
Building a Stronger Future for Union Workers with Brian Hale & Ullico Inc.
The Union Labor Advisory Network
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<p>Building a Stronger Future for Union Workers with Brian Hale & Ullico Inc.For nearly a century, Ullico Inc. has been more than just a financial institution—it’s been a trusted partner in the labor movement, protecting workers, securing retirements, and investing in union jobs.In this episode, we sit down with Brian Hale, CEO of Ullico Inc. and a third-generation union member, to explore how union-owned financial solutions are creating opportunities, stability, and a brighter future for hardworking families.💡 How does Ullico support union workers beyond insurance and investments?💡 What role does financial empowerment play in strengthening the labor movement?💡 How can today’s union members take control of their financial future?Join us for an informative and inspiring conversation on the power of solidarity, smart financial planning, and union-driven economic growth.🎧 Tune in, get inspired, and learn how Ullico is shaping the future for union workers everywhere. #unionstrong #unionstrong #Ullico #labormovement #education #empowerment #podcast #ulanetwork To learn more visit : www.ullico.com Thank you to Brian Hale and the Ullico team for all your support. Proud to support, educate and promote union labor and our communities. Brian Hale is a proud third-generation union member of Laborers’ Local 386 in Nashville, Tennessee. As CEO and President of Ullico Inc., he leads the only labor-owned insurance and investment company in the United States. Founded over 95 years ago, the company’s insurance products protect union leaders, union members, and signatory contractors while its investments support union pension funds and help create union jobs.Brian Hale is chairman of the Ullico Foundation and a member of The National Coordinating Committee for Multiemployer Plans (NCCMP) board of directors. He is also on the Jobs With Justice board and serves as a trustee for the AFL-CIO Retirement Plan. In addition to these responsibilities, Mr. Hale is a co-founder and board member of the John William Hale Foundation, a non-profit corporation that provides monetary assistance to union laborers who are injured or killed while working. To all these roles, Mr. Hale brings a unique combination of deep labor roots, business credentials, and years of senior executive leadership experience.Brian rose through the ranks at Ullico, serving in various positions, working closely with the Ullico senior management and board of directors, and taking responsibility for a broad range of day-to-day operations. He has been intimately involved in business planning and cultivating strategic partnerships for the organization.Prior to joining Ullico, Brian worked for the Laborers’ International Union of North America’s (LIUNA) Tri-Funds, where he advanced a broad range of issues in the construction industry that promoted Labor/Management cooperation.Born and raised in The Volunteer State, Brian earned a degree in finance from The University of Tennessee and an MBA from Cumberland University in Tennessee. Today he lives in Alexandria, Virginia with his wife and son. The ULA Network would like to thank our sponsors and supporters for believing in our mission to support educate and promote our union labor family and our communities. To learn more visit: https://www.ulanetwork.com/supportersConnect With ULA Website: https://www.ulanetwork.comFacebook: unionlaboradvisorynetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unionlaboradvisorynetworkLinkedin: / union-labor-advisory-network </p>