10/20/2026
A personal experience during college helped shape Clint Hinderaker’s future in financial services. After his grandfather passed away, Clint saw firsthand how thoughtful estate planning could make a difference for a family. That experience sparked an interest in estate planning, insurance, and investment advising.
Today, Clint serves as Regional Managing Director with Principal Financial Network of the Cedar Valley and was named the 2026 NAIFA-Iowa Newell C. Day Agent of the Year.
A NAIFA member since 2004, Clint credits the association with helping him build lasting professional relationships, learn from mentors, grow as a leader, and become more involved in advocacy.
He also points to NAIFA’s Leadership in Life Institute (LILI) as an important influence, with lessons that extended beyond his career and into his life as a father.
Now, Clint is focused on helping other advisors build successful practices while making a meaningful difference in the lives of their clients.
Read Clint’s story to learn more about his career, his commitment to the profession, and why he believes involvement with NAIFA makes a difference both professionally and personally.
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