Jeff Wright
About Jeff Wright
Jeff Wright is the Managing Director at MassMutual Strategic Distributors, overseeing territories in Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. He has extensive experience in life insurance brokerage and has held various leadership roles in the financial services industry, including positions at Symetra, Sun Life Financial, and Pacific Life.
Managing Director at MassMutual Strategic Distributors
Jeff Wright is currently the Managing Director at MassMutual Strategic Distributors. His territory includes Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. In this role, he oversees a range of operations and strategies designed to optimize distribution efforts across these states.
Previous Roles at Symetra and Sun Life Financial
Jeff Wright previously held the position of Regional Vice President of Life Sales at Symetra for nine years, overseeing operations in the Southwest United States. He was based in Houston, Texas, during this period from 2012 to 2021. Before that, in 2011, Jeff briefly served as Regional Vice President at Sun Life Financial, also based in Houston, Texas.
Experience as Mayor of Newington, CT
Jeff Wright served as the Mayor of Newington, CT, from 2007 to 2011. During his tenure, he was involved in local governance and community development, contributing to various local initiatives aimed at improving the community's infrastructure and services.
Background in Financial Planning and Insurance
From 2005 to 2011, Jeff Wright operated as a Certified Financial Planner and owner of Jeff Wright, CFP, in Newington, CT. He also worked as a Benefits Specialist at Thompson-Budar Insurance Agency in Honolulu, focusing on employee benefits from 1995 to 1997. His career includes extensive experience in life insurance brokerage, particularly in the Brokerage General Agency (BGA) and Institutional Life Brokerage sectors.
Military Service in the United States Marine Corps
Jeff Wright served as a Reservist in the United States Marine Corps from 1992 to 1997. His assignments were in Charlie Company, Plainville, CT, and the 4th Force Reconnaissance unit in Honolulu, HI. This service provided him with discipline and leadership skills that have benefited his extensive career in finance and local government.
Educational Background
Jeff obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Marist College, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. He completed his high school education at Newington High School, earning his diploma in 1990. This educational foundation laid the groundwork for his substantial roles in financial planning, insurance, and public service.