The Case Design Certificate equips case designers with the foundational skills and expertise required to excel in the life insurance sales process. Through this comprehensive program, participants gain knowledge in essential areas such as policy structure, tax law, and product design, while honing their ability to collaborate with financial advisors and carriers to deliver customized insurance solutions. The coursework emphasizes the role of creativity, attention to detail, and strategic thinking in providing optimal client outcomes. The Case Design Certificate is comprised of eleven online learning modules with mastery quizzes for each module. Module Overview: Module 3 – General Product Overview This module of the Nailba Case Design Certificate coursework introduces the fundamentals of life insurance, emphasizing its significance in both wealth protection and wealth accumulation. It outlines the benefits of life insurance, including risk management, estate planning, and cash value accumulation, while also differentiating between term and permanent life insurance products. Participants will gain an understanding of how each product type operates, along with the associated benefits and potential drawbacks, setting the stage for more in-depth exploration in future modules. Learning Objectives Understand the basic concepts and purpose of life insurance. Identify the key benefits and common uses of life insurance in risk management and wealth planning. Differentiate between term and permanent life insurance products, recognizing the features and advantages of each.   PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Leah Mahoney,  – EVP - Operations, Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc. Chair Haley Chaires,  – Account Executive, Ash Brokerage Member Kim Wilcox, – Vice President of Operations, Innovative Underwriters Member Rachel Sanfilippo, – Operations Manager - Contracting & Licensing & New Business, Partners Advantage A Gallagher Group Member Amanda Singer, – Vice President, Crump Member Melinda Marcotte, – Head of Life New Business, MassMutual Member   COURSE CONTRIBUTORS Tiffany Markarian– Managing Director and Founder Advantus Marketing, LLC Jann Varner– AVP, Case Design Diversified Brokerage Services William Nalipinski– Regional Sales Consultant Securian Financial Group Karen Gilmore-Buxton– Sr. Product Specialist Lincoln Financial Group Kieth Gruchacz– Sr. Consultant Lincoln Financial Group Phil Jackson– Managing Director, Insurance Marketing Valmark Financial Group Ashley Orlinski– AVP Internal Sales LPL Financial Amber Castator– Sr. Relationship Case Manager Ash Brokerage Read more

The Case Design Certificate equips case designers with the foundational skills and expertise required to excel in the life insurance sales process. Through this comprehensive program, participants gain knowledge in essential areas such as policy structure, tax law, and product design, while honing their ability to collaborate with financial advisors and carriers to deliver customized insurance solutions. The coursework emphasizes the role of creativity, attention to detail, and strategic thinking in providing optimal client outcomes. The Case Design Certificate is comprised of eleven online learning modules with mastery quizzes for each module. Module Overview: Module 2 – Tools for the Case Designer This module of the Nailba Case Design Certificate coursework equips case designers with essential tools and best practices for their role. It categorizes these tools into five main types: illustration and quoting engines, field underwriting tools, presentation tools, customer relationship management (CRM) software, and additional resources, highlighting their specific functions, benefits, and considerations. By understanding how to effectively utilize these tools, case designers can enhance their efficiency and accuracy in providing life insurance solutions. Learning Objectives Identify and categorize the key tools available to case designers. Understand the benefits and limitations of various illustration, underwriting, and CRM tools. Apply best practices for utilizing these tools to improve case design efficiency and client presentation effectiveness.   PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Leah Mahoney,  – EVP - Operations, Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc. Chair Haley Chaires,  – Account Executive, Ash Brokerage Member Kim Wilcox, – Vice President of Operations, Innovative Underwriters Member Rachel Sanfilippo, – Operations Manager - Contracting & Licensing & New Business, Partners Advantage A Gallagher Group Member Amanda Singer, – Vice President, Crump Member Melinda Marcotte, – Head of Life New Business, MassMutual Member   COURSE CONTRIBUTORS Tiffany Markarian– Managing Director and Founder Advantus Marketing, LLC Jann Varner– AVP, Case Design Diversified Brokerage Services William Nalipinski– Regional Sales Consultant Securian Financial Group Karen Gilmore-Buxton– Sr. Product Specialist Lincoln Financial Group Kieth Gruchacz– Sr. Consultant Lincoln Financial Group Phil Jackson– Managing Director, Insurance Marketing Valmark Financial Group Ashley Orlinski– AVP Internal Sales LPL Financial Amber Castator– Sr. Relationship Case Manager Ash Brokerage Read more

The Case Design Certificate equips case designers with the foundational skills and expertise required to excel in the life insurance sales process. Through this comprehensive program, participants gain knowledge in essential areas such as policy structure, tax law, and product design, while honing their ability to collaborate with financial advisors and carriers to deliver customized insurance solutions. The coursework emphasizes the role of creativity, attention to detail, and strategic thinking in providing optimal client outcomes. The Case Design Certificate is comprised of eleven online learning modules with mastery quizzes for each module. Module Overview: Module 1 – The Role of a Case Designer This module of the NAILBA Case Design Certificate equips individuals with essential skills and knowledge for the role of a case designer in life insurance sales. Case designers significantly influence policy details, such as death benefits and premium structures, while collaborating with financial advisors and insurance carriers to optimize client solutions. The module emphasizes the importance of creativity, strong relationships, and comprehensive product knowledge in delivering tailored insurance solutions that meet client needs. Learning Objectives Understand the key responsibilities and best practices of a case designer in the life insurance sales process. Develop strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary for collaborating with financial advisors and insurance carriers. Gain insight into essential industry knowledge, including insurance products, licensing requirements, and regulatory considerations.   PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Leah Mahoney,  – EVP - Operations, Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc. Chair Haley Chaires,  – Account Executive, Ash Brokerage Member Kim Wilcox, – Vice President of Operations, Innovative Underwriters Member Rachel Sanfilippo, – Operations Manager - Contracting & Licensing & New Business, Partners Advantage A Gallagher Group Member Amanda Singer, – Vice President, Crump Member Melinda Marcotte, – Head of Life New Business, MassMutual Member   COURSE CONTRIBUTORS Tiffany Markarian– Managing Director and Founder Advantus Marketing, LLC Jann Varner– AVP, Case Design Diversified Brokerage Services William Nalipinski– Regional Sales Consultant Securian Financial Group Karen Gilmore-Buxton– Sr. Product Specialist Lincoln Financial Group Kieth Gruchacz– Sr. Consultant Lincoln Financial Group Phil Jackson– Managing Director, Insurance Marketing Valmark Financial Group Ashley Orlinski– AVP Internal Sales LPL Financial Amber Castator– Sr. Relationship Case Manager Ash Brokerage Read more

The Underwriting Certification Program helps train and develop new underwriters on the life insurance underwriting process, while certifying existing underwriters on the key skills, responsibilities, and best practices that are essential for their role. The program, which has been designed with a life insurance focus, is comprised of nineteen online learning modules with mastery quizzes for each module. Session Overview Session 7 - How Carriers Underwrite This session delves into the intricate process of how insurance carriers underwrite policies. It explores the assessment of risks and their correlation to the pricing of insurance products. Participants learn about the role of actuaries in using mortality data to calculate premiums for each risk class, ensuring that premiums cover anticipated mortality costs associated with each class. The session highlights the importance of identifying various risk factors, such as medical impairments, lifestyle choices, and demographic factors, in determining the appropriate premium rates for policyholders. Additionally, it discusses different underwriting guidelines, including standard versus preferred guidelines, table shave and crediting programs, and risk assessment credits for rated cases. Through detailed examples and explanations, participants gain insights into the nuanced process of underwriting and its impact on insurance premiums and policy coverage.    PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Leah Mahoney,  – EVP - Operations, Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc. Chair Haley Chaires,  – Account Executive, Ash Brokerage Member Rachel Sachs, – Vice President Insurance Operations, LPL Financial Member Kim Wilcox, – Vice President of Operations, Innovative Underwriters Member Rachel Sanfilippo, – Operations Manager - Contracting & Licensing & New Business, Partners Advantage A Gallagher Group Member Amanda Singer, – Vice President, Crump Member Melinda Marcotte, – Head of Life New Business, MassMutual Member   COURSE CONTRIBUTORS Tiffany Markarian– Managing Director and Founder Advantus Marketing, LLC Melissa Heighway– Director of Life Underwriting; Insitutional Channel Crump Life Insurance Services Stephanie Hrisko– Medical Consultant in Underwriting The Cason Group Angela Ison– Underwriting Consultant MassMutual David Glasgow– Underwriter Diversified Brokerage Services Kim Schrass– Director of Underwiting Ash Brokerage, An Integrity Company Jim White– Underwriting Manager Securian Financial Jann Varner– AVP, Case Design Diversified Brokerage Services William Nalipinski– Regional Sales Consultant Securian Financial Group Karen Gilmore-Buxton– Sr. Product Specialist Lincoln Financial Group Kieth Gruchacz– Sr. Consultant Lincoln Financial Group Phil Jackson– Managing Director, Insurance Marketing Valmark Financial Group Ashley Orlinski– AVP Internal Sales LPL Financial Amber Castator– Sr. Relationship Case Manager Ash Brokerage Read more

The Underwriting Certification Program helps train and develop new underwriters on the life insurance underwriting process, while certifying existing underwriters on the key skills, responsibilities, and best practices that are essential for their role. The program, which has been designed with a life insurance focus, is comprised of nineteen online learning modules with mastery quizzes for each module. Session Overview Session 19 -  Executive Underwriting This session provides insights into the specialized area of Executive Underwriting, it delves into deferred compensation and salary continuation plans, which serve as variants of key-person coverage or prerequisites for top executives. The session emphasizes the importance of ensuring coverage aligns with the insured's financial situation and corporate objectives.   PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Leah Mahoney,  – EVP - Operations, Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc. Chair Haley Chaires,  – Account Executive, Ash Brokerage Member Rachel Sachs, – Vice President Insurance Operations, LPL Financial Member Kim Wilcox, – Vice President of Operations, Innovative Underwriters Member Rachel Sanfilippo, – Operations Manager - Contracting & Licensing & New Business, Partners Advantage A Gallagher Group Member Amanda Singer, – Vice President, Crump Member Melinda Marcotte, – Head of Life New Business, MassMutual Member   COURSE CONTRIBUTORS Tiffany Markarian– Managing Director and Founder Advantus Marketing, LLC Melissa Heighway– Director of Life Underwriting; Insitutional Channel Crump Life Insurance Services Stephanie Hrisko– Medical Consultant in Underwriting The Cason Group Angela Ison– Underwriting Consultant MassMutual David Glasgow– Underwriter Diversified Brokerage Services Kim Schrass– Director of Underwiting Ash Brokerage, An Integrity Company Jim White– Underwriting Manager Securian Financial Jann Varner– AVP, Case Design Diversified Brokerage Services William Nalipinski– Regional Sales Consultant Securian Financial Group Karen Gilmore-Buxton– Sr. Product Specialist Lincoln Financial Group Kieth Gruchacz– Sr. Consultant Lincoln Financial Group Phil Jackson– Managing Director, Insurance Marketing Valmark Financial Group Ashley Orlinski– AVP Internal Sales LPL Financial Amber Castator– Sr. Relationship Case Manager Ash Brokerage Read more

The Underwriting Certification Program helps train and develop new underwriters on the life insurance underwriting process, while certifying existing underwriters on the key skills, responsibilities, and best practices that are essential for their role. The program, which has been designed with a life insurance focus, is comprised of nineteen online learning modules with mastery quizzes for each module. Session Overview Session 18 - Foreign Nationals This session provides a detailed exploration of best practices for underwriting foreign nationals in the context of life insurance. It highlights the unique considerations involved, such as determining residence, travel patterns, and citizenship status. Additionally, the session covers various restrictions related to ownership, occupations, avocations, and product options for foreign nationals.   PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Leah Mahoney,  – EVP - Operations, Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc. Chair Haley Chaires,  – Account Executive, Ash Brokerage Member Rachel Sachs, – Vice President Insurance Operations, LPL Financial Member Kim Wilcox, – Vice President of Operations, Innovative Underwriters Member Rachel Sanfilippo, – Operations Manager - Contracting & Licensing & New Business, Partners Advantage A Gallagher Group Member Amanda Singer, – Vice President, Crump Member Melinda Marcotte, – Head of Life New Business, MassMutual Member   COURSE CONTRIBUTORS Tiffany Markarian– Managing Director and Founder Advantus Marketing, LLC Melissa Heighway– Director of Life Underwriting; Insitutional Channel Crump Life Insurance Services Stephanie Hrisko– Medical Consultant in Underwriting The Cason Group Angela Ison– Underwriting Consultant MassMutual David Glasgow– Underwriter Diversified Brokerage Services Kim Schrass– Director of Underwiting Ash Brokerage, An Integrity Company Jim White– Underwriting Manager Securian Financial Jann Varner– AVP, Case Design Diversified Brokerage Services William Nalipinski– Regional Sales Consultant Securian Financial Group Karen Gilmore-Buxton– Sr. Product Specialist Lincoln Financial Group Kieth Gruchacz– Sr. Consultant Lincoln Financial Group Phil Jackson– Managing Director, Insurance Marketing Valmark Financial Group Ashley Orlinski– AVP Internal Sales LPL Financial Amber Castator– Sr. Relationship Case Manager Ash Brokerage Read more