Why I do what I do
Why I do what I do
I chose this career because it’s all about helping others. I help my members plan for a secure financial future.
Since 1883, Modern Woodmen of America has brought people together, supported families and strengthened communities.
About Us
Grow with Modern Woodmen! As a financial representative, you can make a positive impact for your family and your community.
We can help you meet your current needs, achieve your future dreams and plan for all stages of life.
Planning for Life
What we do tomorrow is the product of what we accomplish now.
Modern Woodmen maintains a portfolio of high-quality financial products that can help you meet a wide range of life needs.
Our Products
Browse our helpful tips and articles to understand what’s important to you and your loved ones.
When you join Modern Woodmen, you become a member of the organization. You trust us with your financial needs. And you have the opportunity to access member benefits and impact your community.
My Membership
Make a payment, update your address, and access account information, online forms and fraternal programs from the member website.
Modern Woodmen membership is about relationships. We take time to get to know you and your needs. Get to know me and how we might connect.
Contact Derek Dalton
Why I do what I do
I chose this career because it’s all about helping others. I help my members plan for a secure financial future.
My family includes…
my wife, Erika; son, Tyler; and daughter, Grace.
In my free time, you can find me…
on the golf course or riding my Harley.
I’m passionate about…
the impact I have on my community.
I have lived in my community…
my entire life.
What I like best about my community is…
how people rally together in times of need.
I’m a member of…
the Seymour (Texas) Chamber of Commerce.
It’s very important to me to support my community. My favorite Modern Woodmen programs are:
Matching Fund projects to raise money for those in need.
Life insurance is about more than protection. It's about the legacy you want to leave for your family, community and the causes you care about. Whether it's helping protect your loved ones or supporting a charitable cause, life insurance can play an important role in your financial plan. How are you using it to make a lasting impact?
I’m excited to offer Money & Me℠, a free financial literacy program for K-8 students. Once your class completes 3-5 lessons, your classroom is eligible for a $50 donation to use however you choose! The program is: • Prewritten, easy to teach, and tied to learning standards. • Flexibly paced to fit your classroom schedule. • Available at no cost to you or your school. I’m limited in donations this school year. Don’t wait to send me a message if you’re interested or know an educator who might be! I’d love to help bring financial literacy (and a little extra funding) to more local classrooms.
The holiday season will be here before you know it. Are you ready? From festive meals and family gatherings to gifts and other celebrations, holiday costs can add up quickly. Creating a budget now can help you prepare and stay on track. Need help getting started? Let's connect.
Whether you're trying to decode retirement acronyms, make sense of life insurance terminology, or simply figure out where to start, you don't have to navigate your finances alone. What financial topic keeps you up at night? Share in the comments below!
We can help you review your needs and plan for your financial future throughout life. (Learn more about Modern Woodmen's Planning for Life system and products.) Because Modern Woodmen is a fraternal financial services organization, we can also explore the benefits of being a member.
Select a financial goal from the drop-down menu to find helpful tips and articles.