Industry Disruptor and CEO of Family First Life
A God-fearing man with a passion to serve others, Shawn Meaike is the CEO and Founder of Family First Life, an insurance company taking the entire industry by storm—with growth to $1B in as little as 8 years. Shawn is an active advocate and sponsor of the DreamCenter Foundation in Los Angeles and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. He is on a mission to redesign the way the world operates, away from the scarcity mindset to one of abundance and grace, one person at a time… Starting with you.
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Shawn Meaike is the founder and president of Family First Life, a life insurance agency that is projected to be a billion-dollar independent marketing organization in just 10 years. With over 20,000 licensed agents in all 50 states, the company markets life insurance and annuities. Shawn’s upbringing taught him the importance of work ethic, which led him to excel in social work after graduating from Eastern Connecticut State University. After many struggles, including financial hardship and becoming sober, he left his full-time job to start his own business to provide for his family.
From 2008 to 2013, Shawn ran several businesses, including residential and commercial real estate sales, land development, general contracting, and a waste management company before finding his niche as an independent life insurance agent. He knew he could achieve more and provide better opportunities for success, so he founded Family First Life, putting both the families of clients and agents first. Despite facing many challenges, Shawn never takes his foot off the gas and has given generously to countless organizations, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, various children’s hospitals, and the DreamCenter Foundation.
Shawn’s success shows that with the right attitude and activity, anything is possible. He doesn’t consider himself special or a rare breed, but he is a firm believer in hard work and determination. Despite the struggles he has faced, he continues to work tirelessly to grow his business and give back to others.
"Shawn isn't afraid to tell it to you straight, which is not only refreshing in the way the world is now, but it's the kind of stuff you need to hear to dominate in business and in life."
– Robert R.
“Family First Life is the best company ever created! Shawn Meaike is the most amazing leader and CEO. He leads through hard work and great vision... They are simply head and heels above everyone else in the space!”
– David W.
