His strategic vision for the next ten years of the enterprise includes increasing premiums from $200 million to $1 billion and expanding locations from 110 to approximately 300.
WESTMINSTER, CO, November 26, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Chris Fernandez has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Fernandez, a seasoned leader in the insurance industry, has dedicated over 15 years to his profession. Since 2023, he has excelled as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Affordable American Insurance. His journey with the company began in 2006 when he joined as an information technology (IT) support technician. Over the years, Mr. Fernandez has demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in information technology, operations, and expansion of the business nationwide, which has been instrumental in his rise through the ranks.
Named as the CEO in January 2023, Mr. Fernandez has proved to be an instrumental leader. Under his leadership, Affordable American Insurance has transitioned from a lifestyle-oriented organization to a professionally managed entity. Mr. Fernandez's strategic vision for the next 10 years of the enterprise includes increasing premiums from $200 million to $1 billion and expanding locations from 110 to approximately 300.
Beginning his career at the family business in 2010, Mr. Fernandez was appointed as the director of IT at Affordable American Insurance. During this period, he spearheaded the establishment of the IT department and developed a business intelligence tool that became integral to internal staff and network agencies. Mr. Fernandez's innovative approach and technical understanding laid the foundation for his subsequent roles.
By 2015, Mr. Fernandez had advanced to executive vice president of technology and continued to drive technological advancements within the company. In 2016, he undertook one of his most challenging tasks when he successfully changed the network-wide management system. This critical move involved training 200 people and ensuring accurate payments to vendors and customers, and ultimately led to significant growth for the company.
In 2017, Mr. Fernandez assumed the role of chief technology officer, further solidifying his influence on the company's technological direction. The following year, he was promoted to chief operating officer, where he played a pivotal role in expanding operations from three states to over 20 states.
Following his promotion to the role of CEO in January 2023, Mr. Fernandez oversaw the acquisition of one of Arkansas's largest insurance agencies, which doubled the company's geographic footprint and personnel.
Mr. Fernandez's educational background includes a bachelor's degree in information technology from the University of Phoenix and an advanced business analytics certification.
Attributing much of his success to perseverance and lessons learned from his father, Mr. Fernandez also values humility, emotional intelligence and intellectual prowess. His participation in Vistage and Legatus has further enabled him to learn from others' experiences and gain external perspectives on leadership challenges. Mr. Fernandez continues prioritizing quality over quantity in his business model, aiming for substantial growth while maintaining sustainably high standards within Affordable American Insurance's operations.
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