Prudential names SVP to lead distribution and sales
January 7, 2017 by Emily Bader
Prudential Annuities, a business of Prudential Financial Inc., announced Thursday that it has named James Mullery to senior vice president and head of distribution and sales.
He will develop and drive distribution and sales strategies for the Newark-based company.
He will report directly to Lori Fouché, president of Prudential Annuities, and join her senior leadership team.
“As we continue executing against our strategic priorities, Jim’s vast experience will enable us to strengthen our distribution approach,” Fouché said in a prepared statement. “In addition to creating a sales strategy that best supports customers’ needs, I’m confident Jim’s proven track record and rich understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our industry will help to drive innovation across our business.”
Mullery has more than 25 years of experience in the financial industry. Prior to Prudential, he was at BlackRock Asset Management where he served as managing director of its retail financial institutions group. Before BlackRock, he was president of the distribution arm at Guggenheim Partners – Security Benefit. He’s also held positions at AXA Equitable, Fred Alger and Co., and UBS PaineWebber.