ISSAQUAH, WA, August 26, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Christopher Swallom 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. Swallom has built a distinguished professional journey marked by adaptability, perseverance and a steadfast commitment to excellence. In 2025, he embarked on a new chapter as a self-employed insurance and annuity broker. In this capacity, he partners with the financial services marketing firm People Helping People (PHP), where he is actively engaged in learning, training and generating business. His responsibilities include generating leads, selling insurance and annuity products, assessing client needs and building tailored illustrations. Additionally, he recruits individuals interested in becoming agents, educates potential newcomers about the agency's operations and works diligently to expand his portfolio of services.

Prior to starting his independent role, Mr. Swallom dedicated 25 successful years to Microsoft from 2000 to 2025. During his tenure at the company, he held various positions in software engineering and engineering management, most notably serving as principal engineering manager within the middle management tier. His career at Microsoft was characterized by sustained achievement and resilience amid industry changes, including significant restructuring within the organization's management layers. He regards his longevity at Microsoft as his most notable professional accomplishment, reflecting his ability to adapt and thrive over a quarter-century in an ever-changing field.

Before venturing onto his vocational path at Microsoft, Mr. Swallom earned a Bachelor of Arts in business administration and management with an emphasis in accounting and finance in 1998 from Concordia University where he was an Academic All-American and All-Conference basketball player. His educational background provided him with a strong understanding of financial markets and business operations that has proven invaluable, particularly in his recent career transition. To augment his qualifications as a broker, he successfully obtained an insurance license in 2025.

Persistence has been central to Mr. Swallom's success in multiple industries. He attributes his achievements to an unwavering determination to persevere through challenges and setbacks, emphasizing the importance of continual progress and learning from mistakes. This mindset has guided him through significant career shifts and enabled him to pursue new opportunities that align with his longstanding passion for financial markets.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Mr. Swallom has demonstrated his commitment to community service through various philanthropic activities. He has contributed as a donor to fundraising golf tournaments benefiting The Salvation Army and served as a panelist and presenter on addiction at multiple treatment centers.

Born in Omak, Mr. Swallom values personal growth alongside professional development. He enjoys yoga, playing golf and basketball, lifting weights and maintaining a fit and healthy lifestyle. Family is also central to his life; he is the proud father of a daughter who competes on the equestrian team at Auburn University and is recognized as one of the leading horse riders in the United States.

Looking toward the future, Mr. Swallom is dedicated to refining his expertise within the financial services industry by pursuing additional qualifications such as certified financial planner (CFP) status and the chartered market technician (CMT) designation in stock market technical analysis. Through these efforts, he aims not only to advance his own career but also to empower others to succeed in their respective fields, continuing his legacy of making a meaningful impact through all he does.

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