Family Category: "Inspire" Stories

More Than a Business

Get a taste of the Integrity life and discover the people who are making it great.

November 6, 2025

Grounded in His Roots

At Integrity, we know success is never a solo act — it takes a community, a family. Enriz Ramirez, CEO of MCare1 Agency, understands that deeply. He’s lived through rebuilding after natural disasters and seen firsthand what’s possible when your community stands behind you. Growing up in Puerto Rico, Enriz says his beginnings were humble…

October 13, 2025

Beating the Odds

More than ever before, women are making a bold and powerful impact in the insurance industry — and it’s because of iconic leaders like Jasmine Suazo, Co-Founder of The Wealth Academy. She has built a company focused on mentoring women and teaching them how to be successful in not only business, but as mothers. When..

September 15, 2025

For the Kids and the Community

The insurance industry gives everyday people real opportunities to change lives. This industry exists to help people plan for the good days ahead, lift up communities and to serve those in need. For Unique Hunnicutt, President of Real Life Solutions, she has seen and created this impact for her family, her team and hundreds of local kids.

September 5, 2025

Beyond the Homefront

People who join the insurance industry often find success because they enjoy serving and helping others. Jonathan Mason, Founder and President of LMT Financial, understands that and has made service a key part of his life and work.

August 27, 2025

Seeds of Success

It takes a certain level of empathy and care to succeed in the insurance industry — what we do matters, as we make real changes to improve and support people’s lives. Cindy Kien, CFO of Phoenix Star Insurance Agency, knows how important it is to cultivate these service-centered environments where agents can grow and thrive.

August 22, 2025

For All the Right Reasons

Perseverance — it’s what pushes us through the challenges of today, while striving for a better tomorrow. Ellis Suazo, Co-Founder of The Wealth Academy, knows the power of perseverance and has put in the hard work to beat the odds, not only for his business, but for his family.

August 11, 2025

Shooting for Success

The husband-and-wife team at Phoenix Star Insurance Agency is helping raise up our industry’s next generation of leaders. For many Integrity family members, sports have played a significant role in how they’ve developed into the icons they are today. Allan Ly, CEO of Phoenix Star Insurance Agency, says that’s one of the primary reasons why he is grateful his three kids are enjoying one of his favorite pastimes, basketball.

August 8, 2025

Architect of Dreams

Cecilia Vargas stands as a beacon for a new generation of leaders transforming the insurance industry, showing a path to success with her unique blend of ambition and resilience.

August 1, 2025

Founder’s Court

On a special live on-location “Inspire” Podcast episode filmed during the 2023 Integrity Foundation Playground Build, Integrity Co-Founder Mike Wingate surprised us all with an ambitious dream — to build pickleball courts in Norfolk, Nebraska. And last week, with the help of fellow Co-Founders Tom Schueth and Bryan W. Adams, this dream became an exciting..

July 28, 2025

Building the American Dream

Many members of the Integrity family have come to America, hopeful for the opportunity to work hard and create a legacy for their families. On the “Inspire” Podcast, we heard the story of We The People Agency Founder Rodolfo Vargas, who through true grit and perseverance pursued his own American Dream. Born and raised in..

July 25, 2025

Lessons From The Mountain

Building a successful business can be a lot like climbing a mountain. The more one’s business grows, the more responsibilities there are. While on the mountain, the higher one climbs, the less oxygen there is and the harder it can be to continue. Both require a committed mindset to help push through and overcome adversity. Andy Riddle, President and CEO of Alliance Arete, understands that truth — not only as an inspirational leader in insurance, but also as an extreme hiker.

July 18, 2025

Teaching Teens the Power of Serving

In this industry, you can experience success with a focus on serving your community. Dave Cheatham, President of FFSG, understands that and takes pride in putting service first — not only in his business, but also in his personal life.