Management Team

Ryan Myers is a Senior Partner with New York Life in the Greater Oregon General Office, with over a decade of experience in financial services and leadership. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with concentrations in Finance and Real Estate, from the University of Denver.

Ryan began his career with New York Life in 2014 in the Alaska General Office. As an advisor, he was recognized as Rookie of the Year and earned Executive Council honors in consecutive years. He was subsequently promoted into management, where he was named Partner of the Year in 2017 and contributed to the growth and development of the Alaska office over a four-and-a-half-year period.

He later served as Managing Partner of the Nashville General Office for four years, where he led advisor development, recruiting, and overall office performance. He currently serves as Senior Partner in the Greater Oregon General Office, focusing on organizational growth, leadership development, and strategic initiatives.

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ryan enjoys a range of outdoor activities, including snowboarding, hiking, biking, camping, and fishing. He also values spending time with his dog, Kinley.

Mariah Hurlburt is a Partner with New York Life, driven by a clear mission: helping individuals unlock the best version of themselves so they can become exceptional financial advisors and make a meaningful impact in the lives of the clients they serve.

She began her career with New York Life in October 2018 and quickly distinguished herself as a high-performing financial professional. Within her first few years, she was recognized as Greater Oregon New Organization Agent of the Year (2019) and went on to qualify for Executive Council (2020) and President’s Council (2021). She built her practice on a foundation of disciplined activity, protection-first planning, and a deep commitment to doing what’s right for the client. Mariah holds FINRA Series 6, 7, 24, 63, and 66 licenses, along with the SIE.

In October 2022, she entered the Associate Partner Program and was promoted to Partner in April 2023. Since stepping into leadership, she has been recognized as Partner of the Year for Oregon (2023 and 2025) and, in 2025, ranked #9 nationally in New Organization Production, leading the Pacific Zone in this category.

Based in Central Oregon, Mariah is focused on building and developing a high-performing team of financial professionals. She is known for developing top-performing advisors and specializes in recruiting mid-career professionals seeking a more purpose-driven path, particularly individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset who are motivated to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact. She has successfully helped professionals, including educators, transition into the industry and build thriving, purpose-driven careers. Mariah is equally passionate about building something that extends beyond the business itself, creating a team culture rooted in community impact, including giving back through volunteer initiatives supported by the New York Life Foundation.

At the core of her leadership approach is a commitment to accountability, growth, and authenticity, empowering advisors to elevate their performance, strengthen their client relationships, and build practices rooted in long-term value.

Mariah is always looking to connect with go-getters who are ready to bet on themselves, step into an entrepreneurial career, and build something meaningful. If you’re seeking a path that offers both personal growth and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, she welcomes the conversation.

Outside of her professional role, Mariah enjoys spending time with her husband, Blaine, and keeping up with their toddler, Clark.

Jared Weber is a Partner at New York Life Insurance Company, where he specializes in coaching high-performing professionals through successful transitions into building and scaling their own financial services businesses. Based in Salem, Oregon, he is known for developing talent and helping individuals create long-term, purpose-driven careers in the industry.

Jared began his career with New York Life as an agent, where he quickly distinguished himself by earning two Executive Council honors*, recognizing top-tier production, client impact, and professional excellence. Building on that foundation, he advanced into leadership and has spent the past six years as a Partner, focusing on recruiting, mentoring, and developing the next generation of financial professionals. With over a decade of industry experience, Jared combines real-world business-building expertise with a passion for coaching.

Jared holds dual academic credentials from Oregon State University, with degrees in Marketing and Finance, equipping him with a strong blend of strategic insight and financial acumen that he brings to both his clients and his team.

He is committed to helping driven professionals unlock new levels of success, autonomy, and impact through careers in financial services.

Lou Junior Mariette is an Associate Partner at New York Life Insurance Company, where he is passionate about recruiting, developing, and empowering talented individuals from all backgrounds to build meaningful careers in financial services.

Born and raised in Brussels, Belgium, Lou has always carried an entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset. His journey began long before financial services, through music, hospitality, events, consulting, and business ownership. As a DJ and music producer, he performed across Europe, learning how to connect with people from different cultures and backgrounds. As a business owner and operator in Brussels, he developed hands-on experience in leadership, customer service, operations, marketing, team development, and building strong relationships.

In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Lou moved to the United States while all of his family remained in Europe. During a time of uncertainty, he leaned on his faith, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit to build a new life and a new professional network from the ground up. Through community involvement, consistent networking, and a genuine desire to serve others, he began creating meaningful relationships in Portland and building a business rooted in trust, service, and connection.

Since joining New York Life in 2021, Lou has been dedicated to helping individuals, families, and business owners prepare for the unexpected and build stronger financial futures. Today, as an Associate Partner, he focuses on attracting and developing growth-minded professionals who want to make an impact, serve their communities, and build a career with purpose.

Lou is also deeply committed to community leadership. He serves as Chair of the Ambassador Board for Youth Villages, helping promote awareness, fundraising, networking, and support for children and families. He is also Co-Chair of BELWEST Portland, supporting business connections between Belgium, Luxembourg, Europe, and the United States, and he co-hosts French Connection Portland, creating space for language, culture, and community. He has also served on the Emerging Professionals of Portland Leadership Committee through the Portland Metro Chamber.

A man of faith, Lou is guided by gratitude, humility, discipline, and service. He believes leadership is not only about personal success, but about helping others recognize their own potential and opening doors for them along the way.

In his free time, Lou enjoys long-distance running, football, fine dining, and supporting his favorite club, RSCA Anderlecht. His story reflects resilience, reinvention, faith, and a deep commitment to growth. Lou’s mission is to inspire others to believe in what is possible, build with purpose, and create a lasting impact in the lives of the people they serve

Carlos Landazuri serves as a Senior Service Leader with New York Life, supporting the Pacific Zone onsite operation for the Greater Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Wyoming, and San Fernando Valley General Offices. In this role, he is responsible for driving service excellence, operational efficiency, and consistent client experience across a diverse, multi-regional footprint.

Carlos partners closely with General Office leadership and service teams to implement best practices, streamline processes, and strengthen service delivery. His leadership focuses on developing high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that both agents and clients receive responsive, high-quality support.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Oregon State University in 2001. Carlos further advanced his professional expertise by earning the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation in 2004 and the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation in 2008 from The American College. He also holds FINRA Series 6, 63, and 99 licenses.

With a strong commitment to operational integrity and continuous improvement, Carlos plays a key role in aligning service strategies with New York Life’s long-standing standards of financial strength and customer care. He is passionate about creating positive outcomes for clients and empowering teams to deliver exceptional service every day.

Chad Bunger began his career with New York Life in 2010 as an agent in the Greater Oregon General Office after spending seven years in the banking industry. Since then, he has continued to grow within the organization, being promoted to Development Manager in 2012, Senior Development Manager in 2015, and ultimately Director of Development in 2019.

As Director of Development, Chad oversees the training and development program for the Greater Oregon General Office and its sales offices. He is passionate about helping advisors grow their businesses, develop professionally, and build long-term success through strong training, mentorship, and leadership.

A native Oregonian, Chad has a deep appreciation for the outdoors and enjoys hunting, fishing, and golf whenever he can. Outside of work, family is at the center of his life. He and his wife, Elizabeth, have been married for 10 years and are proud parents to two amazing children, ages 5 and 7.