I was born and raised in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. I grew up in a loving, supportive environment with my parents Steve and Teresa Cook and my sister Staci.

My drive developed at a young age; it’s in my blood. I was hungry for competition, strived to get better and would get up time and time again after failing. This mindset pushed me to where I am today and I’m nowhere near ready to stop. 18 years ago, I moved 335 miles away from Cape Girardeau to Aledo, IL to open my first insurance agency. I interviewed seven times to become an agent and when selected, I moved to a town of 3,600 people, knowing no one. I took a huge risk, even though others told me not to, and I didn’t look back.

My agency has had 18 years of consecutive growth. I am also happy to say that I have expanded operations to other towns in addition to Aledo. My passion and dedication has allowed me to expand to help more people protect their loved ones and build wealth across the USA. Our Agency is blessed to be

recognized as a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Roundtable (Top 1 percent in financial services in the world). In my professional career, I have been recognized for many accomplishments but my biggest blessing came from my beautiful kids, Lola and Hudson.

Watching them grow up is the highlight of my life. They inspire me every day. My kids and I love

attending their activities as well as being outdoors, hunting and traveling. I am grateful for my kids and to continue doing what I love! I hope my book has a positive impact on your life.