James "Jimmy" Tirres, FIC, CLU, LUTCF

Jimmy started in the business in 1974 as an Agent with Met Life in El Paso, Texas. 

He quickly moved into Sales Management and became a District Manager in 1982; a position he held until he accepted a new position with Met Life in 1984 as Project Director for "Project Uno" and moved his family to San Antonio, Texas. 

After a successful 25 year career with Met Life, 10 of which was in sales, he left to pursue other interests.  In February 2007 he decided to join the Catholic Life family as a General Agent.  Under his proven leadership, the San Antonio General Agency has led Catholic Life in production 9 out of the past 11 years.

Jimmy has continued growing in the knowledge of the industry by acquiring the prestigious CLU and FIC designations.

He has been married to Marie-Claire for 45 years and enjoys the company of his 4 adult children.  As an avid sports enthusiast, he played soccer and became a referee for the sport at the age of 30.  He has continued his passion by coaching and mentoring young soccer referees of all ages.  When he is not at work or on the soccer fields, you can find him in his garden or Vegas!