Meet Ken LaMantia

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Ken LaMantia has been in the financial services industry for 26 years, beginning his career on Wall Street in New York City in 1997. Over the years, Ken has earned the distinction of being an MDRT agent and has become a published author, writing multiple tax strategies throughout his career.

He served in the United States Army Reserve for 17 years, including multiple deployments. Ken is also a Free Mason and a Knight of Columbus. His dedication to community service includes serving on the boards of the Salvation Army and a local bank.

As an Investment Banker for two individual investment firms, Ken helped fund various projects across the United States. Additionally, he served as the Chief Financial Officer and Compliance Officer for two publicly traded companies and a private equity group.

Ken has trained over fifty insurance agents and fifty stockbrokers throughout his career. He currently manages over $220 million of client assets. His focus now is on helping families financially protect and secure their futures.

Tessa Crider is the founder and principal agent of Tessa Crider Insurance, where she specializes exclusively in guiding individuals through every facet of Medicare. Based in Jasper, Florida, Tessa leverages years of hands‑on experience to deliver truly personalized plan comparisons from leading national carriers—at no cost to her clients. Licensed in multiple states and trusted by hundreds of Medicare beneficiaries, she’s built her business on a foundation of transparency, integrity, and “old‑school” customer service that clients consistently describe as refreshingly attentive and thorough.

Her approach combines expert education—breaking down confusing Medicare jargon into clear, actionable information—with seamless enrollment assistance, ensuring every client feels confident about their coverage decisions. Under Tessa’s guidance, hundreds have found plans that truly fit their health needs and budgets, earning her recognition for top‑tier client service and compassionate support throughout the entire process. 

When she’s not helping families optimize their Medicare benefits, Tessa stays active in her community around Jasper, offering seminars, one‑on‑one consultations, and ongoing educational resources. 

Henry Calix is a dynamic entrepreneur known for his diverse accomplishments across multiple industries. His innovative business ventures and ability to create successful, scalable solutions have earned him recognition in prestigious publications, including CEO Weekly's Top 20 CEOs of 2020, Forbes' 100 Year Celebration 2021 Edition, Business Elite’s 2022 40 Under 40, and Time Magazine.

Since launching his entrepreneurial career in 2008 with Calix Grants Consulting, Henry has founded and managed several successful companies, including Calix Fashion, Perspective Podcast, and Calix Online Financial. His strategic approach to business and ability to adapt to various markets has positioned him as a leader in helping businesses grow, offering tailored solutions that address operational, financial, and technological challenges.

Henry’s ventures are not limited to a single sector—he's developed innovative platforms in retail, technology, and financial services, helping businesses expand their reach and improve efficiency. His entrepreneurial expertise and forward-thinking strategies continue to help companies scale and thrive in an increasingly competitive market.

Andre’ Hawkins has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. He began his career with New York Life and New England Financial, where he received training in advanced planning concepts and insurance-based strategies.

A personal experience involving a close family member and the challenges of navigating the health insurance system led Andre’ to develop a strong focus on health insurance education and planning. For the past 15 years, he has worked primarily in the area of health insurance, assisting individuals, families, and business owners in understanding coverage options and managing healthcare-related financial risk.

Andre’ currently works with business owners to evaluate tax-efficient planning opportunities, helping them identify potential deductions, credits, and planning strategies available under current tax law. He collaborates with clients’ CPAs and legal advisors to ensure strategies are implemented appropriately and in compliance with applicable regulations.