MetLife called its shot earlier this month and announced that it will hire 780 financial services reps in the next two years to target develop clients in the nation’s various African American communities. Although financial services firms have long focused on the wealthiest demographic markets—like high-net-worth Baby Boomers, for example—MetLife cited research suggesting that African Americans’ buying power will reach nearly $1 trillion by 2009.

The insurer also announced that it will use a recruiting and training program to fill the nearly 800 rep positions. Interested professionals should call (800) 564-6638 for more information.