Barry Flagg, CFP®, CLU, ChFC, GFS®, AEP®

Barry D. Flagg, CFP®, CLU, ChFC, GFS®, AEP®, is a prominent figure in the financial services industry, known for his expertise in life insurance. He is the inventor and founder of Veralytic, Inc., which is recognized as the only patented online publisher of life insurance pricing and performance research. This platform provides valuable insights into product suitability ratings and is a result of Flagg's extensive background in both financial planning and life insurance sales, where he has consistently ranked among the top 1% in the industry.12

In addition to his role at Veralytic, Flagg is a contributing expert at USA TODAY Blueprint, where he shares his insights on life insurance and financial planning. His educational credentials include being a Cum Laude graduate of the W. Paul Stillman School of Business at Seton Hall University. He holds several prestigious designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) among others.12

Flagg is also recognized for his contributions to the field through various speaking engagements and publications. He has addressed national conferences and has been published by notable organizations such as the American Bar Association (ABA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). His expertise extends to applying Prudent Investor principles to life insurance product selection and portfolio management.12