John Shaffer
About John Shaffer
John Shaffer serves as the Regional Vice President at Primerica in Methuen, Massachusetts, where he has worked for 22 years. He has over 15 years of experience in coaching youth sports and focuses on helping families achieve financial independence through education and appropriate financial products.
Work at Primerica
John Shaffer has served as Regional Vice President at Primerica since 2002, accumulating over 22 years of experience in this role. Based in Methuen, Massachusetts, he focuses on empowering individuals to become their own bosses through Primerica's success system. His responsibilities include recruiting and developing new agents, with an emphasis on high moral character and a positive attitude. Shaffer is dedicated to helping families achieve financial independence by providing education and access to appropriate financial products.
Education and Expertise
John Shaffer has a diverse educational background. He studied General Studies at Azusa Pacific University and earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from Centralia College, where he attended from 1982 to 1983. He then pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Religion/Religious Studies at Linfield University from 1983 to 1985. Additionally, he obtained a Master's of Divinity from Anderson University, completing his studies from 1985 to 1991. Shaffer also teaches college classes in Leadership, Personal Finances, and Bible, catering to both English and Spanish-speaking students.
Background
Before his tenure at Primerica, John Shaffer worked as a Case Manager at Columbia River Mental Health Services from 1991 to 1995 in Vancouver, Washington. He also served as an Adjunct Professor at The Mission International/King's Church and College for Global Deployment from 2007 to 2013. His extensive experience in coaching youth sports spans over 15 years, demonstrating his commitment to community engagement and mentorship.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Shaffer has focused on encouraging financial literacy and independence among families. His role at Primerica involves not only recruitment but also the development of agents who share a commitment to ethical practices. By teaching college courses, he contributes to the education of students in both English and Spanish, utilizing interpreters to ensure accessibility. His dedication to coaching youth sports further highlights his commitment to fostering growth and development in various community settings.