NGL Displays Unwavering Commitment to Michigan

The only Preneed insurance provider offering continuous coverage to funeral homes and their families for over 25 years For over two decades National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) has been offering continuous insurance coverage and peace of mind for the residents of Michigan. When other Preneed insurance carriers stopped selling Preneed insurance in Michigan due… Read More

NGL is the Medallion Sponsor of 2023 NFDA International Convention & Expo

National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is thrilled to be the Medallion Sponsor of the 2023 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) International Convention & Expo held on September 10-13 in Las Vegas. The four-day convention has something for everyone with 30+ sessions, three keynotes, five preconvention seminars, plus many special events and activities. Click here… Read More

NGL’s Preneed Sales Team Growing with the Addition of Two New Regional Vice Presidents

Tim Fish and Kim Price join the company National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is pleased to announce the addition of two new Regional Vice Presidents to the Preneed Sales Team. Tim Fish and Kim Price have joined the team and will focus on developing and enhancing Preneed business development opportunities with NGL’s marketing organizations,… Read More

Robert Heins promoted to Regional Vice President, Sales

Robert Heins has been promoted to Regional Vice President, Sales at National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL). Heins joined NGL in 2006 as a Processing Representative and has learned about Preneed and enhanced his expertise through a variety of partner and agent-focused roles during his career. In his new role as Regional Vice President, Sales… Read More

National Guardian Life Insurance Company Commits $100,000 to Establish Scholarships in Memory of Harry Pontone and Mark Hornibrook

Named endowment scholarships through Funeral Service Foundation Through a partnership with Funeral Service Foundation, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) announced its commitment of $100,000 to establish two named scholarships in memory of Harry Pontone and Mark Hornibrook during the National Funeral Directors Association International Conference & Expo. “Harry and Mark have had a tremendous… Read More

John Baker announces upcoming retirement from National Guardian Life Insurance Company as Vice President, Strategic Partner Development

John Baker, Vice President, Strategic Partner Development, has announced his upcoming December 2022 retirement from NGL. Baker’s experience in the funeral service industry spans three decades. He is a well-known and knowledgeable leader who has participated in countless industry events and a popular speaker at national conventions and meetings. “Since the early days of my… Read More

Carl Wackerle retires from NGL as Regional Vice President Sales

We are pleased to announce the retirement of Carl Wackerle, NGL Regional Vice President Sales on April 13, 2021. Wackerle’s experience in the industry spans two decades. He is a well-known and influential executive who has participated in many industry events and has been a popular speaker at national conventions and meetings. “I have worked… Read More

ICCFA and NGL collaborate to answer questions facing death care industry

We are pleased to announce a new collaborative project with the International Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association (ICCFA), called Take 5. Cameron Black, Vice President of Sales and Business Development at NGL and Poul Lemasters, Esq., General Counsel at ICCFA share their take on topics that are top-of-mind for individuals in the death care profession.… Read More

Enhanced Sales Team Focused on Preneed Unveiled at NGL

National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL), has promoted individuals and reorganized the structure of its Preneed sales team to further strengthen strategic partnerships and deepen relationships to enhance Preneed sales growth potential. The team has a wealth of knowledge in the Preneed industry and an understanding of serving the needs of marketing organizations, independent agents… Read More

Mike Stephens retires from NGL as Regional Vice President

We are pleased to announce that Mike Stephens, NGL Regional Vice President, is retiring after 35 years in the funeral industry and more than 10 years with NGL. “Mike has been an invaluable member of our marketing team for more than 10 years. Not only will he be greatly missed by his friends at NGL… Read More