Charting New Paths: Highlights from Hirey’s 5th Insurance Sales Recruitment Event

On Thursday, March 6, Hirey hosted its fifth Insurance Sales Recruitment Event, bringing together driven professionals and top recruiters from the industry. The virtual gathering provided a vibrant platform for networking and learning, offering attendees a deeper understanding of career opportunities, earning potential, and business models tailored for both seasoned agents and newcomers. Industry leaders delivered insightful presentations, highlighting their companies' unique benefits and pathways for growth. Their talks offered attendees a clear direction, arming them with the knowledge and inspiration to advance in their careers. Daniela Elizondo – Gfi: The Amazon of Insurance [object Object] Daniela Elizondo kicked off the discussion by introducing Global Financial Impact (Gfi), a rapidly expanding powerhouse in the insurance sector. With partnerships spanning over 35 top U.S. insurance providers and operations in 55 countries, Gfi has set its sights on revolutionizing the industry. Recently, the company expanded into Canada and Mexico, adding 33,000 new employees in 2024 alone—a number that continues to grow. Daniela likened Gfi’s vision to becoming the Amazon of insurance, providing agents and employees with an unmatched opportunity to work with major names like John Hancock, Mutual of Omaha, and more. Gfi offers a comprehensive suite of financial services, including tax-advantaged wealth accumulation, asset protection, life insurance, debt management, and estate planning. The company welcomes newcomers, even those without an insurance license, offering training and support to help them get started. The licensing process takes just seven days, after which individuals can begin working independently. Daniela emphasized the earning potential at Gfi. The compensation is commission-based, but the numbers are impressive: for example, signing a policy where a client pays $500 per month translates to $6,000 annually. With consistent effort, agents can earn up to $140,000 per year. Best of all, the role is fully remote, giving employees the flexibility to set their own schedules. Michael Johnson – Legal Shield: Legal Services Made Accessible [object Object] Michael Johnson from Legal Shield took the stage next, presenting a unique combination of life insurance and legal services. Legal Shield operates across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Puerto Rico, providing individuals with affordable legal assistance for traffic tickets, family law issues, contract disputes, estate planning, and more. A standout offering from Legal Shield is SYNSYS, an exclusive product available to licensed agents. Michael described the simple enrollment process, requiring just a one-time fee of $99 to become an associate. Through this platform, agents can assist clients with a wide range of legal concerns. Legal Shield follows a commission-based compensation model, rewarding agents for enrolling new clients and selling life insurance policies. Michael emphasized that legal services are in high demand, particularly in rural areas where legal access is limited. The company partners with a vast network of law firms, ensuring clients receive assistance within eight hours of making contact. Johnnie Cleveland – Symmetry Financial Group: Building Wealth & Security [object Object]Johnnie Cleveland from Symmetry Financial Group, introduced the company’s mission: to develop leaders in the insurance industry while helping families secure their financial futures. With partnerships across 40+ insurance carriers such as Mutual of Omaha and Gerber, Symmetry offers products like term life insurance, whole life insurance, and mortgage protection insurance. Johnnie highlighted mortgage protection as the company’s flagship product. This ensures that if the primary breadwinner falls terminally ill, their mortgage payments are covered, providing financial security for their family. A key benefit is living benefits, allowing policyholders to access their insurance payouts in the event of a critical illness like cancer, stroke, or heart attack. One of Symmetry’s biggest strengths is its lead generation system. The company invests heavily in high-quality leads, ensuring agents always have qualified prospects to engage with. Agents start at an 80% commission rate, with the potential to grow to 130% as they advance. Beyond earnings, Symmetry prioritizes agent success through comprehensive training and mentorship. Unlike captive insurance companies, Symmetry offers agents full flexibility—they can work full-time or part-time, and there’s no platform fee to get started. Additionally, agents own their book of business, meaning they can sell it upon retirement, creating a path to generational wealth. Johnnie wrapped up by inviting questions, emphasizing Symmetry’s flexible business model and the opportunities it offers for both independent agents and future leaders. Subrat on Financial Freedom: WFG’s Mission & Opportunities [object Object]Anurag Nayak from World Financial Group (WFG), who then handed over to Subrat, a senior marketing director. Subrat provided an overview of WFG, explaining that it operates under Transamerica, which is owned by Aegon, a financial services company with roots in the Netherlands dating back over 180 years. WFG itself has been active for 41 years, serving clients in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, offering financial services focused on retirement strategies, insurance, estate planning, and investments. Subrat emphasized the vast need for financial education, noting that 90% of Americans struggle with retirement savings due to a lack of financial literacy. WFG aims to bridge this gap by providing financial education and tailored solutions through products like term life insurance, whole life policies, annuities, and retirement plans. He highlighted that WFG works with major financial institutions, including Nationwide, Prudential, and John Hancock, to offer these services. The presentation also covered the career opportunities within WFG. It operates on a commission-based model where agents are self-employed and earn income through client services. Entry-level advisors, dedicating 10–15 hours weekly, can earn around $30,000 annually, while full-time brokers can significantly increase their earnings. WFG provides extensive training, both online and in-person, and supports agents in obtaining state licenses. The session concluded with an emphasis on the potential for financial advisors to help clients manage debt, reduce taxes, and build long-term wealth. Charlie Gutierre on Financial Freedom: How to Take Control of Your Future [object Object]Lucy Chalaz introduced herself as a representative of Independent Financing Service and introduced Charlie Gutierre, one of the company's top brokers. Charlie then explained the company's mission, which was to empower individuals in the evolving financial landscape, especially after Covid. He highlighted five main reasons people joined their company: dissatisfaction with their current job, desire for additional income, interest in financial education, wanting to help their community, or aspiring to start their own business. He shared his personal journey from jewelry sales to financial services, emphasizing how financial education transformed his life. Charlie elaborated on the company’s offerings, including financial planning, investments, insurance, and mortgage services. He stressed that their company removed traditional barriers to starting a financial services business, such as lack of capital or education, by covering licensing costs. The firm partnered with top financial institutions and insurance providers, allowing them to offer customized solutions to clients rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Their services also extended to legal protection, identity theft programs, and home security. The company positioned itself as the "Amazon of financial services," providing a comprehensive, flexible work environment that enabled individuals to work remotely. Charlie underscored the importance of financial security post-Covid, pointing out the need for insurance and emergency savings. He concluded by emphasizing the company’s role in helping families protect their present while building a secure financial future, making financial independence accessible to all. The event wrapped up with an electrifying raffle, where Yanick Bass secured the grand prize after a suspenseful spin of the wheel. As participants logged off, they left with fresh insights, valuable knowledge, and renewed enthusiasm for opportunities in the insurance and financial sectors. For those ready to take the next step, the Hirey app serves as a vital resource for connecting with recruiters, exploring job openings, and staying informed about upcoming career events. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey, Hirey remains a trusted gateway to success.