Chris Smith

Chris Smith is a leader in operational transformation with a proven ability to drive fast-paced but measured change, infusing data, analytics and advanced technologies into operations and decision making.

As Chief Operating Officer, Chris leads Operations, Transformation and Customer Experience for Corebridge Financial and drives our Corebridge Forward modernization program to build new capabilities and create a better experience for our customers, distribution partners and colleagues. He joined Corebridge from Guardian Life, where he most recently served as Head of Group Benefits, and previously served as Head of Global Operations for MetLife. He has extensive experience leading organizations through operational transformation, solving complex problems and increasing operating margins. He has held the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation since 2003.