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Elle Switzer honored as Next-Gen Rising Star at ThinkAdvisor Luminaries Awards

ThinkAdvisor recognizes Elle Switzer as a rising leader in the insurance and retirement products industry at their annual Luminaires Awards.
January 27, 2025
Elle Switzer has been honored as a Next-Gen Rising Star in the Insurance & Retirement Products category by ThinkAdvisor’s 2024 Luminaries Awards.

MADISON, Wis. — TruStage™, a leading insurance, investment and technology provider, announced today that Elle Switzer, Director of Annuity Product Management, has been honored as a Next-Gen Rising Star in the Insurance & Retirement Products category by ThinkAdvisor’s 2024 Luminaries Awards, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the financial services sector. The award winners were determined by a panel of esteemed industry leaders comprised of ThinkAdvisor’s distinguished judging panel and seasoned editorial team.

“It is an honor to have been named a rising star within the insurance and retirement industry. My goal is to pave the way for future generations eager to grow their careers in this sector.” said Elle Switzer, director of Annuity Product Management at TruStage. “This award reflects the support and dedication of our TruStage annuities team, and I could not have gotten to where I am today without them. Collectively, we have created multiple award-winning products, increased financial education, and succeeded in making annuities more accessible for our customers.”

Alongside Elle Switzer's individual accolade, TruStage’s MyComfortZone has been named a finalist for the Firm Award for Innovation.

David Hanzlik, Wealth Segment Leader at TruStage, also commented on the recognitions, saying, "It is a privilege to have TruStage and Elle acknowledged as a leader in financial services innovation. Our commitment to supporting customers through every stage of their retirement planning journey remains steadfast. As we begin 2025, our team is dedicated to continuing to innovate and provide valuable products and services for retirees."

The ThinkAdvisor Luminaries Awards are presented annually, recognizing leaders, products and services within the financial services industry that are moving the needle forward on innovation. Nominees are evaluated based on their qualitative and quantitative impact on the firm, financial professionals, and the broader professional community and industry; demonstrated ability to achieve goals and display ingenuity in terms of creative thinking and problem solving; dedication to furthering the development of financial professionals and the industry — most notably its ability to serve the best interests of clients; and commitment to the highest ethical standards, service and excellence. ThinkAdvisor is a leading publication in the financial sector, known for its insightful industry analysis and interviews with top executives. The Luminaries Awards have quickly gained recognition as a prestigious honor in the financial community. TruStage is dedicated to setting higher standards of excellence and fulfilling its mission to provide outstanding service and solutions to customers.

 

About TruStage

TruStage is a financially strong insurance, investment and technology provider, built on the philosophy of people helping people. We believe a brighter financial future should be accessible to everyone, and our products and solutions help people confidently make financial decisions that work for them at every stage of life. With a culture rooted and focused on creating a more equitable society and financial system, we are deeply committed to giving back to our communities to improve the lives of those we serve. For more information, visit trustage.com.

 

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