Uthay Kumar
Expert in Insurance Selling and Agency Building
28-time MDRT Qualifier; 35+ years in insurance sales, recruitment, and team leadership
Speaking Topics
Accelerate Success
Sales, Marketing and Customer ExperienceSynopsis
Sales professionals today are under more pressure than ever to perform and deliver results fast. In this high-impact keynote, Uthay Kumaran—acclaimed speaker, author, and 28-time MDRT qualifier—equips participants with actionable strategies to improve performance, boost productivity, and exceed their targets. Drawing from real-world examples and personal breakthroughs, he shares a powerful step-by-step approach for evaluating gaps, setting meaningful goals, and implementing success routines that work. Whether you’re a new agent or a seasoned leader, this session will leave you energized, equipped, and ready to take control of your performance and climb to new levels of achievement.
Key Benefits
Growth is step-by-step Participants will reframe success as a series of small, consistent actions that compound over time to create major breakthroughs. Confidence meets clarity They will feel empowered with clear goals and the belief that they have the tools to meet and exceed them. Apply, adjust, advance They will implement the audit tools, goal-setting framework, and productivity techniques to upgrade daily execution and fast-track success.
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About
Uthay Kumar, affectionately known as UK, is one of Asia’s most inspiring sales leaders and motivational speakers. From school dropout to record-setting TOT qualifier, his “rags to riches” journey has ignited the passion of thousands. In 2003, UK made history by collecting SGD 14 million in premiums — a record still unbroken in Malaysia or Singapore. Today, he leads Hi Achiverz, a 50-person Million Dollar Agency, while training and mentoring the next generation of top producers. Known for his energetic, story-driven delivery style, UK is highly sought after by insurance companies, schools, and corporate organizations across Asia. His keynote themes span from sales mastery to personal transformation, making him relatable to audiences at all stages of their journey. Above all, UK speaks with heart, humility, and the belief that with the right mindset, anyone can win.
Unique Selling Point
From Dropout to Industry Legend
Uthay Kumar’s journey from school dropout to record-breaking TOT achiever is a powerful testament to grit, passion, and transformation. His “Just One More” philosophy has become a rallying cry for high achievers across Asia.
Proven Sales and Recruitment Strategist
With over three decades in insurance sales, Uthay is renowned for his unmatched selling techniques and team-building strategies. He has mentored hundreds of advisors into MDRT, COT, and TOT levels, creating high-performing sales teams.
Magnetic Motivational Speaker
Known for his energetic delivery, Uthay simplifies powerful concepts using humor, real-life stories, and deep audience engagement. His impact goes beyond insurance — inspiring students, youth groups, and service professionals across Asia.
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Client Testimonials
I dare say that Uthay is a living testimonial to Napoleon Hill’s saying ‘Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, he can achieve.
Though I have been in the business for over 30 years now, my relatively recent association with this gentleman has changed my attitude and outlook on my business. I dare say that Uthay is a living testimonial to Napoleon Hill’s saying ‘Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, he can achieve. 'It's truly been my privilege and honour to have known and associated with this fine gentleman.
- ALFRED THANANATHAN
Kumar has the amazing ability to express and motivate people around him...
Kumar has the amazing ability to express and motivate people around him; also, he has delivered many speeches. I will confidently recommend anyone to engage him for motivational speeches. He is among the rare few who can speak and deliver results.
- JAMES MSUPERMANIAM
The energy and passion that infused your presentation, not to mention your can-do spirit, was simply inspiring and infectious!
It was a privilege having you speak to our AIA Life Planners at our recent Regional Quarterly Life Planners Congress. I appreciate the time and commitment you made to learn about our company and the multitude of changes that have taken place within to tailor your presentation on opportunities in Malaysia’s life insurance industry as well as tips on generating leads to our group. The energy and passion that infused your presentation, not to mention your can-do spirit, was simply inspiring and infectious! Even more invaluable was the perspective you shared based on your personal experience of working towards achieving MDRT Honor Roll and Qualifying Life Membership, a real-life example which proved inspiring for our team of new recruits who are just starting out on their own journeys towards personal best.
- BILL LISLE
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