Craig Simms
Craig Simms, founder and principal of Forest Lake Consulting, offers comprehensive distribution consulting for life insurers and insurtech innovators. His areas of focus include: consumer and agent-facing digital quote and apply platforms; accelerated underwriting integration and implementation; creating an ecosystem where both agent and consumer-facing platforms can contribute to growth with minimal disruption. Prior to creating Forest Lake, Craig was the Chief Marketing Officer for Vantis Life Insurance Company.  Over his 18 years at Vantis, he expanded the company footprint from one state to 50, drove a comprehensive re-branding initiative, and built an industry-leading, award-winning (BISA Technology Award) digital agent- and consumer-facing life insurance quote and apply process.
Mitigating Market Risk with Fixed Annuities
Mitigating Market Risk with Fixed Annuities
Protect your retirement funds from market volatility. Explore the benefits of fixed annuities for your investment strategy.
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Maximize Your Retirement: The Tax Benefits of Fixed Rate Annuities
Maximize Your Retirement: The Tax Benefits of Fixed Rate Annuities
Explore the benefits of Canvas Annuity's fixed-rate annuities for tax-deferred growth, unlimited contributions, and lifelong income.
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How Guaranteed Income Annuities Can Help Secure Your Future
How Guaranteed Income Annuities Can Help Secure Your Future
Explore the reliability of Guaranteed Income Annuities for a steady income in retirement, ensuring peace of mind and financial security.
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Unlock Wealth Accumulation and Financial Security with Tax-Deferred Annuities
Unlock Wealth Accumulation and Financial Security with Tax-Deferred Annuities
Discover the perks of Tax-Deferred Annuities, optimizing wealth accumulation while ensuring financial security for a prosperous future.
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Is $2 Million Enough to Retire? Here’s How Long It Will Last
Is $2 Million Enough to Retire? Here’s How Long It Will Last
Retiring with $2M seems sufficient but depends on various factors; it's above the U.S. average, but individual needs vary. Are you ready?
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What Is a Structured Annuity? How Do They Work?
What Is a Structured Annuity? How Do They Work?
RILAs and Buffer Annuities are retirement-focused financial products. Protecting your principal investment from losses. Are they right for you?
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