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Symetra Named to 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ List

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Symetra Life Insurance Company today announced that Fortune® magazine and Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, have recognized Symetra on the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ List .

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  • Symetra Life Insurance Company today announced that Fortune® magazine and Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, have recognized Symetra on the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ List .
  • This is Symetra’s second consecutive appearance on the list, coming in at No.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231024232596/en/
    To determine the Best Workplaces for Women, Great Place To Work analyzed the survey responses of over 600,000 women who work for Great Place To Work Certified™ companies that were eligible for the list.
  • In addition to its Fortune Best Workplaces for Women honors for 2023 and 2022, Symetra’s recent workplace awards and recognition include Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance (2023) and Forbes America’s Best Mid-Size Employers (2023).

World #1 Ranked LPGA Champion Lilia Vu Joins Arcis Golf as Brand Ambassador

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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DALLAS, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcis Golf — the second largest and fastest-growing owner and operator of private, resort, and daily fee clubs in the United States, has announced that Lilia Vu, LPGA Tour player and World No. 1 in the Rolex Rankings, has become an Arcis Golf Ambassador. Vu brings her remarkable talent and achievements to the Arcis community.

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  • We could not be more excited to build upon the relationship and have Lilia formally representing Arcis Golf."
  • As part of her collaboration with Arcis Golf, Vu will wear the Arcis logo on her sleeve and make special appearances at Arcis Golf member and community events.
  • Reflecting on her ambassadorship with Arcis Golf, Vu says, "It feels like things have come full circle with this opportunity to represent Arcis Golf, especially given my history and my dad's involvement with the David L. Baker Golf Course.
  • The company has received numerous regional and national honors, including a National Golf Foundation "2023 Top 100 Businesses in Golf."

Symetra Named a Fortune 2023 Best Workplace in Financial Services and Insurance™

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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Symetra Life Insurance Company announced that Fortune® magazine and Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, have recognized Symetra as one of the 2023 Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance™.

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  • Symetra Life Insurance Company announced that Fortune® magazine and Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, have recognized Symetra as one of the 2023 Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance™.
  • Symetra was among the top 50 organizations in the best large workplaces category.
  • Of those, over 191,000 responses were received from employees at companies who were eligible for the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance list.
  • To learn more about working at Symetra, our remote-first environment and current opportunities, visit https://www.symetra.com/careers/symetra-careers/ .

Sally Jewell Named Chair of Symetra Financial Corporation Board of Directors

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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Symetra Financial Corporation (“Symetra”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company (“Sumitomo”), today announced the designation of Sally Jewell as chair of its board of directors, effective Aug. 24, 2023.

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  • Symetra Financial Corporation (“Symetra”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company (“Sumitomo”), today announced the designation of Sally Jewell as chair of its board of directors, effective Aug. 24, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230906607453/en/
    Sally Jewell has been named chair of Symetra Financial Corporation's board of directors.
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    “We are extremely pleased to have a leader of Sally Jewell’s caliber chair Symetra’s board of directors.
  • Her leadership will help ensure Symetra’s continued success and growth going forward,” said Kensei Kawaguchi, Managing Executive Officer, Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, and Symetra Financial Corporation board member.

Patriot Growth Insurance Services Names Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Patriot Growth Insurance Services, LLC (Patriot), one of the largest and fastest-growing insurance brokers in the United States, has named John Galaviz as Chief Financial Officer. Galaviz brings a wealth of financial and operational expertise to the position, including executive roles with Relation Insurance Services, Worldwide Facilities LLC, Answer Financial, Symetra Financial and Merrill Lynch.

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  • FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Patriot Growth Insurance Services, LLC (Patriot), one of the largest and fastest-growing insurance brokers in the United States, has named John Galaviz as Chief Financial Officer.
  • Galaviz brings a wealth of financial and operational expertise to the position, including executive roles with Relation Insurance Services, Worldwide Facilities LLC, Answer Financial, Symetra Financial and Merrill Lynch.
  • "John will oversee all aspects of the financial management of Patriot, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, capital raising and strategic planning.
  • As insurance distribution continues to evolve, Gardner said he recognized the importance of a strategic leader to drive decision-making and capitalize on growth opportunities while ensuring the company's long-term financial health.

Federal Life Group Hires Knut Olson as CEO

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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CHICAGO, Aug. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Federal Life Group, Inc. and its affiliates (“Federal Life”), a leading provider of insurance and retirement solutions founded in 1899, announced that Knut A. Olson has joined the firm as CEO and a member of the board of directors.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Federal Life Group, Inc. and its affiliates (“Federal Life”), a leading provider of insurance and retirement solutions founded in 1899, announced that Knut A. Olson has joined the firm as CEO and a member of the board of directors.
  • Olson succeeds Bill Austin, who will continue to serve on the board of directors as executive vice chairman and provide executive advisory services to Federal Life.
  • Olson brings more than 30 years of experience in the life and health insurance and annuity industries to Federal Life.
  • “I am pleased to have joined the Federal Life board and am excited to work with Knut Olson, Tom Marra, David Herzog, and the rest of the team to build a world-class life, health, and annuity platform,” said Foy.

Thomas Marra Steps Down as Chair of Symetra Financial Corporation Board of Directors

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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Symetra Financial Corporation (“Symetra”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company (“Sumitomo”), today announced the resignation of Thomas M. Marra as chair of its board of directors, effective July 31, 2023.

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  • Symetra Financial Corporation (“Symetra”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company (“Sumitomo”), today announced the resignation of Thomas M. Marra as chair of its board of directors, effective July 31, 2023.
  • “On behalf of Sumitomo and the board, we thank Tom for his service and longstanding commitment to Symetra and its success,” said Kensei Kawaguchi, Managing Executive Officer, Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, and Symetra Financial Corporation board member.
  • “He played an essential role in Sumitomo’s acquisition of Symetra, and in developing the productive relationship between the two organizations as CEO and then as board chair.
  • We wish him well in his future endeavors.”
    Mr. Marra joined Symetra in June 2010 as president and chief executive officer of Symetra Financial Corporation and its insurance subsidiaries, a role he held until February 2018.

Symetra Shares Inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility Report: Symetra Social Impact 2022

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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Symetra Financial Corporation today announced the publication of its first corporate social responsibility (CSR) report —Symetra Social Impact 2022.

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  • Symetra Financial Corporation today announced the publication of its first corporate social responsibility (CSR) report —Symetra Social Impact 2022.
  • The new report details progress and key accomplishments from the program’s inaugural year and highlights the company’s ongoing efforts.
  • “With Symetra Social Impact, we aim to be intentional and transparent about the goals we’ve set and the progress we’re making to create positive impact for people and for the planet.”
    2022 Symetra Social Impact program accomplishments:
    Invested $2.8 million in communities, directing more than 25 percent of funding to organizations and initiatives advancing racial equity and social justice.
  • “Firmly grounded in our values and focused on meaningful outcomes, our Symetra Social Impact program made good progress in its inaugural year, thanks to strong community and civic partnerships, exceptional employee engagement, and committed leadership,” said Sharmila Swenson, vice president, Public Affairs & Social Impact.

JONATHAN CURLEY JOINS PENSIONMARK FINANCIAL GROUP AS GLOBAL HEAD OF COMPLIANCE

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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SANTA BARBARA, CA, May 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pensionmark, A World Company, the financial services division of leading insurance services organization World Insurance Associates, announced today that Jonathan Curley has joined as the firm’s new global head of compliance.

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  • SANTA BARBARA, CA, May 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pensionmark, A World Company, the financial services division of leading insurance services organization World Insurance Associates, announced today that Jonathan Curley has joined as the firm’s new global head of compliance.
  • In this role, Curley will oversee the global compliance strategies across all Pensionmark financial services companies.
  • Earlier in his career, he held executive leadership roles at Symetra Financial, Wells Fargo Insurance Services, Wachovia Bank and MCM Financial.
  • “We are very fortunate to have a person with his credentials join our team to support our short- and long-term vision.”
    “I’m excited to be joining a company as dynamic and successful as Pensionmark,” said Jonathan Curley, global head of compliance.

Symetra Appoints Kevin Byrne and Thomas Girard to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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Symetra Financial Corporation today announced the appointments of Kevin R. Byrne and Thomas J. Girard to its board of directors.

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  • Symetra Financial Corporation today announced the appointments of Kevin R. Byrne and Thomas J. Girard to its board of directors.
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    Kevin R. Byrne has joined the board of directors of Symetra Financial Corporation.
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    “We are very pleased to welcome Kevin and Tom to the Symetra board.
  • “Kevin and Tom’s collective years of experience and expertise add to the strength of our board,” added Margaret Meister, president and CEO of Symetra.