With more than 25 years in the financial services industry, LaVigne has broad experience in Social Security, Medicare, tax, and regulatory issues related to IRAs and qualified plans, as well as most areas affecting retirement income and legacy planning. He has served over 25 years in the financial services industry, focusing on helping financial professionals in acquiring and serving clients with retirement planning, estate planning, and other tax-related strategies. He leads Advanced Markets and Solutions annuity team with a focus on development and communications of key retirement-related issues. He has conducted thousands of meetings for financial professionals on retirement-related issues and strategies. LaVigne has spoke at many industry events on trends and changes in retirement planning. He has a B.A. in Communications from Central Connecticut State University. He earned his J.D. from Western New England University School of Law (Massachusetts) and is a licensed attorney in the state of Connecticut. Finally, LaVigne has been featured in USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger, CNBC, and Financial Advisor Magazine.