He stepped through the doors in 1954, which was way before fintech was a word, and he is still going strong after 62 years on the job.
Manulife’s longest-serving life insurance sales agent, Sun Yung Tsu (Joe Sun), has been awarded a Guinness World Records title as «the longest career as a corporate salesperson.»
After 62 years and 238 days with Manulife Hong Kong, the phenomenal 91-year-old continues to serve clients and inspire his fellow agents with drive and dedication.
Sun has set this new world record title on July 11, 2017, and received the official certificate at a mega agency event in Hong Kong today to mark his world record.
No Retirement Plans
Originally from Shanghai, Sun was among only seven candidates chosen from some 400 applicants who joined Manulife in Hong Kong in 1954.
The branch had just 20 staff at that time.
«I am very honoured to have set a new world record with my lifelong career as an insurance agent, I have enjoyed every moment of my first six decades with the company, and I am not planning for retirement yet,» Sun said.
Seismic Shifts
Sun is one of Manulife’s most successful agents. He received top-notch recognition over the years, being qualified as a Five-Star Master Builder in 1979, achieving top ten Divisional Leader rankings 15 times in his career, and earning Superstar status five times.
«While technology is creating seismic shifts in the insurance sector, our industry will always rest on people who are dedicated to helping others and developing long-term relationships with clients and colleagues,» said Guy Mills, Chief Executive Officer, Manulife Hong Kong.
