About - 9th Wonder

About Us

9^th Wonder Financial

9th Wonder Financial is a premier Insurance Marketing Organization for independent insurance agents and agency builders. Designed from the ground up by industry veterans, 9th Wonder provides a proven system that works for anyone. With the driving force of progressive technology, an exclusive lead program, a competitive product portfolio, and state-of-the-art training, 9th Wonder has created a company for independent Medicare brokers to develop a profitable life insurance component to their business while solidifying their Medicare book of business. For life insurance agents, we provide unique programs and resources that are unmatched in the industry.

Delivering Quality Prospects

The success of our agents is, and always will be, our chief concern. At 9th Wonder Financial, we will help you design a marketing and prospecting plan that is customized to fit your business needs and goals. The one thing that stands in the way of most salespeople’s success is finding people who want and need their product. We will assist you in eliminating that problem with our exclusive lead program, multi-channel marketing campaigns, grassroots community marketing programs, and sales training that will show you how to make your clients into ambassadors for your business.

Carrier Partnerships

Everyone wants to ensure that their family is protected and provided for, no matter what happens. At 9th Wonder Financial, we have partnered with the top life insurance companies to provide our agents with a comprehensive portfolio of Mortgage Protection, Final Expense, Living Benefits, and Indexed Universal Life insurance products.

With these products, our agents are able to offer competitive rates at any level of coverage, and are able to build and maintain a diverse book of business.

For those who wish to work with 9th Wonder on both life insurance and Medicare, we offer a complete portfolio of Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and Prescription Drug Plans.

State-of-the-Art Training

The success of our agents is measured by the strength of our training platform. With that in mind, 9th Wonder Financial has built, and continues to refine, what we sincerely believe to be the greatest educational platform in the insurance industry. All agents have immediate access to our Training Center platform. This extensive training database includes online training videos, recorded conference calls, educational webinars, podcasts, online training courses, training documents, and more!

Our executive and management teams will work with you to ensure that your first client opportunities are successful – from greeting to policy issue – every step of the way.

Agent-Focused Technology

9th Wonder Financial is dedicated to providing the agent with everything they need to succeed, and even some things they didn’t know they needed! On the life insurance side, you will have illustration, quoting, and risk assessment tools online at your disposal. Medicare brokers will have access to Sunfire, which allows you to enroll clients remotely in Medicare Advantage programs, providing Scope of Appointment forms and storage, plan searches and electronic enrollment tools all in one place.

MISSION STATEMENT

9th Wonder Financial agents are committed to providing outstanding service to our clients, prospective clients and policyholders. Our dedication to the client above all else sets 9th Wonder Financial apart in a world where service is often being provided by bots, kiosks, and automation. We believe that true Customer Service cannot and should not be automated. There is no substitute for good, old-fashioned service and courtesy. Our mission is to provide the highest level of personal service possible, to treat our clients like family.

When our agents provide outstanding personal service, clients become ambassadors. They can provide an enthusiastic endorsement and recommendation to friends and family who need good, honest, professional advice with their life insurance, annuity, or Medicare needs.

To the executive and management team of 9th Wonder Financial’s leadership, our agents and brokers are our “clients.” We are here to provide our team members with the very best service, training, products, and resources to assist them in their mission to be the best that they can be. This is how we’ve grown our agency to over 100 contracted agents, with new team members joining us each and every week.

9th Wonder is
Built On Core Values

RESPECT

TREATING OTHERS THE WAY YOU WANT TO BE TREATED

OWNERSHIP

ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF, YOUR TEAM, AND YOUR BUSINESS

RELATIONSHIPS

BUILDING TRUST WITH THOSE WE SERVE AND OUR FELLOW AGENTS

TOUGHNESS

STRENGTH, RESILIENCY, STANDING TALL IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY

ATTITUDE

THE BIGGEST FACTOR IN YOUR SUCCESS

HUMILITY

STAY HUNGRY,
STAY HUMBLE

What Our Agents Have to Say

“One of my biggest regrets is that I didn’t start working with 9th Wonder Financial sooner. Larry and Julio do everything possible to help me support and grow my business. I love the training and support that I receive.”

Melvin R.9th Wonder Advisor

"I have been a top producer with 9th Wonder for quite some time. They've always immediately responded to my phone calls while I’m in the field. I can’t count how many times Julio has helped me close sales over the phone while meeting with Spanish-speaking prospects... I can’t recommend them highly enough."

Tarek L.9th Wonder Advisor

“Julio, thank you for your help and immediate response to each of the questions I have had in the midst of this new adventure in my professional life. Reinventing myself in this stage of my life has been less stressful and has a sweet taste of victory… my total gratitude today and always.”

Alexandra F.9th Wonder Worksite Specialist

“9th Wonder Team and Marc Victorio have really helped me to learn about the 403(b) program, how to approach the correct prospects, ask the right questions and help them save toward their goal and envision a better future and retirement.”

Regis D.9th Wonder 403(b) Specialist

Our Team

Larry Dickstein co-founded Securus America in 2007. As a national marketing organization for independent life and health agents, Securus’ semi-captive agency had distribution in 41 states and produced in excess of $30 million of paid premium in a single year. Larry earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from NYU College of Business and Public Administration in 1982 and completed post-graduate studies in computer science and information systems at Hofstra University in 1993. He co-founded 9th Wonder Financial in 2016 to provide more personalized service to local independent agents in the New York-New Jersey metropolitan area. There are over 100 agents in the growing 9th Wonder network.

Larry DicksteinCo-Founder

Julio Alvarez is the Co-Founder and National Director of Sales at 9th Wonder Financial. He is an award-winning agent responsible for managing agent training programs and agency/team development. Julio oversees business planning and the attainment of 9th Wonder's performance goals and objectives. His extensive experience in sales and leadership has been instrumental in driving the company’s success. Julio’s dedication to excellence ensures that 9th Wonder Financial continues to thrive and expand its network of independent agents.

Julio AlvarezCo-Founder

Errol English is an award-winning agent and the Newark/Central NJ Sales Director at 9th Wonder Financial. His responsibilities include recruiting and building 9th Wonder teams in the Newark/Central NJ region. With a strong background in sales and team leadership, Errol has been pivotal in the company’s regional growth and development. His commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic environment helps drive the success of 9th Wonder Financial’s agents in the area.

Errol EnglishNewark/Central NJ Sales Director

Andrew Berger joined 9th Wonder Financial as Director of Agency Development in 2022. Andrew earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from Johns Hopkins University in 2020 and continues his studies in technology, including development of CRMs and integration of Artificial Intelligence into the 9th Wonder Agency Management workflow. Outside of 9th Wonder Financial, Andrew has a passion for music, arranging music compositions for and performing with the New Jersey Gamer Symphony Orchestra.

Andrew BergerDirector of Agency Development

Sandra Pacheco, also known as Sandy, has been with 9th Wonder Financial since 2017. She started as a life insurance and Medicare specialist, quickly advancing to manage 9th Wonder Financial’s Yonkers location. Sandy spearheaded the development of the Enrollment Division for worksite sales and is an award-winning producer for many of the Medicare carriers in the NY metro area. Her dedication and expertise have been vital in driving the division’s success and expanding the company's services. Sandy's commitment to excellence ensures that 9th Wonder Financial remains a leader in the industry.

Sandra PachecoDirector, Enrollment Division; Medicare Specialist