Meet Our Partners

Solomon Hicks

CEO of Hicks Global Services

Solomon Hicks is a renowned speaker, career coach, and consultant with over 55 years of experience in the life insurance sector. He founded Hicks Global Services, dedicated to helping families and ministries protect their legacies. A distinguished Prudential Financial agent for over 35 years, Sol has won the President’s Trophy Award seven times and the President’s Citation Award 21 times. He is a life member of the Million Dollar Round Table for 38 years, with numerous top qualifications. Recently inducted into the Financial Hall of Fame, he also received the Worldwide Chinese Life Insurance Lifetime Achievement Award. An accomplished author of three books, Sol is currently writing a new one. Married to Carol for 60 years, their love story is remarkable, having proposed on their first meeting. Sol mentors over 150 agents globally, emphasizing that success can be both achieved and shared.

Brian Heckert

CLU, CHFC, AIF® - FSM Wealth, Inc.

Brian Heckert is a seasoned financial professional with a career spanning over three decades, having founded Financial Solutions Midwest, LLC in 1985. As a Wealth Manager, he specializes in providing strategic financial advice to both individuals and businesses, focusing on retirement planning and business strategy. His leadership experience is underscored by his role as a past president of the Million Dollar Round Table, a prestigious association for financial professionals. Brian's commitment to excellence is reflected in his numerous accolades, including seven Court of the Table and nine Top of the Table honors. He is also a published author, having written a guide on 401(k) plans to help others navigate complex retirement options. Based in Nashville, Illinois, he leads a small team dedicated to optimizing client financial outcomes. Brian's extensive experience and leadership in the financial sector position him as a trusted advisor in wealth management.

Tony Gordon

Chief Patron of BLIS Experience

Tony Gordon is one of the best-known names in the world of financial services.

In 2001 he became the first President of MDRT from outside North America – having had the unique distinction of having served both as Chairman of MDRT’s Top of the Table and as President of the UK’s insurance agents association. 

Tony Gordon is one of the best known names in the world of financial services. 

In 2001 he became the first President of MDRT from outside North America – having had the unique distinction of having served both as Chairman of MDRT’s Top of the Table and as President of the UK’s insurance agents association. As a speaker, he has spoken in 56 countries. He is the author of the best selling book “It Can Only Get Better”, Tony’s route to sales success. This 55 year veteran of the financial services profession has been an MDRT member for 47 years and a Top of the Table member for 46 years. He was featured as one of the 12 outstanding life insurance sales people in the book commissioned by MDRT entitled “The Greatest Insurance Stories Ever Told”. Now retired, or as Tony prefers to say “rewired”, he focuses his time mentoring other advisers, speaking, looking after his other business interests and spoiling his five grandchildren.

Aamir Chalisa

Advisory Board Member

AAMIR CHALISA, MBA, LUTCF, MDRT- COT

Aamir Chalisa is a General Manager at the Oak Brook, IL branch of Futurity First Insurance Group(FFIG). He leads this branch with 50 agents; it was a leading Branch at Futurity in 2024. Aamir currently serves as a volunteer at GAMA Global. Aamir is the Chairman of OPEN Chicago and serves as COO for OPEN Global. With a successful record of accomplishment in growing diversity in corporate America, Aamir has 34

years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry.

Clayton Zammit

Advisory Board Member

Clayton J. Zammit is a business and technology consultant with over 20 years of experience in strategic business management, software, digital solutions, and digital transformation. He has worked with international companies such as ING Bank, Lloyd's Register, Fraser Eagle, and Morrisons Supermarkets. He has also held CEO positions at boutique technology firms specializing in web and mobile application development, digital marketing strategy, and technology consulting. His expertise is in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions, with a focus on data-driven decision-making. He has advised boards and C-level executives, providing strategic guidance for innovation and operational efficiency.

Georges Kazzi

Advisory Board Member

George M. El Kazzi is an accomplished finance professional with over 25 years of experience in academia, banking, and FinTech. He serves as Chairperson of the Accounting, Economics, and Finance departments at AUST, Lebanon, and has lectured at prestigious institutions like AUB. With a PhD in Business Administration, his expertise spans financial risk management, SME financing, and payment systems. He has contributed to key projects at Banque Du Liban, including Lebanon's National Payment Systems, and published research on banking performance and alternative financing. A certified trainer for IMA/CMA programs, he also holds multiple FinTech certification

Wajih Choueiry

Advisory Board Member

Wajih Choueiry is an expert in business development based in Lebanon. He possesses a diverse skill set from years of experience in various fields, with a proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing high-impact business development projects. His entrepreneurial attitude has been integral to digital transformation initiatives within organizations.

Wajih's professional experience includes serving as Executive Director at Seven Investments Limited since March 2024 , and as Director-Life Insurance at Arabia Insurance Company since April 2022. He was Head of Life Sales at Bankers Assurance SAL from January 2019 to April 2022 and Senior Manager Business Development at MetLife Lebanon from 2009 to December 2018. He also owned LMI Lebanon for five years (2005-2010), where he sold training programs and provided executive coaching.

Walid Madi

Advisory Board Member

Walid Madi is a senior insurance executive with over 20 years of experience in life and health insurance, combining sales leadership, business development, and operational excellence across the Middle East. He currently serves as General Manager – Life Division at Bankers Assurance, where he leads end-to-end strategy execution across sales, underwriting, claims, and customer service. His role includes driving sales performance through field force development, coaching, and the implementation of targeted growth strategies. Earlier in his career, Walid held leadership positions at MetLife Gulf, including Deputy COO and Solutions Architect, where he managed large cross-functional teams and spearheaded regional initiatives in digital transformation, claims efficiency, and customer experience. He also contributed to business optimization efforts at MetLife Lebanon, aligning service delivery with evolving market demands. Walid’s expertise spans commercial strategy, team performance, and operational transformation, with a track record of aligning organizational goals with market-driven execution.

Yiannis Stephanou

Advisory Board Member

Yannis Stephanou is the National Director of BNI Cyprus (Business Network International), the world’s leading referral networking organization, building a dynamic and collaborative business community through structured networking and the Givers Gain Philosophy.   Yannis also leads digital transformation projects in banking, commerce, and marketing. With over 25 years of experience and a strong track record, including the launch of Cyprus’s first eBanking products and mobile app at Laiki eBank, he supports businesses grow through innovative and technology driven strategies. He holds a Master of Science in International Banking and Financial Services from the University of Reading and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Coventry University. He is a certified trainer of the Digital Marketing Institute and Cyprus HRDA.  Yannis is passionate about connecting people, creating value, and driving collective success through meaningful collaboration.