Santiago A. Rodriguez, CLTC®, LTCP, DIA, DIF
Insurance Advisor & Retirement Planning Advisor
He is the founder and President of Cristero Financial, Inc., bringing over 25 years of experience in insurance and financial services. He is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate complex financial decisions through structured, disciplined planning.
Throughout his career, Santiago has held leadership roles in both banking and financial services, including senior leadership positions. His experience spans major financial institutions and advisory firms, providing broad perspective across risk management, retirement planning, and long-term financial strategy.
He holds multiple professional designations focused on retirement planning, long-term care, and income protection, including CLTC®, LTCP, DIA, and DIF. Santiago has also served in leadership roles within the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), including President of NAIFA Kankakee Valley and Director on the NAIFA Illinois State Board, and is a graduate of NAIFA’s Leadership in Life Institute. He has also been recognized as a Financial Security Advocate Academy graduate—an honor held by a select group of professionals—reflecting his commitment to advancing financial literacy and protection.
His approach emphasizes integrity, discipline, and a commitment to long-term client relationships. He provides clear, thoughtful guidance designed to help clients align financial decisions with their goals, priorities, and long-term security.
Santiago remains committed to delivering principled, structured guidance and building lasting relationships grounded in trust, consistency, and accountability.