Chris Meredith is the Chief Operations Officer at Cyrus Works, where he brings a rare blend of operational excellence, strategic growth insight, and veteran leadership to drive sustainable success for clients and partners. In his role at Cyrus Works, Chris applies the discipline, resourcefulness, and precision he developed during his military service to build strong client relationships and operational frameworks that support long-term business performance.
With deep experience across the funeral services and insurance industries, Chris has established himself as a proven leader who consistently fosters growth and delivers measurable results. He began his career with Nowell Family Funeral Homes and Insurance Company and Southern Security Life, where he first developed his expertise in client-focused services and industry operations. These foundational experiences set the stage for subsequent executive roles that expanded his strategic impact.
Chris’s career trajectory includes key leadership positions such as National Sales Director and Vice President at Security National Life Insurance Company, where he was instrumental in scaling business development efforts. He then advanced to Liberty Bankers Insurance Group, undertaking roles such as National Vice President of American Benefit Life Insurance Company, Vice President of Business Development, and Senior Vice President of Pre-Need. In each capacity, Chris helped organizations grow and adapt in competitive markets, demonstrating an ability to lead complex operational initiatives with clarity and purpose.
As a speaker, Chris draws on his extensive cross-industry experience to offer insights on operational leadership, strategic partnerships, and growth-oriented business practices. His practical approach helps audiences understand how to build resilient operations while maintaining a human-centered focus.
Beyond his professional achievements, Chris enjoys spending quality time with his family and exploring winding, mountainous roads on his Harley — embodying the balance between high-performance leadership and personal passion.
