Meet WoodmenLife’s April 2025 Sure Start Winner: Candazes Price

WoodmenLife is committed to offering training to our Sales Representatives to help them grow and have the tools they need to best serve our members. Qualifying new full-time Representatives are invited to Sure Start, an interactive training event that helps them kick off their careers with WoodmenLife. During the 12 months following their Sure Start education, these Representatives have a friendly competition with their classmates to see how well they put their lessons into action and compare their sales achievements.

Get to know our April 2025 Sure Start Winner: Candazes Price of Houma, LA.

Congratulations on your Sure Start victory! How did you celebrate?

I went to the Home Office in Omaha, NE, to take part in the Elevate school the week after I won, and I had the opportunity to celebrate with the Sales Team and fellow Representatives.

What inspired you to choose a career with WoodmenLife?

I spent 16 years working at a trucking company that offered great pay and benefits — however, I did not have the freedom of time for family. My husband has been with WoodmenLife for more than 10 years, and I have seen how great of an organization it is for both its associates and members. I love being able to help my members and also be there for my kids in ways I never was able to before.

Have you always wanted to pursue a career in sales?

I earned a Marketing and Sales degree from Nicholls State University in 2004 but have just started using it with this job. So, I guess I have always had some interest in sales but did not find the right fit until now. Better late than never, right? LOL!

What drives you to deliver great service for your members?

I love knowing that what I provide to my members will help give them peace of mind right now and will be there down the road to help ease their pain when the day comes that it is needed.

What does success look like to you?

Success, to me, is being a person that people can count on and trust — and to be proud of the person I have become. This is both in work and just life in general.

Tell us a little about how you’re involved in your community. Why is community outreach so important to you?

I have been involved with WoodmenLife events for many years alongside my husband and with chapter events. Most recently, I attended the Louisiana Jurisdictional Convention as a delegate for my chapter, which was a great event. I am also a new member of Junior Auxillary of Houma, which has been a great experience being involved in events for child welfare programs and senior citizens. I love being able to be in the community and helping make a difference.

Do you have a particularly memorable moment from your time so far with WoodmenLife?

The Elevate school in Omaha was by far my most memorable experience with WoodmenLife so far. It was wonderful being in the Tower and getting to interact with other Representatives and Home Office associates.

What are your goals for the future?

My goal for the future is to continue helping as many families as possible while continuing to provide for my family.

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