Paritosh Pathak is a renowned strategic networking coach recognized for his dedication to helping individuals, businesses and organizations master the art of building impactful networks. Pathak believes the quality of our networks shapes the quality of our lives, and he’s committed to helping his clients transform their connections into powerful drivers of success. Trusted by organizations like Max Life Insurance Company to train their top advisors, Pathak has presented on global stages, such as at the prestigious G20 Summit, where he shared his insights on relationship-building and strategic networking.

Surawut Pattanabandit has 28 years of experience in the financial services profession, currently serving as director at Numthong 460 and as a senior sales consultant at Thapchantra 17. He obtained his bachelor's degree in printing technology, and his previous experience includes roles at Advance Agore Public Company Ltd. and the Kaset Rung Ruang Piporn Group. Since joining AIA Co. Ltd. in 1996, Pattanabandit has garnered multiple awards in various regions, received an honorary doctorate in 2021, and has been featured in numerous well-known magazines and television shows.

Kim Payne is a speaker, trainer and business coach with more than three decades of experience in financial services. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics, advanced diplomas in financial planning and has served in leadership roles for 20 years at corporations such as Credit Suisse, Citibank and NAB/MLC before launching her own businesses in 2010. Through her keynotes, workshops, programs and coaching strategies, Payne helps professionals build their practices, grow personally and achieve meaningful results.

Avraam Pekris is the CEO and founder of Huminance Insurance Agents and Consultants and holds a degree in actuarial science from the London School of Economics. His background includes serving as the general manager of Eurolife Cyprus, where he achieved significant milestones, as well as in other roles with the UK Public Sector Actuaries Department, Buck Consultants and Aon Associates. Pekris authored the book "Beyond the Policy: The Secrets to Insurance Mastery" and has been recognized for his exceptional skills and contributions to the insurance profession.

Godofredo Batas Peteza III is a branch manager at Pru Life UK in the Philippines. He holds a bachelor’s degree in information technology and has been in the financial services profession for 10 years, serving as a leader for six years. Specializing in financial planning, wealth management and high-net-worth clients, Peteza has helped his team of 130 financial advisors and three agency leaders achieve top awards, including for the highest activity and MDRT ratio versus total manpower.

Bryan Phang, BBA, AEPP, leads a team of 25 financial consultants and has over a decade of experience in financial services, with eight years in agency leadership. He’s the only agency leader globally to win the MDRT Culture of Excellence Diamond Agency Award three years in a row — 2023, 2024, and 2025. This award recognises top performance in production, recruitment, retention, persistency, Whole Person development, and MDRT membership. Bryan’s approach is simple: lead with clarity, build with heart, and never leave anyone behind. His commitment to excellence and leadership distinguishes him as a trailblazer in the financial services profession.

Steven A. Plewes, CLU, ChFC, es un comunicador y solucionador de problemas experimentado y eficaz. Con casi 40 años de experiencia como empresario independiente en los servicios financieros, ha perfeccionado sus habilidades para entender a las personas, ayudarlas a lograr sus objetivos y prepararlas para afrontar la transición a la jubilación. A lo largo de su carrera, ha ocupado numerosos cargos de liderazgo en el sector de servicios financieros, especialmente en MDRT, y ha sido orador en diversas conferencias internacionales. También es el autor del recién publicado libro “The High Altitude View”.

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Svetlana Plitin-Tamaviciene began working in the life insurance profession in 2014. She has achieved remarkable results by balancing her roles as a wife, mother and businesswoman while consistently qualifying for MDRT. She is co-founder and director of the business referrals chapters at BNI and is passionate about sharing her perspective with audiences worldwide that no matter how challenging the market and life become, advisors can thrive by maintaining the right attitude, high activity, discipline and more.

Kallaya Puangkingkaew serves as the center manager at Thai Life Insurance Public Co. Ltd., bringing more than 16 years of professional experience to her role. Puangkingkaew graduated with a bachelor’s degree with honors, and she has an extensive background in finance and accounting. She actively contributes as a company spokesperson for various initiatives, playing a pivotal role in generating 90% of the company's sales through unconventional channel, and has been the recipient of numerous accolades.

Sergio Puente, CLI, FSCP, es socio fundador de la Fábrica de Futuros Viejitos Millonarios, una firma dedicada a crear estrategias de jubilación para mexicanos alrededor del mundo. Puente, licenciado en negocios internacionales y especialista en análisis técnico bursátil, posee 18 años de experiencia en el sector financiero, 11 de ellos como asesor profesional de seguros.

Erik Qualman is a bestselling author of five books on digital leadership and the founder of Equalman Studios, which has produced film and animation projects for The Walt Disney Company, IBM, Cartier and many other global brands. Qualman received an honorary doctorate for his groundbreaking work “What Happens in Vegas Stays on YouTube” and is a former sitting professor at Harvard and MIT edX labs. His “Socialnomics” concepts have been featured on 60 Minutes, in The Wall Street Journal and are used by NASA. And

Isela Quiñones es licenciada en psicología educativa y actualmente cursa la carrera de economía y finanzas. Ha destacado por su desempeño como agente integral de seguros en sus 14 años de experiencia en el sector asegurador y, gracias al marketing digital, desde 2021 se ha posicionado en su compañía como campeona regional por mayor número de pólizas.

Isela Quiñones se ha desempeñado en la profesión de servicios financieros desde hace 14 años como agente de seguros integral, posee una licenciatura en psicología educativa y actualmente cursa la licenciatura de economía y finanzas. Quiñones está especializada en marketing digital, gracias al cual desde 2021 ha sido campeona regional por mayor número de pólizas en su compañía.

Rodrigo Rivera se unió al sector de servicios financieros en 2009 como asesor en Seguros Monterrey New York Life, en donde se ha especializado en planes de retiro, seguros de vida y planes educacionales. Además, ha participado como orador para MDRT y pertenece a los 100 mejores asesores de su compañía.

Laura Rodríguez, FSCP, es maestra en derecho, conferencista, escritora y capacitadora. Hace 8 años ingresó a la profesión de servicios financieros como asesora en Seguros Monterrey New York Life y en 2024 inició su propia promotoría. Rodríguez es autora del libro “Lady Futurista” que les explica a los millennials las consecuencias de la crisis financiera que habrá en el 2050 en México debido al sistema de pensiones. Entre sus reconocimientos destacan el XIII Premio Nacional de Periodismo y Comunicación en Seguros AMIS 2023 en la categoría de creadores de contenido.

Josele Romo posee una destacada trayectoria de 19 años en el sector de servicios financieros. Sus áreas de especializad son marketing, telemarketing, capacitación y desarrollo de asesores. Actualmente forma parte del consejo nacional de asesores de Seguros Monterrey New York Life y ha sido orador en diversos foros del sector.

Yolen Sada has been in the financial services profession for 12 years, serving as a leader for the past 11 years. As a sales director at her own firm with Prudential Seguros Mexico S.A., Sada specializes in sales, leadership and mindset while managing a team of 45 advisors and managers. She has received many awards for recruiting and sales, and her previous experience includes running her own jewelry brand.

Ryan Salonia began his financial services career at State Farm in 1997, soon after graduating from college. He continued to evolve, from helping people manage their car insurance claims to spending time in agency leadership, before starting his own agency in 2007. He has since earned many accolades for his accomplishments and enjoys managing his five full-time and two part-time team members with a positive attitude and a goal to lead with intent.

Bipin Savla has been an insurance advisor at Life Insurance Corporation of India for the past 23 years, specializing in retirement planning solutions for individuals and company employees. With a background in teaching and accounting, Savla holds degrees in chemistry, software engineering, banking, insurance and investment. He also has been awarded the Vocational Excellence Award by Rotary International.

Jeffrey Scott, CFP, Ph.D., is the head of advice strategy at MetLife Australia. With more than 30 years of experience in the insurance profession, Scott is a regular media commentator on topics such as insurance, superannuation, pensions and finance. He created the first terminal illness benefit for life insurance products in Australia and has conducted more than 2,000 presentations across 11 countries. He also lectures at universities on financial planning, investment, taxation, pensions and insurance.

Augustine Seah, BSc, started his agency when he was 26 and now leads a team of nearly 70 consultants and staff members. He strongly believes that cultivating young leaders in the industry is key to fostering agency growth and success. Seah has received numerous awards over the years, including the President’s Club Award, the Multimillion-Dollar Agency Leader Award and the Million-Dollar Agency Leader Award.

Augustine Seah, BSc, started his agency when he was 26 and now leads a team of nearly 70 consultants and staff members. He strongly believes that cultivating young leaders in the industry is key to fostering agency growth and success. Seah has received numerous awards over the years, including the President’s Club Award, the Multimillion-Dollar Agency Leader Award and the Million-Dollar Agency Leader Award.

Kwanchanok Sikhiwat has served as executive director of sales at Allianz Ayudhya Assurance for 17 years. She holds a master’s degree in educational administration from Chulalongkorn University and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Chiang Mai University. Prior to entering the insurance profession, she worked as a freelance speaker in personality development, public speaking and communication, driven by an interest in insurance and the industry's training systems.

Paweł Skotnicki is the founder and first president of the Board of the Polish Association of Recommended Insurance Advisors. He is the author of the book “POLAK MĄDRY PRZED SZKODĄ” (“Before the Milk Spills”), a columnist in the insurance newspaper Gazeta Ubezpieczeniowa and has authored several e-books on estate planning, budgeting and financial education for children.

Jidapa Srimuang, CFP, LUTCF, transitioned from being a national gymnast to a prominent national financial advisor, devoting 24 years to the financial services profession. Beginning her career as a life insurance agent, Srimuang has since advanced to the role of financial advisor, providing clients with comprehensive financial planning solutions. She has built a distinguished reputation through numerous media articles and interviews, and her unwavering dedication, discipline and leadership inspire collaboration, compassion and shared growth among her peers in the financial planning field.