The Principal Hires CMO

The Principal Financial Group has hired Elizabeth Brady as its new CMO, effective September 2. She succeeds Mary O’Keefe, who retired from the organization in June.

In her new role, Brady will assume responsibility for various aspects of global marketing including advertising, branding, media relations, sponsorships, digital marketing, multi-cultural marketing, data analytics, business intelligence and research. She joins The Principal from Nielsen Corporation, where she was president of segmentation solutions and formerly served as the global head of marketing effectiveness.

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“A seasoned strategist with a proven track record in global marketing and branding, as well as a deep background in consumer research, Beth brings added strength to our existing management team,” said Larry Zimpleman, chairman, president and CEO at The Principal. “The breadth and depth of this team further positions The Principal as a powerful force in the global investment management marketplace.”

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