Our Story
From Visionary to Global Leadership
Explore IWP’s journey — rooted in decades of advisory excellence, now advancing as the first foreign-national IMO.
The Trailblazer in International Market
Over 30 years ago, Founder Mary Oliva stepped into a field with no clear roadmap—becoming one of the first U.S.-based agents to specialize in life insurance for foreign nationals. She gained access to ultra-high-net-worth families and global corporations by building trust with the most influential advisors and by supporting renowned institutions in this untapped opportunity. Over the course of more than 2 million miles traveled around the world, she navigated complex international planning with cultural fluency and sharp expertise. Rather than following a path, she forged one — establishing what has now become the new standard in the international wealth planning space.
Founding International Wealth Protection
In 2010, Mary Oliva founded International Wealth Protection (IWP) and hand-selected a best-in-class leadership bench to serve the Latin American market — one that demanded culture-centric and country-specific expertise. With the backing of strong carrier relationships, a compliance-first approach, and a concierge-style service platform, the firm quickly distinguished itself as a trusted partner. IWP became sought after as one of the premier go-to firms for sophisticated life insurance and risk solutions in the international wealth planning space.
Over time, IWP’s growth expanded well beyond Latin America, establishing a global reach with hubs in Zurich and Montevideo to serve families and institutions across multiple jurisdictions. With this reach, strong market positioning, and extensive knowledge of the life insurance, legal, and tax landscapes of countries worldwide, IWP is now prepared for its next chapter.
The Next Chapter: Global Growth & Greater Access
With its global reach and solid foundation in international wealth planning, IWP is entering a new era — transforming into the first foreign-national IMO. Breaking away from the elitism and restrictive entry that defines the international life insurance market, the company provides a gateway into for those seeking to participate in this multi-billion-dollar opportunity. Built on a client-first philosophy, IWP is establishing a new benchmark for global life insurance distribution — aligning opportunity with precision, and inclusion with excellence.
Shaping the Future
of Global Insurance Distribution
At International Wealth Protection (IWP), our mission is to unlock the international life insurance space — breaking down barriers of access and enabling professionals to participate in an opportunity that has long been out of reach. Guided by a vision of inclusion and excellence, we partner with advisors, agencies, and institutions to deliver needs-based solutions that support families and address the unique challenges of a globalized world.
Rooted in Value
These principles guide every decision, partnership, and solution we deliver.
Integrity
Trust and transparency are the foundation of every advisor and client relationship. We do what’s right—always.
Access & Innovation
We’re committed to expanding access, embracing technology, and breaking through the gatekeeping models that have long restricted the industry.
Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standard, delivering reliable service and world-class expertise with consistency and care.
Simplicity
We believe clarity is power. Our solutions are streamlined, compliant, and designed to remove complexity — allowing advisors to focus on what matters most.
Empowering Relationships
We cultivate lifelong partnerships built on mutual respect, loyalty, and shared growth — for advisors, partners, and clients alike.
Our Leadership
Mary Oliva is the Founder of International Wealth Protection (IWP) and a recognized leader in global life insurance strategy. With over 30 years of experience, she has built a career designing bespoke cross-border solutions for high-net-worth individuals, multinational families, and corporations at a global scale— with a specialized expertise in Latin America.
Renowned for structuring nine-figure jumbo cases, pioneering PPLI strategies, and navigating complex global tax and regulatory environments, Mary is widely recognized as a leading authority in international wealth planning. Her strategic vision has fueled IWP’s growth and helped redefine the industry — advancing a more open, inclusive, and disciplined model for life insurance distribution. By bridging global carriers with underserved markets, she continues to position IWP as the platform setting a new standard for wealth protection and international access.
Mary Oliva
Founder & President
Malcolm leads IWP’s European operations from Zurich, bringing over 30 years of international banking and wealth planning experience. A Law graduate from the London School of Economics, he began his career with Lloyds Bank Group, holding leadership roles across Latin America, Europe, Africa, and the U.S.
An early advocate of Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI), Malcolm has structured complex, multi-jurisdictional solutions for ultra-high-net-worth families—including numerous cases exceeding $250 million. Fluent in five languages, he is a trusted strategist for globally mobile clients with ties to the U.S., Latin America, and the Middle East.
Malcolm Dermit
Managing Partner
Constantin brings global expertise to International Wealth Protection, where he serves as Director of Wealth Protection from the Zurich office. Fluent in German, Romanian, and English, he holds a degree in Economic Sciences and a master’s in Engineering.
Since joining IWP in 2017, Constantin has specialized in managing client exposure to financial liabilities—including tax, legal, and banking risks—through customized, compliant insurance strategies. His promotion in 2023 reflects his leadership and ongoing success in delivering tailored, tax-efficient solutions for IWP’s international clientele.
Constantin Pojala
Director of Wealth Protection
Our Global Offices
IWP Global Headquarters
• U.S. Hub for Latin America and International Advisors
• Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese
IWP Europe Office
• Serving Europe, the Middle East & Asia
• Languages: English, German, French, Romanian
Latin America Operations
• Supporting clients and partners across South America
• Languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese
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