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In 2018, Cristel Noel began her journey as a State Farm independent contractor agent. Little did she know, her passion for this profession would grow immensely, leading her to open a second office. "My desire to help others came from recognizing a significant lack of insurance knowledge within my predominantly Hispanic community. I witnessed this educational gap first-hand, while working as an agent team member, prior to becoming a State Farm agent." Cristel highlights how the State Farm agent opportunity enables her to deliver exceptional service and extend her reach, helping more State Farm customers in more ways. "I take great pride in being a positive force, using my experiences to support families in need while offering a wide range of products from a top performing company. I have had the privilege of employing 15 team members and get to help hundreds of State Farm customers every year. I love my job and the endless possibilities it provides to contribute to my community." Learn more about becoming a State Farm independent contractor agent: https://lnkd.in/giWjAvk9 #HispanicHeritageMonth

"I was excited to learn that State Farm has translation teams for several languages." Nati, a Spanish translator, provides translations for business partners and Spanish-speaking clients. As a first generation American, she recognizes the importance of Hispanic Heritage Month. "Both of my parents immigrated from Mexico. As a child I often translated information for them. "In my current role, I get to leverage my heritage and passion to assist customers. To me, this demonstrates that State Farm appreciates and respects the diversity of their workforce and clients." Explore new opportunities. https://lnkd.in/gEkv3Ru9

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"Hispanic Heritage Month holds great significance to me because it provides a platform to proudly showcase our traditions and rich cultural heritage to the world." Debbie, an underwriting section manager, sees her Hispanic heritage as a bridge to connect and collaborate with colleagues from different cultural backgrounds. "When I first joined State Farm, I didn't have connections within the company. It was common to hear others mention their family or friends who worked here. "By actively engaging in employee resource groups like the Hispanic Employee Resource Organization (HERO), I discovered a connection to something familiar. This not only provided a sense of belonging but also opened doors to meaningful mentoring relationships." Inspired by her experience as a committee member, Debbie became a Co-Lead for HERO, with the aim of contributing to its growth and providing support to others. "Taking on the position of a Co-Lead for HERO has allowed me to give back to a community that has profoundly influenced my own journey. "The organization's commitment to attract talent from diverse backgrounds contributes to a dynamic workplace culture and fosters a sense of belonging for everyone." Explore a career https://lnkd.in/gEkv3Ru9

"My inspiration for entrepreneurship was ignited by my father. As the first member of our family to move to the United States without knowing a word of English, he built a life and business from scratch. I appreciate the opportunities and accomplishments I have experienced in my own journey because of it." State Farm independent contractor agent Ivan Huerta, a proud first-generation Latino born in the U.S. and first in his family to graduate college, began his insurance journey assisting Spanish-speaking customers on a sales and service team for a different company. After taking a break from insurance for a few years, Ivan recognized his passion for educating customers and returned as a team member for a local State Farm agent. "Upon discovering the range of products offered by State Farm, I noticed a gap in my community. This inspired me to create a safe environment to support and simplify the complexities of insurance for State Farm customers. "My team and I prioritize education and actively engage in discussions to tailor our services to meet individual needs. It is truly an honor to have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community I am privileged to serve!" Learn more about becoming a State Farm independent contractor agent: https://lnkd.in/giWjAvk9 #HispanicHeritageMonth

Thank you to all the good neighbors who came together with the Atlanta Hawks to help fight food insecurity in Atlanta! #MakeTheAssist #GoodNeighbor

"The culture at State Farm has kept me here 35 years." Diana, a learning facilitator, is celebrating her 35th anniversary this month. She credits the environment and leadership support for her success. "I began my career as a new college graduate. The training and mentoring made it possible for someone with limited industry knowledge and experience to be successful." In her current role, Diana pays it forward, providing training and mentoring to associates across the enterprise. She offers advice to those interested in a long-term career. "There are leaders and mentors at every level ready and willing to help you. Give 100%, and you just might find your forever career." Explore a career. https://lnkd.in/gEkv3Ru9

As a young child, State Farm independent contractor agent Yolie Aleman-Rodriguez recalls often translating for her Spanish-speaking parents who relocated to the United States before she was born. "I vividly remember an incident where my father's truck was stolen while my parents were insured by a different carrier. I had to translate to my parents that the incident was not covered under their insurance policy. This reshaped my career aspirations, fueling my desire to help other families in avoiding similar situations." After graduating with a degree in business, Yolie worked in various roles for State Farm corporate before pursuing the agent opportunity. "In 2002, I discovered my dream career and became one of the first bilingual State Farm agents in Tolleson, Arizona. Now, my team and I passionately serve as a support system for the Hispanic community. My husband, who is also a State Farm agent, and I share our dedication and love for this incredible career. As I reflect on the joys of the last 22 years, I am eager to see what the future will bring!” Learn more about becoming a State Farm independent contractor agent: https://lnkd.in/giWjAvk9 #HispanicHeritageMonth

How do we show up for our community?   ONE DAY. ONE COMMUNITY. ONE MILLION MEALS   On Sept. 21, State Farm will team up with the Atlanta Hawks to help improve our community for their annual Million Meal Pack initiative, where we will join forces to pack over one million meals for food-insecure families across Georgia.   We're immensely grateful for the dedicated State Farm volunteers, the Hawks, agents and all the community members who continue to show up year after year. We can’t achieve this monumental feat without you! It’s one of the many ways we are leveraging the power of our State Farm agency force to positively impact customers and communities.   As we live out what it means to be #LikeAGoodNeighbor, we’ve shown up for this event in Atlanta 4 years in a row. And we just finished hosting Meal Packs in our other corporate locations – Bloomington, Phoenix, and Dallas – this year.   If you’re at State Farm Arena this weekend, join in the conversation by posting photos and using hashtags #OurStateFarm #LikeAGoodNeighbor #CommunityImpact #MillionMealPack #AtlantaHawks! And check out www.nba.com/hawks/mealpack to learn more and consider supporting the recipient organizations listed – lending a hand is always in season.