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#LSCSports #NIL With the rise in NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals in collegiate and high school sports has created a significant need for life insurance and disability coverage for young athletes. This is primarily because these athletes are now generating substantial income from their athletic careers, making it essential to protect their future earnings potential in the event of an injury or other unforeseen circumstances that could impact their ability to play. Life insurance provides a financial safety net for the athlete's family in the event of an untimely death. It can also serve as a form of savings, with the cash value component of some policies offering a tax-deferred growth opportunity that can be accessed for future needs such as retirement or long-term care. Disability insurance, on the other hand, protects the athlete's income in the event of a career-ending injury or a temporary disability that prevents them from playing. This type of coverage is especially important for athletes, as their careers are often shorter and more vulnerable to injury than those in other professions. Given the significant financial stakes involved in NIL deals, it's crucial for athletes and their families to consider these types of insurance as part of their overall financial planning strategy. It can provide peace of mind and financial security, allowing the athlete to focus on their performance on the field or court. #WhoYouWith 917-575-5331 #Insurance #TaxMitigation

Thrivent's Steve Sperka is featured in this AARP piece on helping loved ones file a long-term care claim. There are some great tips in this article. One great thing about being part of Thrivent is I've gotten to know our Head of Claims and hear our philosophy on paying claims. Thrivent claims teams don't look for reasons to avoid paying claims, they look for all possible ways to pay the claim. Remember, Thrivent isn't a stock company. As a not-for-profit fraternal insurer, our reason for existing is to serve our clients in their time of need. #longtermcareinsurance #ltci #ltcinsurance https://lnkd.in/gEPVjt9f

Allianz must have done their DD or simply eager to gain distribution channel? Good luck. Next players to watch…FWD and SingLife. Can SingLife do what Income fails to do? I mean Navigator has failed and rebrand recently. Can it have a truly Insurtech or regional wealth management play? I won’t bet my monies here. I mean it’s run by banking exes now and we know how the savvy players and play out the bankers it’s lucky they are only in SG. Can FWD be the surprise package? A lot depends on the IPO dream….if IPO keeps delaying would HK family still keep them? SG used to be an regional insurance hub…

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I am very excited to share our latest perspective on life and annuities distribution that I have had the pleasure to contribute to together with my colleagues Ramnath Balasubramanian, Cristian Boldan, Matt Leo, and David Schiff. The article discusses fundamental shifts in the insurance industry and how they are accelerating changes in the distribution landscape. It provides a view on how insurers can address these changes and position themselves for the next wave of growth.

If you're a physician in my network, I'm happy to announce that Pinnacle Financial Group, Inc. has secured contracts with: - Guardian - Mutual of Omaha - Ameritas - Principal - Standard - MassMutual - John Hancock We can now quote you the top 8 National LTDI Carriers. Send me a DM for details. Having Disability Insurance is a must for all Physicians, Dentists, and Medical Professionals, as well as Business Owners and High-Net-Worth Individuals. We also offer Disability Buy-Out and Business Overhead Insurance. If you understand the importance, you won't be sold anything. Let us quote you the best rates based on your niche's True Own-Occupation riders and Non-Cancelable Policies. Julio (Ricky) Gonzalez, RMIP™ President Pinnacle Financial Group, Inc. PD. If you are a broker or an Agency and want to be able to distribute these let me know as well. #DisabilityInsurance #PhysicianProtection #PinnacleFinancialGroup #TopInsuranceCarriers #MedicalProfessionalInsurance #OwnOccupationCoverage #BusinessOverheadInsurance #DisabilityBuyOut #HighNetWorthProtection #InsuranceForDoctors

Meet The Integra Athlete: Lizzy Ludwig Classification: Sophomore Major: Exercise Science / Pre-Med Community Service Initiatives: Supporting children facing serious illness or disability challenges through Team Impact Home State: Illinois Follow Lizzy on Instagram @lizzyludwig #integraathlete #integra212 #integrapartnernetwork #integrainspires #insurance #independentagent #genz #insuranceindustry #softball #collegesoftball #insuranceagent #insuranceagency #genz

If you're starting a family in Connecticut, life insurance is essential. It provides a safety net to cover mortgage payments, childcare expenses, and future educational needs. Planning ahead with life insurance ensures your children have the resources they need to thrive, even if you're no longer there to provide for them. Parents in Connecticut can use life insurance as a tool for college planning. It can cover tuition costs, living expenses, or provide financial support for children's education, ensuring they have access to higher education opportunities. #insurancebroker #insurancepolicyct #activeinsurance #insurancecontractor #smallbusiness #startups #connecticutinsurance #suretybonds #businessct #insuranceagent #businessgrowthstrategy #insurancecontract #contract #bondsforbusinesses #businessgrowth

Zinnia , a life and annuity insurance technology services company, agreed to acquire the Life and Annuity assets of Ebix, a supplier of software solutions. Financial terms were not disclosed. "The acquisition of the Ebix Life and Annuity Assets is transformative for Zinnia. The complementary nature of our solutions will enable us to better serve carriers, distributors, and consumers, expanding our reach as we build the modern rails of the insurance industry. We are thrilled to welcome the Ebix L&A employees to Zinnia and look forward to what we can achieve together for our clients," Michele Trogni, Zinnia CEO. Zinnia (led by Michele Trogni) is advised by Citi, RBC Capital Markets, Milbank LLP, C Street Advisory Group and Prosek Partners. Ebix is advised by AlixPartners, Huron, Jefferies and Sidley Austin LLP. #MergersAcquisitionsDivestitures #Insurance #Software

Today, GAIN (Group for Autism, Insurance, Investment & Neurodiversity) has announced AXA UK as its latest corporate member. AXA UK will work alongside other GAIN members to better understand how its policies and procedures can accommodate neurodivergent employees. GAIN will also provide AXA UK with access to industry specific advice from qualified partners to help develop the insurer’s best practice and neuro-inclusive procedures. This guidance will help to further build AXA UK’s Employee Network ‘Able’, which focuses on disability, long-term conditions, neurodiversity, and mental health. Suzanne Scott, Barbara Schonhofer MBE https://lnkd.in/e6GTVzwH