The Insurance Industry is a vital part of the modern world. Without the Insurance Industry, there would be little construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Without insurance there would be no risk taking and therefore, few businesses and services. FIWT is dedicated to educating the public about careers in Insurance. Insurance is a trillion-dollar business that employs more than 2.5 million people in the United States. As the U. S. general population is aging and their wealth is growing, the demand for insurance professionals is increasing dramatically. Jobs in insurance involve helping individuals and business manage risk to protect themselves from catastrophic losses and to anticipate potential risk problems. Working in the Insurance Industry is personally rewarding to help when they need it most. In addition, salaries in the Insurance Industry are financially rewarding. Salaries can grow to $150,000+ depending on the degree, experience and job.