2017 Advanced Sales Forum - Sponsors and Exhibitors

We’re Brighthouse Financial. Brighthouse Financial is on a mission to help people achieve financial security.. We're one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,¹ and our commitment to being a great place to work has earned us recognition from Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers, from Newsweek as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America, and as one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte. Visit us at: https://www.brighthousefinancialpro.com/

¹ Ranked by 2023 admitted assets. Best’s Review®: Top 200 U.S. Life/Health Insurers. AM Best, 2024.

For more than 175 years, Penn Mutual has expertly crafted life insurance considered vital to people’s long-term financial health and ability to enjoy life every day. Working with our trusted network of financial professionals, we take the long view, building customized solutions for individuals, their families, and their businesses. Penn Mutual supports its financial professionals with retirement and investment services through its wholly-owned subsidiaries 1847Financial, and Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Visit Penn Mutual at www.pennmutual.com

Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With 165 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence. Today, we stand behind millions of consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.

As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends.¹ We invest in our colleagues, are building an inclusive and innovative culture, and are helping to uplift communities through thoughtful corporate impact programs.

Guardian, which is based in New York City, is a leading provider of life, disability, dental, and other benefits, and has received accolades for its culture and service.

¹Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors

Guardian® is a registered trademark of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America.

For 100 years, the mission of State Farm has been, and continues to be, to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its more than 19,400 agents and approximately 53,400 employees serve over 87 million policies and accounts — which includes auto, fire, life, health, commercial policies and financial services accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 42 on the 2022 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit https://www.statefarm.com.

Ashar Group is a nationally licensed life settlement firm that protects the best interests of policy owners by creating a competitive policy auction to deliver the best value to the seller. Ashar Group does not sell life insurance, management assets, or purchase policies. We are an independent resource for fiduciary advisors and their clients specializing in life insurance valuation for planning purposes. Home - Ashar Group

The Hoopis Performance Network, a LIMRA Strategic Partner, has developed The Advanced Planning Channel — a web-based, multimedia learning platform for estate and business planning training. The AP Channel also features a University designed as a twelve module curriculum that can be completed as self study or facilitator-led classroom training. This unique delivery platform enables advisors to receive estate and business planning training in the most cost-effective, time efficient method possible. Visit us at www.hoopis.com

For over 45 years, PGI Partners, Inc. (formerly Pentera Group) has been a trusted partner for those working in the advanced markets. Our dedicated team of life insurance and financial services specialists (attorneys, writers, designers, and technology experts) has leveraged our depth of knowledge and experience to provide critical, targeted support, every step of the way. We encourage you to explore our Advanced Markets Resource Center (AMRC)—a user-friendly suite of tools designed to educate and equip producers, motivate clients, increase sales, and strengthen your brand. This thoughtful blend of vetted, field tested, peer-reviewed tools includes a comprehensive reference source, five learning modules, a set of calculators, sample documents, and collateral sales support (flexible presentations, one-pagers, case studies, “conversation starter” videos, and a useful tax guide). Additionally, the AMRC contains two smaller resource centers focused on Business Succession Planning and Retirement Planning. Visit www.pgiresources.com today to learn more. Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org)