Ryan graduated cum laude from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in Economics and minor in Business Finance.  Ryan was an active member of the Honor Society and Economics club as well as a varsity athlete, playing with the ECSU soccer team.

In 2006 Ryan became a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual, where he began building a strong working knowledge of case design and the sales process. Seeking a new challenge, Ryan moved to an insurance brokerage as a Wholesale Director, where he was a driving force in doubling the number of agents actively working with the agency.  After honing his skills in the impaired risk market, Ryan joined Ward Brokerage Associates as a Sales Vice President in 2011.

Scott Thomas brings to the company more than 30 years of professional accomplishments involving executive leadership, client acquisition, and broker services. As one of the industry’s most experienced life settlement professionals, Scott takes a hands-on approach in assisting financial advisors, estate attorneys, and CPAs whose clients are seeking the highest possible value for their life insurance policies. In comparison with his peers in the industry, Scott is uniquely competent as it relates to his advisory skills and the collaborative role he plays in achieving “suitability and alignment” with the policy seller’s objectives. Estate attorneys, CPAs, and other advisors trust Scott’s expertise and guidance in recommending the most effective underwriting strategies and case development for complex estate planning transactions.

According to many of his associates, Scott’s success is attributed to his sense of dedication to each client’s case, his mastery of negotiation techniques, and his strong work ethic. “When it comes to negotiating the highest settlement for each life settlement transaction, Scott’s drive and tenacity are unmatched in the industry,” said one professional advisor.

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Jacqueline Barrett stands as a cornerstone in the remarkable growth story of Innovative Financial Solutions, contributing her wealth of expertise spanning over a decade in marketing and operations advisory. Within the company, her impact is profound; she has expertly led the marketing team, fostering personalized interactions that resonate deeply with our valued clients. Jacqueline also played an instrumental role in orchestrating Innovative Financial Solutions' successful expansion onto the national stage and into the dynamic virtual arena. Beyond her professional accomplishments as Operations Manager, Jacqueline thrives as a multifaceted individual, dedicated to her craft and committed to our shared vision.