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Wed, July 20, 2011
Tue, July 19, 2011 SymetraGeneral Counsel George Pagos Announces Retirement after 35 Years
BELLEVUE, Wash.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--Symetra Financial Corporation (NYSE:SYA) today announced that George Pagos, senior vice president, general counsel and secretary, plans to retire on Sept. 30, 2011 following more than 35 years of service.
"Over the past three and a half decades, our company has benefitted from Georgea™s wise legal counsel and sound business judgment"
Pagos joined the companya™s legal department in 1976. He was named associate general counsel in 1985 and was promoted to vice president in 1995. When Symetra Financial became an independent entity in 2004, Pagos was appointed general counsel and secretary, responsible for the companya™s legal and government affairs functions.
Throughout his career, Pagos has been a leading force behind Symetraa™s major corporate initiatives, including its transition from a life insurance subsidiary to a standalone company and its 2010 initial public offering.
aOver the past three and a half decades, our company has benefitted from Georgea™s wise legal counsel and sound business judgment,a said Tom Marra, president and chief executive officer of Symetra Financial. aGeorge is known for his professionalism and integrity, and he leaves a legacy that we will honor each day with continued adherence to high ethical standards in our business practices.a
Symetra is currently conducting a nationwide search for a new chief legal officer. Pagos will stay on until September to ensure a smooth transition to new leadership.
About Symetra Financial
Symetra Financial Corporation (NYSE:SYA) is a diversified financial services company based in Bellevue, Wash. In business since 1957, Symetra provides employee benefits, annuities and life insurance through a national network of benefit consultants, financial institutions, and independent agents and advisors. For more information, visit [ www.symetra.com ].
