Press Release

The Standard Hires Michael Teigland as National Accounts Sales Director for Retirement Plans

Issued by The Standard

Jan. 31, 2024

PORTLAND, Ore. — The Standard recently hired Michael Teigland as national accounts sales director for Retirement Plans. With the significant increase in demand for innovative solutions including pooled employer plans and managed accounts, Teiglandl’s role enhances our delivery of strategies and tools for advisory firms.

Teigland has more than 18 years of experience in the retirement plan and financial services industry. He held previous retirement plan sales roles at RBC Wealth Management and Principal Financial Group.

“Michael is an experienced leader with an impressive track record of assisting advisor partners through business plan development and relationship management,” said Patrick Bushlack, director of business development in Retirement Plans at The Standard. “With the expansion of our business development team at The Standard, we’re excited to bring Michael’s advisor- centric approach to our national partnerships.”

Teigland earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Iowa State University as well as licenses for FINRA Series 6, Series 7 and Series 26 and NASAA 63. He also holds a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor^® designation.

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 and paid family leave services and retirement plans and annuities for employers and individuals. For more information about The Standard, visit standard.com or follow us on Facebook 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

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