The Michigan FIC Chapter would like to thank everyone for attending their annual conference this year. It was a great turnout! 

Attendees at the MFIC Fall conference in Boyne HIghland Resort Michigan September 26, 2019

Ellsworth Stout Past NAFIC president, Van Mueller speaker and Edward Arthur President MFIC

To promote ongoing legislative goals, NAFIC board members, with support from the American Fraternal Alliance, meet with members of congress. Our main goal was to show how fraternal societies support and give back to our communities, along with personal stories of ways our groups have made a difference. 

  

On Tuesday afternoon of Sept 23, 2019 NAFIC had the honor to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The NAFIC members participating; Jimmy Tirres CLU, FIC, LUTCF of Catholic Life Insurance, Rick Kremel CLU, CHFC, FIC, LUTCF of Catholic Financial Life,  John Mahon FICF, LUTCF, FSCP of Knights Of Columbus, David Zerhusen FIC, CLU, CHFC, LUTCF, CSA of Catholic Order Of Foresters.

To watch video of the event click the link to youtube below.  

NAFIC Wreath Laying

Crystal Washington has been signed up to speak at our 2020 National Convention in Austin, TX. She is an expert in social media and knows how to leverage technology to increase production and efficiencies. WE look forward to hearing her talk next year! 

For more information you can visit her website here:

https://crystalwashington.com

"We are grateful to NAFIC for your support of our endeavors. I thought you might be interested in hearing a couple of testimonials that highlight the impact of this program and what your dollars support.

Testimonial #1: An Army veteran had recently graduated from college, but had not found a job yet. Dixon Center assisted with her rent, giving her the breathing space she needed in her journey to full-time employment. "I just want to say how grateful I am and how much I needed it. I really appreciate your hard work and efforts, I feel so much safer now. Thank you."

Testimonial #2: An Army veteran had lost her job due to her disability and thus fell behind on her mortgage payments. Even though she had secured another job, she was not able to catch back up and needed a small "push" to get back ahead.  "I Just wanted to let you know that the [mortgage company] posted the funds that you guys sent today. I am so grateful for your assistance. Thank you."

Testimonial #3: A homeless Air Force veteran was unable to afford moving expenses, despite taking the extra steps to secure housing through a HUD program. This obstacle, a true gap, was preventing her from achieving a successful outcome to a desperate situation. Dixon Center was able to provide assistance that resulted in this veteran becoming part of her community again. "Wow! . . . Thank you so much, that is great news! I am so grateful for this assistance right now. This is lifting a burden that's been weighing on me for a while now. I appreciate you guys tons, and I will definitely keep you posted with the progress."

Because of the generosity of those at NAFIC, we are able to continue changing lives every week. Thank you for supporting those who have served our nation!"

Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services

James "Jimmy" Tirres, FIC, CLU, LUTCF

Jimmy started in the business in 1974 as an Agent with Met Life in El Paso, Texas. 

He quickly moved into Sales Management and became a District Manager in 1982; a position he held until he accepted a new position with Met Life in 1984 as Project Director for "Project Uno" and moved his family to San Antonio, Texas. 

After a successful 25 year career with Met Life, 10 of which was in sales, he left to pursue other interests.  In February 2007 he decided to join the Catholic Life family as a General Agent.  Under his proven leadership, the San Antonio General Agency has led Catholic Life in production 9 out of the past 11 years.

Jimmy has continued growing in the knowledge of the industry by acquiring the prestigious CLU and FIC designations.

He has been married to Marie-Claire for 45 years and enjoys the company of his 4 adult children.  As an avid sports enthusiast, he played soccer and became a referee for the sport at the age of 30.  He has continued his passion by coaching and mentoring young soccer referees of all ages.  When he is not at work or on the soccer fields, you can find him in his garden or Vegas!