Careers at New York Life for African Americans

African Americans are increasing their wealth – and New York Life agents are serving their needs. Indeed, the industry has come a long way from “burial insurance,” small policies meant to barely cover the cost of a funeral.

Today, African Americans are utilizing life insurance, annuities and financial products offered by New York Life Insurance and its subsidiaries as sound and savvy financial tools to pay off debts and mortgages, fund college educations and weddings, provide cash for a business or down payment on a home, or allow a widowed spouse to live more comfortably. And for African American insurance agents, there isn’t a better company to work for than New York Life.

We are deeply committed to providing products and services to help African Americans build their financial foundations and achieve their financial goals. Please browse through our site and see how New York Life has been, and currently is, involved in your community. In addition to information about New York Life's products and services, we offer information on particular Life Events and Financial Goals that will help you prepare to speak with a professional New York Life agent.

Embracing Empowerment – African American Agents Creating a Legacy of Wealth

Meet nine agents who manage almost $1Billion of in force life insurance. Policies that will help create generational wealth for African American families, businesses and communities. We hope you are inspired by them, and the possibilities that come with being a New York Life agent. Click on their names to read their stories:

"I feel I am making a difference in my community."
-Veronica Hamilton

"The industry needs more African Americans."
-William Johnson

Join our proud team and share in our many informative and inspirational meetings and networking events. Over 125 agents attended a Northeast Zone Sales Summit on May 10 & 11, 2007 in NYC.