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Welcome to the Farmers Insurance

Agency Owner Development Center for

Greater San Diego and Southern California.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Farmers Insurance Group is built on a 88-year history of landmark achievements and dedication of service to our customers.

Today, we're the third-largest Property and Casualty insurer in the country.

For someone with drive and ambition, becoming an Agency Owner provides a unique opportunity to incorporate a variety of roles into one career.

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While I serve as President of Agency Operations for Farmers Insurance, My responsibility is to recruit and train entrepreneurs to take full

advantage of what I believe is the best small business opportunity in America today - being a Farmers Agency Owner. My Championship District office uses the Platinum

Elite Marketing System.

Agency Owners are developed using state-of-the-art business-building techniques designed to

help develop long-term relationships with customers.

Training and Development includes marketing and sales techniques in

coordination with my Exclusive S.A.L.E.S. strategy.

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Donald M Swanson, LUTCFPresident of Agency Operations

You will be able to validate your decision whether to progress or not based on documents and websites shared with

you In the interview process.

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If you wanting to start a Career in the Insurance and Investment Industry and

you Want a Rewarding Career that Builds Equity in Your Career, I invite you to

complete the entire interview process.

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If you are looking for a Career in the Insurance and Financial Services industry, you will learn from one

of the industry's most Successful Leaders and Profit from one of the industries most Trusted

Companies.

Donald Swanson & Farmers Insurance

Learn From the Best!Serving the industry for over 29 years, Mr. Swanson has an extensive background in Sales, Marketing, and Management Practice. He is consistently recognized by his peers and the industry as one of the BEST to work under while LEARNING the Rewarding field of financial services and insurance.

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Mr. Swanson’s credentials include:• Farmers Agency Development Manager of the Year

Award• Multiple Manager of the Year Awards, Sales and Growth

Awards• National recognition as one of the Foremost Speakers on

Financial and Insurance Services including hosting the successful and highly acclaimed talk show "Financially Speaking" where he interviewed renowned CEOs, Money Managers, CPAs and leading insurance consultants from around the country.

Mr. Swanson has been recognized by the Farmers Insurance Group as a Championship District Office. His most recent accomplishments include being honored as a Leader among his peers at Farmers Insurance, and achieving "TOPPERS", a Prestigious Farmers Insurance Recognition.

Learn more about joining Mr. Swanson and Farmers Insurance by visiting our Website at: http://www.farmersagent.com/dswanson

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Cynthia MarmolejoGeneral Manager Agency Operations:

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I have been working with Farmers for over 9 years. My duties include working side by side with Agency Owners and their Staff establishing day to day operations. As General Manager I have had the opportunity to experience all the systems and support Farmers has to offer our Agencies. Especially new agencies with multiple bonus incentives and training programs to insure success while starting your own business. Farmers Insurance, is involved in the Community, Fundraising events, Educational programs, M.I.L.K, and other events. Working with the Farmers has allowed me to play a crucial role in the development of new offices, from the first interview to moving in to their own office.

Meet Our Team

Bojidara Maximova, M.A.Agency Business Consultant

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After twenty years of managing people and expectations, I find it refreshing and energizing, inspiring and exciting to transition to Farmers Insurance., to keep learning and to actively contribute in ways that enhance the life. 

Regardless of the job capacity I function in, I feel I am a project manager under cover. Resourceful, dedicated, knowledgeable professional with solid experience. A self-starter, a solid team player and consistently meets expectations. Effective at prioritizing focusing on maintaining standards and team-building to achieve seamless performance .

Kevin TuckeyEducational Director

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I have 18 years of experience training insurance agents. With Farmers my duties include leading the LUTCF Certification courses taught through the American College to help our agents increase their knowledge and ability. I also assist in making sure their life policies are issued as seamlessly as possible. I have a Finance Degree from California State University, Los Angeles, and I currently serve as the treasurer for my church. My credentials include the California Life & Health, and Property & Casualty Licenses, the Public Notary license, and the Federal Securities license through FINRA

I have 5+ years Customer Service experience. I thoroughly enjoy meeting and getting to know

people, it allows me the opportunity to find out what their

aspirations are. As Director of Agency Acquisitions, I seek out entrepreneurial minded, well

capitalized candidates who are looking to own their own business.

I also help our existing agencies find well qualified staff to help

grow their agencies. I love to help people. Assisting in the process of

finding a candidate and helping them to reach their end result of owning their own Agency is very

rewarding for me, and I enjoy every step of the process! Farmers has

many great opportunities for individuals seeking ownership, mentorship and we also have

positions available that allow you to be a part of an agency helping

them to grow and expand! Whatever your goal may be, I am

here to help!

Elyse Lobaugh,Director of Agency Acquisition

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Chuck Lombardi CPCU, ARM. CICCommercial Wholesales – San Diego Metro Area

Michel ClinkenbeardDistrict Commercial Specialist

Farmers Insurance Group is based in Los Angeles California and operates in all 50 states across the country through the efforts of approximately 18,000 employees. Our Agency Managers, Independent Contractors, Independent Agents, along with Farmers employees, are responsible for servicing more than 15 million customers.

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Premier Training Award Winner• Farmers Insurance Group is one of the

largest Property and Casualty Insurance Companies in the United States.

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As an Agency Owner working with Mr. Swanson, you will be placed in our extensive Farmers Agency Management training program and within a short time, you will be given the opportunity to manage and own an Agency for Farmers Insurance.

We're looking for individuals who are interested in long-range career growth and have the strategic ability to plan for their professional future.

Farmers Insurance gives you the freedom and autonomy to do your job. We have a healthy work environment and you will be treated with trust and respect while working side by side with people you can trust and respect as well. 15

ExperiencePrevious experience in the insurance

industry is helpful, but not required. We are seeking motivated energetic

individuals with good communication skills and a desire to succeed.

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As an Agency Owner, you will represent the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies

marketing multi-line products including Auto, Home, Life, Commercial and Financial Services.

Farmers Insurance Benefits Financial Assistance/Salary-Subsidy/Accelerated

Compensation Equity/Ownership Service and Commission Rights Marketing Expense Account Outstanding Earning Potential Deferred Compensation Plan Flexible hours Award winning Training Programs Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Opportunity to Own What You Manage! High Level Education Tuition Reimbursement i.e. LUTCF

Bonuses; Cash Bonus, Bonuses based on individual performance, Profit sharing,

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Benefits of Mentorship under Donald Swanson President Agency Operations Exclusive access to Platinum Elite Marketing

Program Assistance in Obtaining Insurance Licenses Exclusivity to Platinum Elite Program Systems

(Not Available Anywhere else) Comprehensive Training & Industry Education Leads & Existing Customer Accounts Financial Assistance/Salary-Subsidy Marketing & Cost Sharing Account

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When You Are Ready, We have turn key, Brand Compliant, Vendors to help you establish a professional office

environment, including appearance, equipment and furniture that positions you as a qualified “Farmers

Insurance Smart Office”.

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Requirements Highly motivated, eager to succeed Willingness to earn Residuals on your Sales

and Marketing Proficient with basic computer applications Positive thinker with a can-do attitude Life, Property and Casualty licenses a plus Outgoing and friendly personality Bi-lingual candidates a plus Excellent organizational skills Credit Worthy & Cash Flow Positive Clean public records free of convictions

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