The Standard announced the hiring of Erik Hermann as a retirement plan consultant. He will work with advisors and third-party administrators in Illinois.

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Erik Hermann, Retirement Plan Consultant, The Standard (Photo: Business Wire)

Hermann has more than 11 years of experience in the retirement plan and benefits industry. He held previous roles as managing director and investment education consultant and is also a former personal investing lead licensing mentor.

Hermann is a Certified Financial Planner®. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from Miami University in addition to FINRA Series 7 and NASAA 63 and 65 licenses.

“Erik’s deep retirement plan industry experience and commitment to service will be an asset to our team and our advisor and TPA partners,” said Derek Fuller, regional sales director for The Standard.

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.

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