Christopher Whitaker
About Christopher Whitaker
Christopher Whitaker serves as the Vice President of Training & Development at Primerica, where he has implemented training solutions that enhance sales growth and employee retention. He has held various leadership roles in training and business development across multiple organizations, including AchieveGlobal, TruGreen, and Aptean.
Current Role at Primerica
Christopher Whitaker serves as the Vice President of Training & Development at Primerica since 2021. In this role, he has implemented assessments, training, and onboarding solutions that have contributed to sales growth, employee retention, customer retention, and overall profitability. He has also collaborated with senior and middle management to redesign all Commercial Sales and Sales Management Training, ensuring that the training programs align with the company's strategic goals.
Previous Experience in Training and Development
Before joining Primerica, Christopher Whitaker held various positions in training and development. He worked at Aptean as the Director of Training and Development from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, he served as Program Manager - Sales Effectiveness at Rollins, Inc. from 2009 to 2012. His experience also includes a role as Business Development Officer at The BB&T Leadership Institute from 2004 to 2006, and as an Account Executive at AchieveGlobal from 1998 to 2003.
Educational Background
Christopher Whitaker studied at Grambling State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from 1991 to 1995. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation for his career in training and development.
Contributions to Primerica
At Primerica, Christopher Whitaker has developed corporate-wide and division-specific training strategies and solutions aimed at improving performance and delivering measurable results. He has also collaborated with the HR department to establish the framework for the company’s multi-unit manager development and succession program, focusing on leadership development within the organization.
Career Timeline
Christopher Whitaker's career spans several key roles in various organizations. He began as a Business Development Consultant at Strategic Management Group, Inc. in 2001. After that, he transitioned to AchieveGlobal, where he worked for five years. He then held positions at The BB&T Leadership Institute and TruGreen, where he served as National Accounts Director from 2015 to 2021. His diverse experience has contributed to his expertise in training and development.