Bill Bell Named Chief Product Officer of Penn Mutual

Appointment elevates product strategy within Penn Mutual’s enterprise leadership

Bill Bell

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company (Penn Mutual) announces the promotion of Bill Bell to Chief Product Officer and a member of the company’s Enterprise Leadership Team.

In this role, Bell leads Penn Mutual’s integrated product organization, including product development and advanced sales. He is responsible for advancing product strategy, strengthening alignment of product and sales strategies, and helping deliver competitive life insurance solutions that meet the evolving needs of the individuals, families, and businesses we serve.

A Track Record Of Success

“Bill brings significant market expertise, proven leadership experience, and a track record of success,” said Dave O’Malley, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Penn Mutual. “Elevating product strategy within our enterprise leadership structure reflects our unwavering commitment to those who rely on our solutions for financial protection. Under Bill’s leadership, we will continue to strengthen the connection between product innovation and market strategy, enhancing our ability to deliver differentiated life insurance solutions to clients through the financial professionals who partner with us.”

Bell brings more than 20 years of experience in the life insurance and financial services industries. Prior to his appointment as Chief Product Officer, he served as Vice President of Advanced Sales at Penn Mutual. Throughout his career, Bell has focused on translating complex concepts into clear, actionable strategies and innovative solutions.

“I’m humbled by the opportunity to lead Penn Mutual’s integrated product organization and join the Enterprise Leadership Team,” said Bell. “Penn Mutual offers a robust portfolio of life insurance solutions designed to help individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most. Our focus remains on building upon the strength of our solutions to deliver meaningful financial protection.”

Bell holds a Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine University and earned a Bachelor of Science in History from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is a member of the California Bar Association.

About The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company

For more than 175 years, Penn Mutual has been a trusted partner to financial professionals across the U.S., placing protection solutions at the center of building stronger financial futures for individuals, families, and businesses. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of financial professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management, and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visit pennmutual.com.

© 2026 The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, Philadelphia, PA

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