Nationwide Announces Leadership Changes in Group Benefits and Annuity

Nationwide has announced significant leadership changes within its Group Benefits and Annuity business units, effective April 13. Amy Mattingly will lead the Group Benefits Distribution team, while Ann Raible will take on Mattingly’s previous role as the head of Nationwide’s advisory annuity distribution channel. Together with Brad Carrier, Raible will co-lead the Nationwide Annuity Distribution, focusing on brokerage and advisory channels.

Mattingly’s proven leadership skills and success in building strong partnerships with sales channels position her well to implement strategic sales and distribution initiatives. Her focus will be on advancing stop-loss and program-managed solutions tailored for smaller employers. Previously, Mattingly directed strategy and growth in advisory annuity distribution, collaborating closely with registered investment advisors and fee-based advisors to enhance Nationwide’s market position.

These leadership transitions follow Nationwide’s acquisition of Allstate Benefits’ group health businesses in July 2025, expanding their self-funded and stop loss offerings. This acquisition enhanced Nationwide’s competitive edge in the stop loss sector, enriched by a diverse Group Benefits portfolio that includes Nationwide Pet and Specialty Insurance.

Raible and Carrier, with over 25 years of experience in financial services and annuities, will leverage their expertise to drive strategic growth and adaptability in fluctuating markets. Raible will lead both the advisory and Specialized Annuity Distribution teams, focusing on commission- and fee-based annuity products. Carrier, continuing as head of the brokerage annuity distribution, will extend annuities to brokers, banks, and independent broker-dealers, ensuring a broad market reach.