Protective Life Names Paul Wells President and CFO, Wade Harrison Vice Chairman and COO

Paul Wells, President and Chief Financial Officer, Protective Life Corporation | Effective January 1, 2026 • Photo Credit: Protective Life Corporation

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., March 14, 2025 (BUSINESS WATCH GLOBAL) — Insurance company Protective Life Corporation has announced leadership promotions that will take effect on January 1, 2026. Paul Wells has been appointed President and Chief Financial Officer, and Wade Harrison has been named Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer.

Wells will lead a unified financial organization that now includes investments and acquisitions, a structure the company says will strengthen collaboration around Protective’s long-term strategy. Harrison will continue overseeing retail businesses, operations, technology, and marketing, while taking on an expanded enterprise-wide role to support strategic alignment.

Wade Harrison, Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, Protective Life Corporation | Effective January 1, 2026 • Photo Credit: Protective Life Corporation

“Both Paul and Wade have been instrumental in leading Protective through a period of growth and transformation, and they exemplify the leadership we need as we plan for the future. These promotions recognize their contributions and ensure Protective is well-positioned to continue executing our strategy and achieving our goals to protect more people,” said Rich Bielen, Chief Executive Officer of Protective Life Corporation.

Protective stated that Wells and Harrison will work together across the organization to support growth initiatives, enhance operational performance, and advance the company’s customer value goals.

Source: Protective Life Corporation

For more information, visit www.protective.com