Chris Coy, Clu, Ch Fc
About Chris Coy, Clu, Ch Fc
Chris Coy serves as the Regional Director of IDI Sales at The Standard, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having held various roles at The Standard and earned multiple professional designations.
Current Role in IDI Sales
Chris Coy serves as the Regional Director for IDI Sales at The Standard, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on market penetration in both medical and non-medical sectors, as well as small business owner disability insurance. He is responsible for identifying distribution growth opportunities in collaboration with the 2VP of Sales. His responsibilities also include engaging in relationship growth and forecasting sales targets to achieve divisional sales goals.
Previous Experience at The Standard
Chris Coy has held multiple positions at The Standard, contributing to his extensive experience in the insurance industry. He worked as an Associate Regional Director for the Eastern U.S. from 2013 to 2015, and as a Regional IDI Sales Representative for the Western U.S. from 2015 to 2018. His earlier roles included Sales Consultant from 2010 to 2013 and Department Supervisor from 2006 to 2008, all based in the Portland, Oregon area.
Educational Background and Certifications
Chris Coy has a solid educational foundation in insurance and communication. He studied at Portland State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies from 2006 to 2009. He furthered his education at The American College, achieving the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation in 2014 and the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation in 2016. Additionally, he obtained his Oregon Life & Health License in 2016 after studying at the Oregon Department of Insurance.
Skills and Expertise
Chris Coy possesses strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills, which he utilizes in his current role. His expertise includes market analysis, sales forecasting, and relationship management. He frequently travels across the United States to conduct agency training sessions and participate in industry conferences, enhancing his knowledge and networking within the insurance sector.