Joseph Jordan is an inspirational speaker, behavioral finance expert and author of the award-winning book “Living a Life of Significance,” which has sold more than 150,000 copies and is translated into five languages. Jordan has given hundreds of presentations to more than 400,000 financial services professionals in 28 countries around the world and was the recipient of the 2023 John Newton Russell Memorial Award, the highest honor accorded by the insurance industry for outstanding services to the institution of life insurance.

Luis Arturo Juárez Morales has 25 years of experience in finance and business. He has worked for various consulting firms, financial groups and private investment fund companies throughout his career. Currently, he is the founder and managing partner of ARPRO Family Office, a firm that specializes in insurance and manages the wealth of hundreds of clients. Additionally, Juárez Morales has been a speaker on financial and wealth management topics at forums within the insurance profession.

Daisuke Kabata is an advisor at Lifeguard Japan Co. Ltd. and an active MDRT member. With 26 years of experience in the field, Kabata specializes in life insurance consulting, real estate advice, and property and casualty insurance. Before joining the business, he worked in the trading division of a medical equipment manufacturer.

Daisuke Kabata is an advisor at Lifeguard Japan Co. Ltd. and an active MDRT member. With 26 years of experience in the field, Kabata specializes in life insurance consulting, real estate advice, and property and casualty insurance. Before joining the business, he worked in the trading division of a medical equipment manufacturer.

Akiko Kawagoe is an executive consultant at FP Partner Inc. She has 32 years of experience and specializes in the insurance business.

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Pakpoom Kaewtrakanwong, FChFP, serves as assistant director of sales with more than a decade of experience. He earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering (second class honors) from Chulalongkorn University and holds prestigious qualifications.

Ryosuke Kambara is an executive life partner at Tokio Marine & Nichido Anshin Life Insurance Company. With more than a decade of experience in the financial services profession, Kambara specializes in working with individuals and corporations and has received his company’s President’s Cup for 12 consecutive years.

Diana Kander is a New York Times bestselling author and innovation consultant who has spent her career challenging assumptions and asking big questions. A serial entrepreneur who entered the U.S. as a refugee at the age of 8, Kander has sold millions of dollars’ worth of products and services. Her first book has been used by more than 100 universities in their innovation courses as well as by organizations to help their employees think more like entrepreneurs, while her second book describes a methodology to keep curiosity alive inside of an organization, ultimately future-proofing the business.

Aaron Kane, B Bus, AFA, is a second-generation financial advisor and director of EK Financial Group, a family-owned firm founded by his father. With two decades of experience, Kane began working in the family business when he was 21. He has played a key role in transforming EK Financial Group into a highly efficient, profitable firm, combining cutting-edge strategies with the personal touch his family business is known for. An active MDRT member who is passionate about innovation and growth, Kane enjoys mentoring young advisors aspiring to qualify for MDRT .

Aaron Kane, B Bus, AFA, is a second-generation financial advisor and director of EK Financial Group, a family-owned firm founded by his father. With two decades of experience, Kane began working in the family business when he was 21. He has played a key role in transforming EK Financial Group into a highly efficient, profitable firm, combining cutting-edge strategies with the personal touch his family business is known for. An active MDRT member who is passionate about innovation and growth, Kane enjoys mentoring young advisors aspiring to qualify for MDRT.

Hyeon Ho Kang has 22 years of experience as a financial services advisor. Utilizing excellent communication skills and expertise accumulated from his experience as a cram school instructor, Kang strives to provide clients with optimized retirement income solutions. He has won numerous awards, obtained retirement-related qualifications and is currently preparing a doctoral dissertation on retirement asset management.

Akiko Kawagoe is an executive consultant at FP Partner Inc. She has 32 years of experience and specializes in the insurance business.

Carol Kheng, ChFC, is the 2025 President of MDRT. Kheng has served in multiple roles on the MDRT Executive Committee since 2022. She previously served as Divisional Vice President for Global Conference Program General Arrangements in 2019 and for MDRT’s Member Resources–Practice Management Division in 2009. Kheng also has served on the Board of Trustees of the MDRT Foundation, for which she is a Diamond Knight. Kheng is a master financial consultant with Prudential Assurance Company Singapore, where she was the founding member and chairperson of its MDRT Club.

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Weeradet Kongcharoensuk has extensive experience in the life insurance sector, having held roles as both a life insurance advisor executive and an investment advisor. He is also an MDRT Life member, reflecting his commitment to excellence and dedication to serving his clients.

Hye Ok Kim is a representative at MetLife Korea, specializing in life insurance consulting. She has been in the financial services profession for 14 years and has experience with estate planning, policy analysis and solution planning, and inheritance. She holds a Bachelor of Science in information and communication engineering at Youngjin College and won the FP Conference Excellence Award for her accomplishments.

Márta Borbála Király has been in the financial services profession for more than a decade. Her practice focuses on providing financial planning to business owners, executives and professionals. She shares her practical ideas at speaking engagements all over the world and is passionate about mentoring fellow financial advisors. Kiraly is also an MDRT Foundation Gold Knight.

Márta Borbála Király has been in the financial services profession for more than a decade. Her practice focuses on providing financial planning to business owners, executives and professionals. She shares her practical ideas at speaking engagements all over the world and is passionate about mentoring fellow financial advisors. Király is also an MDRT Foundation Gold Knight.

Ryosuke Kitaguchi represents Prudential Life Insurance Company. He has 22 years of experience and has qualified for his company’s President’s Club Award 18 times. He was formerly employed by Toray Industries Inc.

June Rong Rong Koh joined Prudential Assurance Singapore in 2019 as a financial advisor. A pharmacist by training, Koh combines analytical precision with a passion for client well-being. Her innovative approach to personal branding and client relationships not only propelled her to Court of the Table status in her first year but also significantly improved her mentorship capabilities. As a senior financial services manager, Koh is dedicated to multiplying her impact through guiding other advisors toward success.

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Lizette Kominik Sterling has more than 30 years of experience in the insurance and surety field and has been an insurance advisor for the last 22 years. She holds a degree in marketing, a postgraduate degree in human resources, and is a professor of insurance and surety bonding at the postgraduate level.

Theerawat Korkietanon has more than 10 years of experience in the insurance profession. As senior district manager at Allianz Ayudhya since 2015, Korkietanon’s career began in health insurance sales, later expanding to case management and customer service for high-net-worth individuals. After earning a communications degree, he worked at Workpoint for a decade and at an event agency before transitioning to insurance.

Panida Krueawiwattanakul served as senior executive vice president at Allianz Ayudhya for eight years, specializing in comprehensive financial planning services for high-net-worth individuals and families. With a diverse professional background that includes roles as a flight attendant, executive in national organizations and entrepreneur, Krueawiwattanakul has received numerous awards throughout her career.

Panida Krueawiwattanakul served as senior executive vice president at Allianz Ayudhya for eight years, specializing in comprehensive financial planning services for high-net-worth individuals and families. With a diverse professional background that includes roles as a flight attendant, executive in national organizations and entrepreneur, Krueawiwattanakul has received numerous awards throughout her career.

Panupon Vungvilai, AFP, is the chief executive officer of FWB Life Insurance Public Co. Ltd., where she brings 32 years of experience to her role. With specialties in future and retirement planning, Vungvilai has been recognized as one of the top three experts at her company. She also holds multiple advanced professional certifications, further solidifying her reputation as a leader in the field.

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Chia-Cheng Kuo is director at Cathay Life Insurance. He holds a master’s degree, has 18 years of experience in the financial services profession and specializes in protection products.

Sofía Ledesma began her career in the financial services industry in 2006 as a retirement expert in Pension Fund Management (AFORE). With over 18 years of experience, this MDRT member has been an agent at Seguros Monterrey New York Life since 2017. Ledesma holds a master’s degree in financial services and insurance and is currently pursuing a degree in economics and finance.

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Joo Hwan Lee has been in the financial services profession for 14 years and currently serves as the branch manager at KMI Asset. His achievements include winning the grand prize at Mirae Asset Life Insurance for nine consecutive years and achieving the No. 1 branch in KMI Asset. Leading a sales organization of 100 people, he demonstrates excellent leadership qualities and speaks on a variety of topics, including whole life insurance, annuities, leadership and organizational management.

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