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Malynda Cooper

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Field Manager - Insurance Sales Representative - Bankers Life and Casualty Company
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(208) 235-7958(208) 235-7958
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Malynda CooperField Manager - Insurance Sales Representative, Pocatello, ID

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Meet Malynda Cooper
Personal Business Philosophy
I believe building a strong retirement plan provides peace of mind. I’m dedicated to educating you on the innovative insurance planning solutions we offer, providing personal service and helping to make certain you can enjoy the life of your retirement.
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ID, UT, WY
professional background
Joined Bankers Life in 2024Began work in the Insurance Industry in 2024Education: BFA Brigham Young University '00; MEA Wester Governors University '05-'06; MFA Academy of Art University '00
personal background
Family: My husband and I just celebrated our 15th anniversary. We have four beautiful children. We love to do all things outdoors together.Community Involvement: I enjoy being involved in the local school and youth sports here in Pocatello. I also enjoy the local art community.

Malynda Cooper, Bankers Life Agent in Pocatello, ID

Closed - Opens at 9:00 AM
Contact Me
Office Phone:
(208) 232-4937(208) 232-4937
Direct Phone:
(208) 235-7958(208) 235-7958
Cell Phone:
(208) 235-7958(208) 235-7958
malynda.cooper@bankerslife.com
Branch Info
861 Jefferson Ave
Ste A
Pocatello, ID 83201
US
Hours
Day of the WeekHours
Wednesday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Monday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Our Brands and Partners

Our agents provide an expansive suite of insurance options, including core products offered by Bankers Life and Casualty Company, Colonial Penn Life Insurance Company and Washington National Insurance Company.

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FORGET ME NOT DAYS

At Bankers Life, our insurance agents and associates witness firsthand the impact that Alzheimer’s and dementia have on our customers, their families and their caregivers. That’s why we established Bankers Life Forget Me Not Days®, our nationwide fundraising campaign to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association®. This June marks the 23rd anniversary of the campaign. Since 2003, we’ve helped raise more than $7.8 million for the Alzheimer’s Association through the Forget Me Not Days campaign and corporate donations.

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Products & Services Offered in Pocatello, ID

  • Life Insurance

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  • Medicare Supplement Insurance

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  • Long-term Care Insurance

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  • Annuities

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Financial Calculators & Tools

Our calculators are here to help support your retirement and insurance planning needs so you can make confident and informed decisions.
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    Input your current savings and income sources to estimate your future retirement income and assess if you’re on track to meet your goals.
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Reviews

Customer Reviews for Pocatello, ID

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(30 Reviews)
  • Keith E
    January 28, 2025
    4.0 out of 5.0
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    I have to say they were very professional in all areas of business plus not pushy at all. They made sure to explain everything that needed to be explained.
    I have to say they were very professional in all areas of business plus not pushy at all. They made sure to explain everything that needed to be explained.
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  • Tammy M
    January 28, 2025
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    Great customer service took care of my issues fast. Enjoyed conversations.
    Great customer service took care of my issues fast. Enjoyed conversations.
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  • Allen M.
    January 10, 2025
    4.0 out of 5.0
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    It has been a joy to learn as a team as we help people with their insurance needs. There is so much more that we can learn since everyone has different needs.
    It has been a joy to learn as a team as we help people with their insurance needs. There is so much more that we can learn since everyone has different needs.
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  • Sherry C
    January 7, 2025
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    Great customer service. Always calls back.
    Great customer service. Always calls back.
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  • Lynette T
    December 27, 2024
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    Von is very knowledgeable and helped us with our deciding how we wanted to go with our insurance this year. Thank you very much.
    Von is very knowledgeable and helped us with our deciding how we wanted to go with our insurance this year. Thank you very much.
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  • Lynette T
    December 25, 2024
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    Von is a great agent. He is very up to date on all the details that we need to know. Thank You.
    Von is a great agent. He is very up to date on all the details that we need to know. Thank You.
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  • Jerry H
    November 15, 2024
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    We like Von. He has helped us since 2021.When we needed help he made himself available.Very nice guy. Personable, caring. We enjoy working with him.
    We like Von. He has helped us since 2021.When we needed help he made himself available.Very nice guy. Personable, caring. We enjoy working with him.
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  • Jeanine I
    November 14, 2024
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    Mr. Dillistone was so helpful and I’m so grateful for that. So pleasant and very professional. My husband and I highly recommend him.
    Mr. Dillistone was so helpful and I’m so grateful for that. So pleasant and very professional. My husband and I highly recommend him.
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  • Seth W
    August 24, 2024
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    Jared was very helpful in getting me set up with a retirement option. He was easy to talk with, knows his stuff, had plenty of options and helped me make the best decision that would help my future goals. We need more Jared’s in the world! Thank you Jared for all of your help.
    Jared was very helpful in getting me set up with a retirement option. He was easy to talk with, knows his stuff, had plenty of options and helped me make the best decision that would help my future goals. We need more Jared’s in the world! Thank you Jared for all of your help.
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  • David L
    April 2, 2024
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    Great customer service thank you
    Great customer service thank you
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  • kENT S
    January 10, 2024
    2.0 out of 5.0
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    I have been unable to contact anyone since the first of the year 2024
    I have been unable to contact anyone since the first of the year 2024
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    Response from Bankers Life
    January 10, 2024
    Hi Kent, thank you for leaving a rating. We've passed your feedback along to our branch management team, and a team member will be in touch soon to learn more about your experience and address any outstanding concerns. Please don't hesitate to email us at BLReviews@bankerslife.com should you need further assistance.
  • Phyllis Y
    September 13, 2023
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    I like the way they serve me ask questions they answer it hard to get a policy at my age and reasonable which they did thank you for helping get what I needed
    I like the way they serve me ask questions they answer it hard to get a policy at my age and reasonable which they did thank you for helping get what I needed
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  • Mark H.
    August 11, 2022
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    Jared was very professional in presenting the information and seemed to be thorough in his presentation. Not related in any way to Jared, we have decided that the policy is not a fit for us at this time and have requested that it be cancelled. Jared thank you for your time.
    Jared was very professional in presenting the information and seemed to be thorough in his presentation. Not related in any way to Jared, we have decided that the policy is not a fit for us at this time and have requested that it be cancelled. Jared thank you for your time.
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  • David K.
    June 14, 2022
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    Thanks for your quick responces
    Thanks for your quick responces
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  • Ernest J.
    April 6, 2022
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    Great Presentation, Better understanding, finding a Comfortabilty with The Agent I’ve taken my life license and I wish I had a experienced associate like Jarred
    Great Presentation, Better understanding, finding a Comfortabilty with The Agent I’ve taken my life license and I wish I had a experienced associate like Jarred
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  • John E.
    March 16, 2022
    4.0 out of 5.0
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    I appreciate the no pressure. he was vary kind and to the point and made it easy to under stand.
    I appreciate the no pressure. he was vary kind and to the point and made it easy to under stand.
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  • Mary A.
    March 9, 2022
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    Courteous and knowledge service. Thank you
    Courteous and knowledge service. Thank you
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  • Pamela W.
    August 7, 2021
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    Great customer service and very knowledgeable.
    Great customer service and very knowledgeable.
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  • Linda R.
    May 25, 2021
    4.0 out of 5.0
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    Friendly, great service
    Friendly, great service
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  • Edna C.
    May 19, 2021
    5.0 out of 5.0
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    Jared was polite, friendly, very knowledgeable and considerate of our needs. We feel we can consult him with any concerns or questions as they might arise.
    Jared was polite, friendly, very knowledgeable and considerate of our needs. We feel we can consult him with any concerns or questions as they might arise.
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