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA)
https://at.naifa.org/state-senate-hearing-on-ltc-feature-testimony-of-naifa-was-chris-bor-0
2022-12-08T23:00:06Z

Advisor Today https://at.naifa.org NAIFA's Advisor Today is the official blog & magazine focused on highlighting how NAIFA members' live, work & give to their clients, community and country. en Wed, 04 Jan 2023 21:41:46 GMT 2023-01-04T21:41:46Z en Get to Know 2023 NAIFA President Bryon Holz https://at.naifa.org/get-to-know-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz

Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, President of Bryon Holz & Associates, Brandon, FL, is NAIFA's 2023 President. 

Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, President of Bryon Holz & Associates, Brandon, FL, is NAIFA's 2023 President. 

Leaders Wed, 04 Jan 2023 21:41:46 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA) https://at.naifa.org/get-to-know-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz 2023-01-04T21:41:46Z
Digital Marketing & AI Technology to Drive Life Insurance & Annuity Sales in 2023 https://at.naifa.org/digital-marketing-ai-technology-to-drive-life-insurance-annuity-sales-in-2023

Digital Marketing had the biggest growth for generating insurance sales since 2021. In a recent global study conducted by Accenture, most insurance buyers now search for information on digital channels. 48% of insurance customers who responded to an Accenture survey stated that social media would factor into their insurance-buying decision. Introducing agents and training to effectively utilize email, social media, web-based advertising, text messages, and personalized videos which helps maximize their value delivery.

Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the technology driving the industry to new insurance sales as it does with other industries in e-commerce. Winning agencies will become more data-driven and introduce agents to tools that utilize data analytics and AI to grow their businesses. Whether finding patterns based on past data to predict future events or leveraging AI to make assumptions and predictions beyond human capabilities, successful agents and agencies will take advantage of these new technology tools.

Digital Marketing had the biggest growth for generating insurance sales since 2021. In a recent global study conducted by Accenture, most insurance buyers now search for information on digital channels. 48% of insurance customers who responded to an Accenture survey stated that social media would factor into their insurance-buying decision. Introducing agents and training to effectively utilize email, social media, web-based advertising, text messages, and personalized videos which helps maximize their value delivery.

Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the technology driving the industry to new insurance sales as it does with other industries in e-commerce. Winning agencies will become more data-driven and introduce agents to tools that utilize data analytics and AI to grow their businesses. Whether finding patterns based on past data to predict future events or leveraging AI to make assumptions and predictions beyond human capabilities, successful agents and agencies will take advantage of these new technology tools.

Annuities Life Insurance & Annuities Marketing Sales & Marketing Social Media Marketing FinTech Insurance Wed, 04 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT ken@insurtechexpress.com (Ken Leibow) https://at.naifa.org/digital-marketing-ai-technology-to-drive-life-insurance-annuity-sales-in-2023 2023-01-04T15:00:00Z
Meet Loyal NAIFA Member Peter Glassman https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-peter-glassman

NAIFA-GWDC Past President Peter Glassman, CFP, is a Founding Partner of Wealth Insight Partners and has been a loyal NAIFA member since 1989.

After graduating with a business and marketing degree in 1987, Glassman moved from Connecticut to Washington, D.C., where a family friend suggested he get into the insurance and financial services industry. After learning more he dove into what turned out to be the beginning of a career. Thirty-five years later, Glassman is still dedicated to helping his clients plan for their futures.

NAIFA-GWDC Past President Peter Glassman, CFP, is a Founding Partner of Wealth Insight Partners and has been a loyal NAIFA member since 1989.

After graduating with a business and marketing degree in 1987, Glassman moved from Connecticut to Washington, D.C., where a family friend suggested he get into the insurance and financial services industry. After learning more he dove into what turned out to be the beginning of a career. Thirty-five years later, Glassman is still dedicated to helping his clients plan for their futures.

Member Spotlight Member Profile Loyal Member Profile Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:00:00 GMT rfriend@naifa.org (Ronan Friend) https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-peter-glassman 2023-01-03T15:00:00Z
Year in Review: Camaraderie as a Strategy https://at.naifa.org/year-in-review-camaraderie-as-a-strategy

Chris Gandy is the Founder of Midwest Legacy Group LLC, a boutique concierge insurance group for executives, professional athletes, physicians, business owners, and entrepreneurs. It focuses on the client's interests in wealth accumulation, wealth preservation, retirement strategies, insurance, asset protection, and investments.

Chris Gandy is the Founder of Midwest Legacy Group LLC, a boutique concierge insurance group for executives, professional athletes, physicians, business owners, and entrepreneurs. It focuses on the client's interests in wealth accumulation, wealth preservation, retirement strategies, insurance, asset protection, and investments.

NAIFA Podcast Advisor Today Chris Gandy Suzanne Carawan Midwest Legacy Group LLC Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (Advisor Today) https://at.naifa.org/year-in-review-camaraderie-as-a-strategy 2022-12-14T10:00:00Z
Dennis Cuccinelli Receives NAIFA’s First Annual Membership Hard Hat Award https://at.naifa.org/dennis-cuccinelli-receives-naifas-inaugural-membership-hard-hat-award

Dennis Cuccinelli, LACP, an Independent Advisor associated with Certified Financial Services from Paramus, NJ, has received NAIFA's inaugural Annual Membership Hard Hat Award. He was presented the award by current NAIFA President Lawrence Holzberg, LUTCF, LACP, and incoming 2023 President Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, November 14 in Washington, D.C., at NAIFA’s Belong awards celebration that was part of the National Leadership Conference.

Dennis Cuccinelli, LACP, an Independent Advisor associated with Certified Financial Services from Paramus, NJ, has received NAIFA's inaugural Annual Membership Hard Hat Award. He was presented the award by current NAIFA President Lawrence Holzberg, LUTCF, LACP, and incoming 2023 President Bryon Holz, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, CASL, LACP, November 14 in Washington, D.C., at NAIFA’s Belong awards celebration that was part of the National Leadership Conference.

Award Winners Press Release Membership Tue, 13 Dec 2022 18:00:00 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA) https://at.naifa.org/dennis-cuccinelli-receives-naifas-inaugural-membership-hard-hat-award 2022-12-13T18:00:00Z
Q1 State of NAIFA Introduces 2023 NAIFA President Bryon Holz https://at.naifa.org/q1-state-of-naifa-introduces-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz

On January 10, join 2023 NAIFA-National President Bryon Holz, NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux, and NAIFA SVP of Government Relations Diane Boyle for the first State of NAIFA webinar of the new year. 

Holz, Mayeux, and Boyle will share an update on where NAIFA is as an organization, preview NAIFA's advocacy goals for the new year, and highlight the benefits available exclusively to NAIFA members.

On January 10, join 2023 NAIFA-National President Bryon Holz, NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux, and NAIFA SVP of Government Relations Diane Boyle for the first State of NAIFA webinar of the new year. 

Holz, Mayeux, and Boyle will share an update on where NAIFA is as an organization, preview NAIFA's advocacy goals for the new year, and highlight the benefits available exclusively to NAIFA members.

NAIFA Events Leadership Tue, 13 Dec 2022 15:34:26 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA) https://at.naifa.org/q1-state-of-naifa-introduces-2023-naifa-president-bryon-holz 2022-12-13T15:34:26Z
E4 Presents a Special BREW with 2021 4 Under 40 Winner Steve Walker https://at.naifa.org/e4-presents-a-special-brew-with-2021-4-under-40-winner-steve-walker

This Wednesday, December 14 at 1 pm eastern, join NAIFA's first financial security champion, E4 Insurance Services, for their next Building Relationship Every Week (BREW) webinar.

This week's BREW will feature Steve Walker, CLTC, LUTCF, Vice President of Institutional Accounts at E4, loyal NAIFA member since 2009, and a NAIFA 4 Under 40 Award Winner in 2021. 

This Wednesday, December 14 at 1 pm eastern, join NAIFA's first financial security champion, E4 Insurance Services, for their next Building Relationship Every Week (BREW) webinar.

This week's BREW will feature Steve Walker, CLTC, LUTCF, Vice President of Institutional Accounts at E4, loyal NAIFA member since 2009, and a NAIFA 4 Under 40 Award Winner in 2021. 

Health Care Medicare Webinar Leaders Insurance Webinar Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:18:32 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA) https://at.naifa.org/e4-presents-a-special-brew-with-2021-4-under-40-winner-steve-walker 2022-12-12T16:18:32Z
Meet Loyal NAIFA Member Joshua O’Gara https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-joshua-ogara

For Joshua O’Gara, CLU, ChFC, CFP, Owner and Founder of O'Gara Financial Group, entrepreneurship runs in the family. Both of his parents were small business owners and O’Gara inherited their drive. His entrepreneurial spirit—along with his college studies in economics and his desire to help people—made a career in insurance and financial services a perfect fit. 

For Joshua O’Gara, CLU, ChFC, CFP, Owner and Founder of O'Gara Financial Group, entrepreneurship runs in the family. Both of his parents were small business owners and O’Gara inherited their drive. His entrepreneurial spirit—along with his college studies in economics and his desire to help people—made a career in insurance and financial services a perfect fit. 

Member Spotlight Member Profile Loyal Member Profile Mon, 12 Dec 2022 15:00:00 GMT rfriend@naifa.org (Ronan Friend) https://at.naifa.org/meet-loyal-naifa-member-joshua-ogara 2022-12-12T15:00:00Z
How to Talk to Your Parents About Long-Term Care https://at.naifa.org/how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-long-term-care

As your parents age, there’s a good chance they will need long-term care. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, more than half of Americans turning 65 today will develop a disability serious enough that they will need daily help with the basic activities of living. Most will need care for less than two years, but 1 in 7 will need assistance for more than five years.

As tough as it might be to imagine your parents being unable to care for themselves, the thought of discussing this possibility with them probably seems even harder. But it’s important to talk to your parents sooner rather than later to develop a plan for long-term care if they ever need it. If you wait for an emergency to strike, emotions will be running high and you’ll likely have fewer options to deal with your parents’ need for care.

As your parents age, there’s a good chance they will need long-term care. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, more than half of Americans turning 65 today will develop a disability serious enough that they will need daily help with the basic activities of living. Most will need care for less than two years, but 1 in 7 will need assistance for more than five years.

As tough as it might be to imagine your parents being unable to care for themselves, the thought of discussing this possibility with them probably seems even harder. But it’s important to talk to your parents sooner rather than later to develop a plan for long-term care if they ever need it. If you wait for an emergency to strike, emotions will be running high and you’ll likely have fewer options to deal with your parents’ need for care.

Long-Term Care Extended Care Limited Care Limited & Extended Care Planning Center Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:30:00 GMT https://at.naifa.org/how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-long-term-care 2022-12-09T14:30:00Z Cameron Huddleston
State Senate Hearing on LTC Features Testimony of NAIFA-WA's Chris Bor https://at.naifa.org/state-senate-hearing-on-ltc-feature-testimony-of-naifa-was-chris-bor-0

Chris Bor, LUTCF, CLU, ChFC, a loyal NAIFA member since 1998 and Immediate Past President of NAIFA-WA, testified at a hearing of the Washington State Senate Business, Financial Services & Trade Committee on the use of life insurance, annuities, and policy riders in long-term care planning. He gave an overview of a wide variety of LTC planning options and discussed the value of agents and advisors to consumers. Bor also serves as Vice-Chair of NAIFA's National Membership Committee.

Chris Bor, LUTCF, CLU, ChFC, a loyal NAIFA member since 1998 and Immediate Past President of NAIFA-WA, testified at a hearing of the Washington State Senate Business, Financial Services & Trade Committee on the use of life insurance, annuities, and policy riders in long-term care planning. He gave an overview of a wide variety of LTC planning options and discussed the value of agents and advisors to consumers. Bor also serves as Vice-Chair of NAIFA's National Membership Committee.

Long-Term Care Life Insurance & Annuities State Advocacy Washington Thu, 08 Dec 2022 23:00:06 GMT bsuchanek@naifa.org (NAIFA) https://at.naifa.org/state-senate-hearing-on-ltc-feature-testimony-of-naifa-was-chris-bor-0 2022-12-08T23:00:06Z