Prudential Financial Appoints Brad Hearn as President and CEO of Prudential Holdings of Japan

Strategic Insights -

Prudential Financial, Inc. has announced the appointment of Brad Hearn as the next president and chief executive officer of Prudential Holdings of Japan (PHJ), effective October 10. Hearn, with over 30 years of strategic operations leadership experience in the financial services industry, will succeed Motofusa Hamada, who will serve as an advisor through the end of the year. Hearn brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as chief operating officer for Prudential's Japan operations and president of Prudential Advisors, Prudential's U.S. retail and advice business.

Key Takeaways:

  • Brad Hearn, a 30-year industry veteran, has been appointed as the next president and CEO of Prudential Holdings of Japan, effective October 10.
  • Hearn succeeds Motofusa Hamada, who will serve as an advisor through the end of the year to ensure a smooth leadership transition.
  • Hearn brings significant experience, having previously served as chief operating officer for Prudential's Japan operations and president of Prudential Advisors, a U.S. retail and advice business with nearly 3,000 financial advisors.
  • Prior to joining Prudential in 2018, Hearn served as executive vice president of Business Consulting for the Independent Advisor Services unit of LPL Financial.
  • Hearn will focus on driving growth across PHJ's operations and working with the talented team to implement the company's strategy forward for customers and communities.
  • Andy Sullivan, Prudential Financial's CEO, expressed confidence in Hearn's leadership and ability to drive growth across PHJ's operations.

Statistics:

  • Nearly 3,000 financial advisors provide holistic advice and solutions to clients through risk management, retirement income, and goals-based investing within Prudential Advisors.
  • Brad Hearn has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, with a strong background in strategic operations leadership.
  • Prudential Holdings of Japan serves as a key operation for Prudential Financial, Inc. in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Brad Hearn's appointment is effective October 10, ensuring a smooth transition of leadership within PHJ.

Sources:

  • "Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) announced today that it has appointed Brad Hearn as the next president and chief executive officer of Prudential Holdings of Japan (PHJ)." [1]
  • "Hearn, who previously served as chief operating officer for Prudential's Japan operations, will succeed Motofusa Hamada." [1]
  • "Prior to this role and his move to Tokyo, Hearn was president of Prudential Advisors, Prudential's U.S. retail and advice business." [1]
  • "Prior to joining Prudential in 2018, Hearn served as executive vice president of Business Consulting for the Independent Advisor Services unit of LPL Financial." [1]