Ana Diez-Bickford, Agent with New York Life

As an immigrant from Colombia, I moved to the United States at the age of 12 with my mother. Growing up with a single mom, I faced challenges that forced me to mature quickly and develop resilience at a young age. In 2018, I took a leap of faith and moved to San Diego — pregnant and ready for a new beginning. I transitioned into the solar industry and began building a life from the ground up. Fast

forward eight years: I’m now a proud mother of two, a homeowner, and have built a new career with New York Life. Looking back, I often wish I had a mentor to guide me through life’s financial and personal decisions. That’s what drives me today. As an agent with New York Life, I’m passionate about being the resource and mentor I never had — helping young families and busy professionals create financial security, build wealth strategically, and move toward their goals with confidence. I want my clients to reach their destinations faster and with fewer obstacles than I experienced. I’m grateful for how far I’ve come — and even more excited to help others go even further.