Christopher Bernish
About Christopher Bernish
Christopher Bernish serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations and Information Technology at Protective Life, where he has worked since 2005. He has a background in sales operations and management, with previous roles at CenterBeam and Xerox Corporation, and holds an MBA from Southern Methodist University.
Work at Protective Life
Christopher Bernish serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations and Information Technology at Protective Life, a position he has held since 2005. In this role, he focuses on creating a collaborative workforce environment that prioritizes customer and distribution partner satisfaction. He plays a key role in developing future leaders within the operations and information technology teams. Bernish is also actively involved in identifying and integrating acquisition companies as part of Protective Life's growth strategy. His efforts have significantly improved customer experience and contributed to enhanced bottom line results through operational enhancements.
Previous Experience at CenterBeam
Before joining Protective Life, Christopher Bernish worked as a Regional Sales Manager at CenterBeam from 2002 to 2005 in San Jose, California. During his three years in this position, he was responsible for managing sales operations and driving revenue growth in the region. His experience at CenterBeam provided him with valuable insights into sales strategies and customer relationship management.
Previous Experience at Xerox Corporation
Christopher Bernish held the position of Manager of Sales Operations at Xerox Corporation from 2000 to 2002. In this role, he was involved in overseeing sales operations and optimizing processes to enhance efficiency. His tenure at Xerox contributed to his understanding of operational management and sales strategies.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Bernish studied at Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business, where he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance, Marketing, and Change Management from 1991 to 1993. He also attended Illinois State University, where he studied Business with a concentration in Marketing. His educational background equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in operations and information technology.