Throughout his career, Mr. Smith has been recognized as a top producer for several reputable insurance carriers in the United States for five consecutive years, including Cigna.
VAN BUREN, MO, June 25, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Brad Smith has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Smith is a distinguished figure in the insurance and financial services sector, currently serving as the owner and founder of Empower Financial Group USA, a sales company that are experts in insurance brokerage and offers a wide range of group benefit plans and financial services. His journey began with the establishment of B&E Smith Investments LLC in 2007 and a holding company Triple B Property Management LLC in 2017 where he continues to serve the owner.
Mr. Smith's career in sales took off at Family Heritage Life Insurance Company of America in 2018, where his skills were immediately evident. Prior to this, Mr. Smith owned Bradco from 2007 to 2019, showcasing his versatility and commitment to business development. His foundational experiences as a project manager for Bob Sutton Real Estate & Loans and his roles at US Foods as territory sales manager, along with his time as field sales manager at Cutco Vector Marketing Corp, have all contributed to his profound expertise in sales, direct sales, and sales training.
Mr. Smith's academic background laid the groundwork for his professional achievements. After completing an Associate of Arts in health and physical education at Three Rivers College in 2001, he went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in health and fitness promotions from what is now Missouri State University in 2003. Further enhancing his professional acumen, Mr. Smith obtained a Certified Sales Professional (CSP) certification from Bob Oros Sales Training in 2007 and holds an accident, health and life insurance license from the State of Missouri.
Throughout his career, Mr. Smith has been recognized as a top producer for several reputable insurance carriers in the United States for five consecutive years, including Cigna—a Fortune 12 insurance company. His accolades include being named #1 Producer at Empower Financial Group from 2019 to 2023, among other prestigious awards that highlight his exceptional talent and dedication to excellence in the insurance industry.
Mr. Smith attributes much of his success to his unwavering Christian faith and the strong work ethic instilled by his parents. His early recognition of a knack for sales during college eventually led him to pivot from real estate to insurance and financial services—a decision that reinvigorated his career and aligned with his passion for sales and training.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Mr. Smith is deeply committed to civic engagement. He has been a board member of the Three Rivers Endowment Trust from 2012 to 2017, even serving as board chairman for one year. His involvement extends to serving on several boards and supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital along with various local charities. Previously, he was also a board member at a local church.
Mr. Smith's personal life is anchored by his family; he is a devoted husband of 20 years and father to two sons. Outside of work, he cherishes watching his sons play baseball and basketball, hunting, and fishing. Looking ahead, he is focused on expanding the Empower Financial Group into a thriving $50 million agency while achieving financial freedom to support community initiatives and continue exploring new destinations through travel.
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