The Standard Hires Kevin McAtamney as Stable Value Sales Director

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Standard announced the hiring of Kevin McAtamney as stable value sales director. He is responsible for growth through new investment-only stable value sales in the western region with a special focus on government and 457 plans. McAtamney is based in San Diego, California.

McAtamney has more than eight years of experience in the retirement plans and benefits industry. He held previous roles as regional sales director for Empower Retirement and internal sales consultant for John Hancock.

McAtamney holds two master’s degrees, an MBA earned from Marist College School of Management and a master’s in Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services from Merrimack College. He earned a Bachelor of Science in business from University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management. McAtamney also holds FINRA Series 6, 7, 63, 65, and Life and Variable Annuity licenses.

“Kevin brings a keen understanding of the stable value marketplace along with established relationships that can benefit our advisor partners and clients,” said Scott Kaplan, assistance vice president for Institutional Products at The Standard. “He will be instrumental in delivering value and supporting the growth of our investment-only stable value products.”

Joe Bruns, senior director of Stable Value Sales at The Standard, added, “Kevin will be an excellent addition to our sales team, particularly with his deep understanding of the government and 457 market for stable value products.”

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.