Leads a 12-member field team across 33 New York State counties, serving over 21,000 accounts. Consolidated territories, developed an agency operations guide, established incentive systems, and strengthened recruiting and training processes. Elevated the agency from #71 to #45 in five months. Recipient of the MDRT Center for Field Leadership Gold Agency Award (2025). Qualified for MDRT as both a leader and producer; FINSECA member; holder of CLTC designation and completing ChFC (Dec 2025).

Delivered comprehensive financial solutions including life insurance, annuities, long-term care, and disability coverage. Two-time MDRT “Court of the Table” qualifier; multiple-time “Top Agent” awardee; recognized by NAFIC and the Supreme Knight’s Club Elite. Ranked among the top 1% of approximately 1,000 agents. Earned multiple professional designations (CLU, CRPC, LUTCF, FICF, FIC). Named MVP of Field Agent Training School.

Led and mentored 120 cadets in character and leadership development. Guided program to first-ever “Distinguished Unit with Academic Honors” designation. Expanded extracurricular initiatives including marksmanship and underwater robotics. Doubled community service output.

Directed a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting military families and wounded service members. Expanded operations from three to seven states, established new funding streams, and built an influential advisory board. Strengthened delivery of core programs including emergency aid, holiday support, and community engagement.

Educated and mentored students in leadership, discipline, and civic engagement in high-poverty urban schools. Earned “Distinguished” teaching evaluations. Completed advanced graduate studies at Seton Hall University (Education Specialist, K–12 Leadership). Contributed to Middle States accreditation success.

Served as Chief of Staff overseeing philanthropic, cultural, and healthcare institutions with combined assets of $1.6 billion and over 4,000 staff. Coordinated cross-entity management for renowned organizations including the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Bassett Hospital. Managed high-level governmental relations at federal and state levels.

Directed global sales for a publicly traded defense contractor (AMEX:EAG), achieving $40 million in annual revenue. Clients included the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Secret Service, and New York Stock Exchange. Reorganized the sales division, redesigned compensation plans, and established a structured pipeline for sustained growth.

Founded what became the U.S. Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment, pioneering a comprehensive support system for injured Marines and their families. Built the organization from inception—developing policy, staffing, infrastructure, and interagency partnerships. Worked closely with senior defense officials, including the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of the Navy.

Elected to represent 128,000 constituents in the 127th District. Served as Ranking Member of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee and contributed to key committees including Agriculture, Small Business, and Tourism. Recognized by the Manhattan Institute as the legislature’s most fiscally disciplined member. Founding member, Armed Forces Legislative Caucus.

Directed statewide member services for a 33,000-member nonprofit. Managed multiple insurance and financial programs, including a $10M workers’ compensation safety group. Doubled sales in the first year and achieved the two most profitable years since 1967. Oversaw policy, strategic planning, and assessment functions with a $1M budget and 4-person team.

Led 350 field agents and 16 marketing professionals across 12 states. Revitalized sales performance after six stagnant years. Introduced the company’s first coordinated advertising, direct marketing, and web-based training initiatives. Managed $3M budget and major corporate events including international incentive programs.

Managed the company’s largest regional office with 10 agents and 5 client service representatives. Recruited, trained, and mentored top-performing agents. Twice qualified for incentive trips under both agent and manager criteria—a company first. Earned Certified Insurance Counselor designation in record time and ranked among the company’s top producers.