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The Standard Hires Jack Woolnough as Retirement Plans Regional Sales Director

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Standard announced the hiring of Jack Woolnough as regional sales director for the central region of its Retirement Plans division.

Woolnough has more than 12 years of experience in the payroll, retirement plan and benefits industry. In his prior role, Jack grew new business year-over-year while focusing on team growth and development.

Woolnough holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Christian University.

“Jack is an innovative thinker and process-oriented growth leader with strong industry relationships,” said Rob Baumgarten, vice president of Retirement Plan Sales for The Standard. “His deep experience and service mindset will bring new energy and insights to our team, including our advisor and third-party administrator partners.”

About The Standard

The Standard is a family of businesses dedicated to helping our customers achieve financial well-being and peace of mind. In business since 1906, we are a leading provider of financial products and services for groups and individuals. Our products include group and individual disability insurance, group life, dental and vision insurance, voluntary (employee-paid) benefits, absence management services, and retirement plans and annuities for employers and individuals. For more information about The Standard, visit www.standard.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn.

The Standard is the marketing name for StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries. StanCorp Equities, Inc., member FINRA, wholesales a group annuity contract issued by Standard Insurance Company and a mutual fund trust platform for retirement plans. Standard Retirement Services, Inc., provides financial recordkeeping and plan administrative services. Investment advisory services are provided by StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., a registered investment advisor. StanCorp Equities, Inc., Standard Insurance Company, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., are subsidiaries of StanCorp Financial Group, Inc., and all are Oregon corporations.

Contacts

Bob Speltz
971.212.9549
bob.speltz@standard.com

The Standard

Details
Headquarters: Portland, OR
CEO: Dan McMillan
Employees: 5,232
Organization: PRI

Release Summary
The Standard announced the hiring of Jack Woolnough as regional sales director for the central region of its Retirement Plans division.
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Contacts

Bob Speltz
971.212.9549
bob.speltz@standard.com

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