Theodore Schmelzle, JD, Cipp
About Theodore Schmelzle, JD, Cipp
Theodore Schmelzle is the Second Vice President of Retirement Plan Services at The Standard, bringing over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has held various leadership roles at Securian Financial and holds a JD Cum Laude from Mitchell Hamline School of Law.
Work at The Standard
Theodore Schmelzle currently holds the position of Second Vice President, Retirement Plan Services at The Standard. He has been with the company since 2023 and operates from Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in the financial services industry to enhance retirement plan offerings and improve client outcomes.
Previous Experience at Securian Financial
Prior to his current role, Theodore Schmelzle worked at Securian Financial for a total of seven years in various capacities. He served as Senior Director of Plan Sponsor Services from 2014 to 2021, and as Second Vice President of Customer Operations from 2021 to 2023. His tenure at Securian also included roles as Senior Counsel and Assistant General Counsel, where he focused on regulatory matters and client services.
Education and Expertise
Theodore Schmelzle earned his Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. He also holds a degree from Saint John's University, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic planning, team optimization, and regulatory compliance within the financial services sector.
Industry Experience
With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Theodore Schmelzle has developed a strong reputation as a trusted advisor. His career has been marked by a focus on harnessing change to benefit clients and leading teams effectively. His extensive background includes significant roles in legal and operational capacities, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the industry.