Nominations open now through June 30
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) is now accepting nominations for six of the most prestigious honors in the insurance and financial service profession. NAIFA members are invited to recognize outstanding peers who exemplify excellence, leadership, advocacy, and service by submitting nominations for the awards.
“NAIFA members represent the best our industry has to offer, and these awards are a powerful way to honor those who go above and beyond to serve their clients, their profession, and their communities,” said NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux, CAE. “When we recognize our peers, we not only celebrate their success, we also reinforce the values that make NAIFA strong: leadership, service, advocacy, and community. These awards shine a light on what it means to be a true professional, and NAIFA is proud to be the organization that champions and celebrates those who lead with purpose.”
Nomination forms are available on each award page. Award descriptions and links:
John Newton Russell Memorial Award
The highest honor in the life insurance and financial service industry, the John Newton Russell Memorial Award recognizes an individual who has rendered outstanding service to the institution of life insurance and related financial services. Nominees should demonstrate a lifetime of achievement and impact on the profession and the clients it serves.
Terry Headley Lifetime Defender Award
This award honors a NAIFA member whose political advocacy efforts on behalf of the industry, financial professionals, and consumers reflect the dedication and influence of its namesake, Terry Headley. Recipients are lifelong defenders of the profession and embody NAIFA’s advocacy mission at the state and federal levels.
NAIFA’s Young Advisors Team (YAT) Leader of the Year Award honors an advisor under the age of 40 who has shown exemplary leadership and commitment to NAIFA, their profession, and community. This individual is a rising star and a strong advocate for the next generation of financial professionals.
The 4 Under 40 Award recognizes four outstanding NAIFA members under the age of 40 who demonstrate professional success, NAIFA involvement, and community service. These individuals represent the bright future of the insurance and financial services profession and embody the NAIFA mission.
The Diversity Champion award recognizes exceptional efforts to promote the full and equal participation of diverse people within the insurance and financial advising profession. NAIFA members in good standing are eligible for this prestigious award.
The NAIFA Quality Award is the mark of excellence and commitment to serving clients. It recognizes advisors across all practice specialties—life insurance, multiline, financial advising, and health and employee benefits—who meet high standards in production, adherence to ethical conduct, and service to their clients, the industry, and their communities.
Submit Your Nominations Today
NAIFA encourages all members to participate in this opportunity to celebrate those who make a lasting difference in our industry and communities. Nominations are open through June 30.
