Rona Guymon Appointed President of Retail Life and Annuity at Prosperity Life Group
Prosperity Life Group has appointed Rona Guymon as President of its newly established Retail Life and Annuity segment, a strategic role aimed at enhancing the company's presence in the retail life and annuity market. Guymon will oversee retail distribution, manage national accounts, and direct marketing efforts to bolster product competitiveness. Her leadership will prioritize new business initiatives with the goal of increasing market share, as she reports directly to CEO Michael Ferik.
Prior to joining Prosperity Life Group, Guymon served as Senior Vice President of Annuity Distribution at Nationwide. She managed distribution channels across broker-dealers, banks, independent marketing organizations, registered investment advisors, and digital platforms. During her tenure, she implemented structural changes that improved efficiency and exceeded sales targets, demonstrating robust risk management and compliance capabilities.
Guymon's extensive career spans over 13 years at Protective Life, where she held several senior positions, including Vice President of Business Development and National Sales Manager. Her professional experience in the insurance industry includes roles in marketing, operations, training, and sales, focusing on products like mutual funds, annuities, and life insurance.
Beyond her operational expertise, Guymon is known for her leadership in the industry and her advocacy for inclusion within financial services. She actively participates as a speaker at industry conferences and serves on boards for organizations such as 6Stride and St. Mary’s Food Bank. Her role exemplifies the evolving landscape of regulatory compliance requirements and the importance of diversity in leadership positions.
Prosperity Life Group is a U.S.-based life insurance carrier that provides life and annuity insurance, reinsurance, and capital solutions. The company also extends its capabilities to international markets like the Cayman Islands and Bermuda. CEO Michael Ferik praised Guymon as a "transformational leader with an exceptional track record," noting her expertise in all distribution channels and her commitment to profitable growth.
Guymon expressed her enthusiasm for the new role, stating, "I am honored to join Prosperity Life Group at such an exciting time in the company’s growth journey. The combination of Prosperity Life Group’s strong product portfolio, commitment to financial professionals, and strategic support from JAB Insurance creates a tremendous platform for growth." Her appointment highlights Prosperity Life Group's focus on enhancing its retail distribution capabilities and value offerings to partners and clients.