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Since 1883, Modern Woodmen of America has brought people together, supported families and strengthened communities.

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Grow with Modern Woodmen! As a financial representative, you can make a positive impact for your family and your community.

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We can help you meet your current needs, achieve your future dreams and plan for all stages of life.

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Modern Woodmen membership is about relationships. As a member, you work together with a trusted local representative to plan for some of the most important moments in the lives of those you love.

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Modern Woodmen offers a variety of fraternal member benefits for all ages.

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People are looking for individualized financial advice they can trust. They need your help, and they are everywhere. That means you can build your Modern Woodmen business right where you are. Moving van optional!

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At Modern Woodmen, you’ll find yourself in a career that’s in high demand. CareerCast.com lists financial advisor as one of the seven most in-demand jobs that pay over $80,000. Anticipated hiring growth is 30 percent by 2024. Read the full article from CNBC >>

  • Modern Woodmen offers all the training and tools you need to succeed.
  • You take that knowledge and help families plan for their financial futures through life insurance, annuities, investments, and other products and services.
  • You could also choose to pursue a leadership position, where you can help guide others on their career paths.
Financial representative

Financial representative

As a financial representative, you’ll help your clients (Modern Woodmen members) plan for their financial security through life insurance, annuities, investments and other financial products.

To succeed in this position, you should:

  • Have an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Be comfortable approaching people.
  • Have desire and determination.
  • Be coachable and willing to learn.
  • Want to help others.
  • Have a positive attitude, good character and integrity.

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Dannielle Roberts
Dannielle Roberts
Financial representative since 2012

Financial representative FAQ

Q: Will I be all on my own?
A: Nope. You can work as part of a team of professional financial representatives, get advice from a mentor in the business, and receive support from a managing partner and/or regional director.
Q: Will I receive financial help getting started?
A: Yes. Through Modern Woodmen’s business development program, you can earn cash up front to help get your business up and running.
Q: What if I don’t know much about financial services?
A: We’ll teach you. Modern Woodmen provides in-depth training to meet your members’ needs today and tomorrow and to expand your market in the future.
Q: Will I have access to products people need?
A: You bet! Through Modern Woodmen and its subsidiaries, you’ll have all the tools you need to meet the financial needs of families and small businesses. We offer an extensive portfolio of products that are high-quality and highly competitive.
Leader in training
Tyler Larson
Tyler Larson
Leader in training Since 2014

Leader in training

If you join Modern Woodmen as a leader in training, you’ll participate in our Pathway to Leadership program. You’ll establish yourself as a financial services professional while preparing to train and lead others.

To succeed in this position, you should:

  • Have a desire to lead.
  • Be willing to work hard.
  • Want to help others.
  • Be coachable and a quick learner.
  • Have a positive attitude, good character and integrity.

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Leader in training FAQ

Q: Can anyone be a leader in training?
A: No. Modern Woodmen has a competitive selection process to choose the right candidates for this position.
Q: What if I decide a leadership position isn’t right for me?
A: The Pathway to Leadership program is flexible. Many leaders in training choose to remain in personal practice or continue as a managing partner, since this position doesn’t require relocation.
Q: How difficult is the Pathway to Leadership program?
A: We’re not going to lie – it’s hard work. The program has rigorous performance and education standards. But for the right person, the rewards are worth it.
Q: How long before I can advance to the top?
A: You can earn the opportunity to become a regional director (CEO of a Modern Woodmen region) within three to five years.
Managing partner

Managing partner

As a managing partner, you’ll grow a team of financial representatives. You’ll help guide and train your team members as they work to meet the financial needs of Modern Woodmen members in your district.

To succeed in this position, you should:

  • Be able to attract, motivate and coach others.
  • Want to help people reach their potential.
  • Have a desire to lead.
  • Be willing to grow and learn.
  • Have a positive attitude, good character and integrity.

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Hector Romo
Hector Romo
Managing partner since 2016

Managing partner FAQ

Q: Will I receive training?
A: You bet! Modern Woodmen provides training and mentoring to help you grow as a leader. You’ll help your team find success by following our proven-effective systems.
Q: Will I receive financial help getting started?
A: Yes. Modern Woodmen provides income support through generous subsidies during the early years building your district. Modern Woodmen leaders are among the highest income earners in their communities.
Q: Will I need to relocate?
A: No. You can be appointed as a managing partner right in your hometown.
Q: What advanced education is required for this position?
A: As a managing partner, you’ll need to obtain and retain industry designations (such as LUTC and CLU®) and your Series 6, 63 and 26 licenses.
Regional director
Lori Seckel
Lori Seckel
Regional director Since 2013

Regional director

As a regional director, you’ll serve as the CEO of your own Modern Woodmen regional organization. You’ll build your region by recruiting, developing and mentoring a team of managing partners and financial representatives.

To succeed in this position, you should:

  • Be a leader of leaders.
  • Have vision and desire.
  • Be comfortable with change.
  • Be willing to make tough decisions.
  • Be able to attract, motivate and coach others.
  • Have a positive attitude, good character and integrity.

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Regional director FAQ

Q: Will I need to relocate?
A: Possibly. Modern Woodmen has regions throughout the United States. You may be asked to move to an area we are trying to grow.
Q: Will I receive training?
A: You bet! You’ll continuously grow as a leader through involvement in industry and Modern Woodmen leadership conferences. You’ll also receive advice, support and motivation from home office leaders and fellow regional directors throughout the country.
Q: Will I receive financial help getting started?
A: Yes. Modern Woodmen provides income support through generous subsidies during the early years building your region. Modern Woodmen leaders are among the highest income earners in their communities.
Q: What advanced education is required for this position?
A: As a regional director, you’ll need to obtain and retain industry designations (such as LUTC and CLU®) and your Series 6, 63 and 26 licenses.
Intern

Intern

As an intern, you’ll receive an overview of the financial services industry and Modern Woodmen’s sales techniques. You’ll gain valuable, real-world experience you can take back to the classroom and into the future.

To succeed in this position, you should:

  • Have an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Be comfortable approaching people.
  • Have desire and determination.
  • Be coachable and willing to learn.
  • Want to help others.
  • Have a positive attitude, good character and integrity.

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Lucas Hill
Lucas Hill
Former intern

Intern FAQ

Q: Will I be making coffee and picking up dry-cleaning?
A: No. While Modern Woodmen internships vary from region to region, the purpose of the internship program is to give you hands-on experience to help you determine if a career in fraternal financial services might be right for you.
Q: Can I get hired full time after my internship?
A: Maybe. An internship is a great way to try out a financial representative career, risk-free. If you’re successful, we’ll be happy to explore full-time career opportunities with you.
Q: Will I get paid as an intern?
A: Depending on how your internship is structured, you can earn college credit and/or get paid for your hard work.
Q: How long does the internship last?
A: You’ll work with the regional director or managing partner to develop a schedule that works for both of you. Modern Woodmen internships typically consist of a 10-week training program followed by 10 weeks of selling.

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