Eric Thomes
Chief Distribution Officer,
Allianz Life Insurance Company
With over 30 years in the financial services industry, Thomes has broad experience within Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz Life), holding various leadership roles with increasing responsibility. He is currently responsible for maximizing distribution through strategic relationships in the independent, wirehouse, RIA, and bank channels, as well as independent field marketing offices. Thomes has played a pivotal role in strengthening the company’s position as an industry leader.
Eric Thomes's Sessions
- October 23
- 2:30 pm
- - 3:15 pm
- Main Stage Event
Independent distribution is entering a moment of real opportunity. BGAs now sit at the center of how life and annuity products reach the market—as capital flows, technology, and new channels expand what’s possible. This distribution leaders panel will explore how product and channel decisions are being made in this environment: where BGAs are indispensable as strategic partners, how network and platform players are raising the bar, how data and AI are shaping the product shelf, and what partnership needs to look like so independent distribution can turn today’s momentum into durable, shared growth for carriers, BGAs, and advisors
