Today Protective announced a planned CEO transition, along with additional key leadership changes. Rich Bielen plans to retire at the end of 2026, with Paul Wells slated to become President & CEO on Jan. 1, 2027. Learn more: spr.ly/6011BBxjkV
Protective to acquire Obsidian, a leading property, casualty and specialty insurance platform — supporting our long‑term growth strategy and our vision to protect more people through life's many moments. Learn more: spr.ly/6010BBMof0
Today, Protective released a new whitepaper in partnership with @GreenwaldRsrch, uncovering valuable insights to help financial professionals better integrate Medicare planning into holistic retirement strategies. Read more about these findings here: spr.ly/6018B6azOK
It’s official: Portfolio has joined Protective. By uniting Portfolio’s expertise with Protective’s scale, we’re strengthening our Asset Protection Division and expanding solutions that help dealerships and customers nationwide. Details: spr.ly/6017CYvgl
We are pleased to announce the promotion of two senior leaders who will help position us for future growth. Effective 1/1/26, Paul Wells will assume the role of President, CFO, and Wade Harrison will become Vice Chairman, COO. Learn more: spr.ly/60187k3dM
Protective announces planned acquisition of Portfolio, a leading provider of reinsurance management services and F&I products. Read more: spr.ly/601471SKA
ShelterPoint, now part of the Protective family, has been approved by Minnesota as a private Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) provider. This early approval helps employers prepare for the 2026 PFML mandate. Read more: spr.ly/6014NJRLg
We’re proud to announce the promotion of Russ Kolmin to SVP, Chief Product Officer, Protection. His deep expertise and commitment to innovation make him the right leader to drive our life insurance strategy forward.
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The players at the @MiamiOpen are on a mission 🏆, and so are we — to help more people get the sense of protection they deserve. That's our advantage. What's yours?
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We're partnering for a second year with the @MiamiOpen and @amigosforkids, a Miami nonprofit organization that works to prevent child abuse and neglect. Check out more from last year's tennis clinic and Kid's Day. spr.ly/60180naNj#MiamiOpen
We're ready. Are you? Protective is excited to serve for a second year as the official life insurance partner of the @MiamiOpen. See you soon! 🎾 Find out more about our partnership. spr.ly/6019LizbX#MiamiOpen
We were delighted to spread holiday cheer and help support local nonprofits through our first Gifts for Good Holiday Market at @ProtectiveStdm.
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Protective announced Steve Walker, Vice Chairman, Finance and Risk, will retire at the end of the year, following a career that spanned more than two decades with the company.
“During his time at Protective, Steve has played a pivotal role in the completion of 13 acquisitions and strengthened our financial and enterprise risk management functions,” says Rich Bielen, Protective President and CEO.
“He has created a meaningful impact at Protective that positions us well for continued growth, and we appreciate his contributions.”
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We’re proud to announce that Protective has completed the acquisition of ShelterPoint Group, Inc., a leading provider of statutory disability, paid family and medical leave, as well as medical gap insurance products, among others.
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The Chair and Board of Directors help guide ACLI’s efforts in support of policies that make certain all Americans can access the tools and information they need for financial security. Read more: spr.ly/6014UyTor