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.
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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.
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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.
Is your child heading back to school next month? Let’s connect to review your mid-year financial plan. Back-to-school season can bring unexpected costs – from activities and sports to travel and supplies. Taking time now to adjust your budget and accounts can help keep everything on track.
Is a new family member on the way? Now’s the perfect time to review your financial plan. Welcoming a baby can impact everything from life insurance coverage to beneficiary designations to retirement contributions. Small updates today can help build a stronger future for your family. Schedule a review with me today!
Looking for ways to give back to local schools? Promote healthy minds and bodies! Members, with a $200 Do-Good Grant®️ you could … · Create calming spaces in classrooms or libraries with beanbags, sensory tools and activity cards for student breaks. · Organize a project where students and volunteers decorate hallways with uplifting messages to boost mental well-being. · Assemble stress-relief kits with journals, stress balls and healthy snacks. Apply for a grant today!
You’ve probably heard it before: build an emergency budget. But why does it matter? Think of it as your rainy day fund – the cushion you fall back on when life doesn’t go as planned. A good rule of thumb? Save enough to cover 3–6 months of essential living expenses to help when surprises happen. What’s the last thing your emergency budget helped cover? Share 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.
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