Sarah O'leary Coates
About Sarah O'leary Coates
Sarah O'Leary Coates serves as the Regional Vice President at Protective Life, a position she has held since 2021. She has a diverse background in sales and management, with previous roles at MetLife, AXA US, and Tommy Hilfiger, among others.
Work at Protective Life
Sarah O'leary Coates has served as Regional Vice President at Protective Life since 2021. In this role, she oversees regional operations and contributes to strategic initiatives within the company. Her tenure at Protective Life includes previous experience as a Hybrid Wholesaler from 2019 to 2021, where she operated in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. This extensive experience within the organization has allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the company's products and services.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before her current role, Sarah O'leary Coates held various positions in the financial services industry. She worked at MetLife as an Internal Wholesaler for seven months in 2016 and later returned to MetLife as an Internal Sales Associate from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Senior Internal Wholesaler at AXA US from 2016 to 2019. These roles provided her with valuable insights into sales strategies and client relationship management.
Retail Management Background
Sarah O'leary Coates has a background in retail management, having worked at Tommy Hilfiger as an Assistant Manager for seven months in 2012 and at Nine West Group as a Store Manager from 2013 to 2015. These positions involved overseeing store operations and managing staff, which contributed to her leadership skills and customer service expertise.
Education and Expertise
Sarah O'leary Coates earned a Bachelor of Fine and Applied Arts from Appalachian State University, where she studied Art and History from 2006 to 2010. This educational background has equipped her with a unique perspective and skill set that she applies in her professional roles, particularly in areas requiring creativity and analytical thinking.