MetLife Adds Ex-Marsh CEO Dan Glaser, Russell Investments’ Michelle Seitz to Board
MetLife elected Dan Glaser, former Marsh McLennan CEO, and Michelle Seitz, ex-Russell Investments chair and CEO, to its board effective immediately. The appointments bolster leadership expertise to support MetLife’s New Frontier strategy with over 40 years of insurance and 30 years of investment management experience, respectively.
1. Board Appointments Announced
MetLife’s board unanimously elected Dan Glaser and Michelle Seitz, effective immediately, expanding its leadership with two seasoned executives. The move aligns with MetLife’s New Frontier strategy aimed at driving growth and innovation across its global insurance and asset management operations.
2. Dan Glaser’s Career
Dan Glaser brings over 40 years of insurance industry leadership, including a decade as president and CEO of Marsh McLennan and senior roles at Willis Risk Solutions and AIG. He also chaired the U.S. Federal Advisory Committee on Insurance and currently serves as an operating partner at CD&R.
3. Michelle Seitz’s Background
Michelle Seitz offers more than 30 years of investment management expertise, having served as chair and CEO of Russell Investments and CEO of William Blair. She founded MeydenVest Partners LLC and holds independent directorships at MSCI Inc. and Sana Biotechnology.
4. Strategic Rationale
MetLife’s chairman highlighted that Glaser’s global insurance insight and Seitz’s investment management track record provide critical guidance for long-term shareholder value. The additions are expected to enhance board oversight and support execution of MetLife’s growth initiatives.