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- Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida Appoints Three New Independent DirectorsSeacoast Banking Corporation of Florida ("Seacoast") (NASDAQ:SBCF) announced today that it has appointed Michael ("Mike") E. Griffin, Kathleen ("Kathy") B. Kay and Randolph ("Randy") A. Moore, III, to the Board of Directors of both the company and its bank subsidiary, Seacoast National Bank ("Seacoast Bank"). "During the first quarter of 2026, we proactively refreshed our Board to align its capabilities with Seacoast's strategic priorities and to prepare for anticipated director retirements in the coming years," said Charles M. Shaffer, Chairman and CEO of Seacoast. "By adding directors with deep expertise in Florida commercial real estate, technology and information security, and legal a
- Principal® joins the Council for Disability Income AwarenessSOUTH PORTLAND, Maine, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council for Disability Income Awareness (CDIA) is pleased to announce that Principal Financial Group has joined as a new member. Principal Financial Group® is a global financial company offering retirement, asset management, group benefits and life insurance, along with other financial solutions for individuals and employers. Based in Des Moines, Iowa, its nearly 20,000 employees serve clients worldwide. The company focuses on helping customers with long-term financial security to plan, protect, invest and retire. "Principal is proud to join the Council for Disability Income Awareness to help strengthen education and advocacy around in
- Principal® Names Joel Pitz Executive Vice President and Chief Financial OfficerPitz fills role previously held by Deanna Strable, President & CEO Principal Financial Group® (NASDAQ:PFG) today announced the appointment of Joel Pitz as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately. Pitz steps into the role after 30 years with Principal and brings extensive experience in successfully aligning financial strategy to business goals. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250520603945/en/Joel Pitz "Joel has demonstrated strong leadership throughout his time at Principal and during his tenure as interim CFO which will continue to serve the company well," said Deanna Strable, P
- Principal Asset Management℠ Appoints Matthew Peron as Deputy CIO of EquitiesPrincipal Asset ManagementSM, the investment management unit of Principal Financial Group®, appointed Matthew Peron as Deputy CIO of Equities and Portfolio Manager, a newly established role aimed at further strengthening the equities platform, optimizing performance, and fostering innovation across global equity strategies at Principal. In this leadership role, Peron will serve as a strategic partner to George Maris, chief investment officer and global head of equities, and other senior leaders to provide investment leadership, drive innovation, and advance portfolio outcomes to elevate overall client outcomes. "As we navigate an increasingly complex global equities landscape, Principal r
- Principal® to Host World Cancer Day Event Featuring ESPN's V Foundation CEOA community event focused on achieving Victory Over Cancer® Principal Financial Group® invites community members to its global headquarters in Des Moines on World Cancer Day, Thursday, February 4, for an educational event with the V Foundation for Cancer Research. The event will feature a keynote from Shane Jacobson, V Foundation Chief Executive Officer and Susanna Greer, Ph.D., V Foundation Chief Scientific Officer, as they provide education on the importance of cancer research, its impact on everyday health and wellness, and the inspirational stories of hope cancer continues to provide. The CDC's National Center for Health Statistics cites cancer is the second-leading cause of death i
- Principal® Appoints Lisa Coulson to Lead Human ResourcesPrincipal Financial Group® (NASDAQ:PFG) today announced Lisa Coulson as the company's next chief human resources officer and senior vice president, effective Nov. 30, 2024. Coulson steps into the role after 17 years with Principal and significant experience helping companies align talent strategy with business objectives and customer needs. "Lisa brings extensive experience across crucial talent functions including leader development, change management, and workforce planning," said Deanna Strable, president, chief operating officer, and chief executive officer elect of Principal. "Her expertise is critical as we continue to adapt our talent strategy to align to the evolving needs of our
- Empowering Futures: Principal® Hosts Girl Scout Takeover DayA collaboration to equip young women with financial literacy skills Principal Financial Group® and Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa (GSGI) announced a collaboration today unveiling two initiatives designed to empower young women and enhance community involvement: Girl Scout Takeover Day and the DataSetGold program. Girl Scout Takeover Day at Principal Principal will host a Takeover Day set to inspire and engage girls in grades 6-12 with a variety of enriching activities on Friday, September 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Principal world headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa. This collaboration with GSGI is open to Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors as well as young women in grade
- Principal® Announces Launch of New Private Infrastructure Debt Capability Aimed at Providing Safety, Stability, and Enhanced Returns Amidst a Constrained Financing MarketMansi Patel joins as head of infrastructure debt Principal Asset Management℠ today announced the launch of its new private infrastructure debt capability (the capability) and the hiring of Mansi Patel as senior managing director, head of infrastructure debt to lead its launch and implementation. This new capability adds to the firm's long-standing expertise in public listed infrastructure, real estate debt, and alternative credit. The capability will focus on investing in a diversified portfolio of private infrastructure debt, targeting thematic investments in globalization, decarbonization, and electrification. By doing so, it aims to generate a higher risk premium relative to its publ
- Principal Charity Classic Sets Charitable Giving Record in 2021Annual PGA TOUR Champions event raised more than $7.3 million for Iowa children's charities The Principal Charity Classic today announced its 2021 tournament raised more than $7.3 million in support of Iowa children's charities, surpassing the event's previous record of $6.7 million set in 2020 despite the tournament being canceled due to COVID-19. The annual PGA TOUR Champions event in Des Moines has now raised more than $37 million for Iowa children's charities since Principal Financial Group® became the title sponsor in 2007. "The record levels of generosity have brought the Principal Charity Classic to new heights. It's a true testament to the sponsors, volunteers, players, fans, and
- Principal Financial Group Names Claudio Muruzábal to Board of DirectorsInvestor Day to be held on June 29 Principal Financial Group® (NASDAQ:PFG) announced today that Claudio Muruzábal, president of SAP South Europe, Middle East, Africa and chairman of SAP Latin America & Caribbean, has been elected to the Principal® Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2021. "Claudio brings immense global experience in many of the markets where Principal does business today, along with more than 25 years of leadership in the technology industry," said Dan Houston, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Principal. "Claudio will bring valuable insight as we consider new and innovative approaches to delivering customer guidance and solutions, including through dig