Allianz Life Taps AIG Vet as New SVP of Enterprise Operations

Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America has hired Stephen Kennedy as senior vice president of enterprise operations, the company recently announced.

In his new role, Kennedy will lead the insurer’s operations division, providing administrative services for annuities and life insurance across its distribution channels. This includes helping develop sourcing and digitalization strategies for customers and producers.

“We are excited Stephen has joined our team and look forward to the strategic and operational leadership that he brings,” said Allianz Life’s Chief Administrative Officer Cathy Mahone, in a press release. “Stephen’s experience will support Allianz Life’s continued efforts to provide increased value to our customers.”

Prior to Allianz Life, Kennedy worked at AIG Life and Retirement for more than 22 years. Most recently, he served as senior vice president of operations at the Houston-based company and will now report directly to Mahone at Allianz Life.

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