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One of Columbus-based Aflac’s top leaders is retiring. Here’s the plan.

Aflac is headquartered on Wynnton Road in Columbus.
Aflac is headquartered on Wynnton Road in Columbus.

One of Aflac’s top leaders plans to retire next year, the Columbus-based supplemental insurance company has announced.

Teresa White, president of Aflac U.S., is scheduled to retire March 31, 2023.

In the company’s news release, White is described as a veteran in the financial services industry with more than two decades of experience leading operations and driving revenue growth.

“Teresa has created a vision for Aflac U.S. and has been a steady force in the execution of the company’s long-term strategy,” the news release says.

Under her leadership, Aflac said, the company reshaped its internal processes to adapt to the changing dynamics of the marketplace, and expanded technology innovation with tools and solutions designed to support sales growth and to reimagine the customer experience. During her tenure, Aflac said, the company has realized record all-time annual new sales and record premium persistency.

“Teresa embodies Aflac’s culture at its best and is a shining example of compassionate and caring leadership combined with a deep understanding of our business and what it takes to deliver operational excellence and revenue growth,” Dan Amos, Aflac’s CEO and chairman, said in the news release “. . . The impact and depth of her contributions to our organization will remain with us for many years to come. We are immensely grateful to Teresa for her dedication, passion and resolve over the years and wish her nothing but the best in this next chapter.”

Teresa White
Teresa White Courtesy of Aflac

White’s awards include Forbes’ 50 Over 50: Investment for 2021, Savoy’s 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America and Black Enterprise’s Most Powerful Women in Corporate America.

“Serving as Aflac U.S. president has been the honor of a lifetime,” White said in the news release. “I have been extremely fortunate to work alongside most respected and innovative team in the industry, and I am grateful for all the ways they have enriched my life both personally and professionally. . . . Ultimately, I know our teams will continue driving our strategy with the same level of energy and commitment. I look forward to working with the leadership team to ensure a smooth transition.”

Aflac hasn’t announced White’s successor.

This story was originally published April 13, 2022 at 11:06 AM.

Mark Rice
Columbus Ledger-Enquirer
Mark Rice is the Ledger-Enquirer’s editor. He has been covering Columbus and the Chattahoochee Valley for more than 30 years. He welcomes your local news tips, feature story ideas, investigation suggestions and compelling questions.
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