The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company Appoints Paul C. Jeffers, Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer

HORSHAM, Pa., Jan. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, a more than 165-year-old company, is pleased to announce that its Board of Trustees has approved the appointment of Paul C. Jeffers as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer.

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Jeffers will be responsible for defining and implementing human resources strategies and programs that are aligned with Penn Mutual's culture and values as the company continues to advance its long-term strategy.

"We are pleased to welcome Paul as Chief Human Resources Officer. He shares the same values-driven, relationship-based approach to conducting business that has always been central to Penn Mutual," said Eileen C. McDonnell, President and Chief Executive Officer. "I am confident that he will provide valuable counsel across our company as we continue to deliver the complete value of life insurance and help people achieve all their possibilities."

Jeffers comes to Penn Mutual with a strong background in human resources leadership, most recently as Vice President, Human Resources, with PHH Corp. in Mt. Laurel, N.J. Prior to that, Paul was Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Advanta, Corp., in Spring House, Pa., supporting Advanta's domestic and international businesses, improving efficiencies and driving service excellence.

Paul was also Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer with SunGard Data Systems, Inc., in Wayne, Pa. At SunGard, Paul had global responsibility for human resources activities for more than 16,000 employees. He also held human resources leadership positions with First USA, in Wilmington, Del., and Ernst & Young LLP in Philadelphia.

Jeffers received a B.S. in Business Administration from LaSalle University and an M.S. in Human Resources Management from Widener University.  He resides in Collegeville, Pa.  

About The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
Since 1847, Penn Mutual has been driven by our noble purpose to create a world of possibilities. At the heart of this purpose is the belief that life insurance is the most protective, responsible and rewarding action a person can take, and is central to a sound financial plan. The company is committed to helping families unlock life's possibilities through life insurance and annuity solutions. This is accomplished through a national network of financial professionals, who help clients make great things possible. Penn Mutual supports its field representatives with brokerage services through Hornor, Townsend & Kent, Inc. Registered Investment Advisor and wholly owned subsidiary. Member FINRA/SIPC. Visit Penn Mutual on the Internet at http://www.pennmutual.com/.

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