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Pan-American Life Insurance Group Names Ana Melissa Ramos Senior Vice President of Human Resources

NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG), a leading provider of life, accident, and health insurance throughout the Americas, today announced the promotion of Ana Melissa Ramos to Senior Vice President of Human Resources, effective April 1, 2026. In this role, Ramos will lead PALIG’s global Human Resources strategy and operations, reporting directly to José S. Suquet, Chairman of the Board and CEO.

Ramos succeeds Bryan Scofield, who will retire after 26 years of distinguished service with PALIG. Scofield will remain with the company in a part‑time advisory capacity to support the leadership transition and key strategic initiatives.

Since joining PALIG in 2016, Ramos has played a pivotal role in transforming PALIG’s Human Resources function into a strategic business partner. She has strengthened the company’s people strategy, modernized talent management practices, and built a high-performing team supporting operations across Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States.

Before joining PALIG, Ramos built a distinguished international Human Resources career at Copa Airlines and Nestlé, holding senior strategic roles across Latin America, Europe, and the United States. Her experience spans leadership development, succession planning, performance management, and large-scale cultural transformation. Ramos holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Kansas and a Master’s degree in Human Resources from Madrid, Spain.

“Ana Melissa has been a driving force behind the evolution of our Human Resources strategy and a trusted partner to leaders across our organization,” said José S. Suquet, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Pan-American Life Insurance Group. “Her global perspective, sound strategic judgment, and deep commitment to our people position her exceptionally well prepared to continue strengthening our culture and advancing our mission to protect lives and build trust across the Americas. We are grateful for Bryan’s many years of service and leadership, and we are confident that Ana Melissa will continue to support PALIG’s long-term growth.”

Ramos will remain based in Panama and will travel regularly to PALIG’s headquarters in New Orleans and to other key markets across the region.

About Pan-American Life Insurance Group

Founded in 1911 and headquartered in New Orleans, Pan‑American Life Insurance Group (PALIG) provides life, accident, and health insurance to more than 7.1 million customers across the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Operating in 22 countries with more than 2,200 employees, PALIG holds a Financial Strength Rating of A (Strong) from Fitch Ratings and A (Excellent) from AM Best. PALIG delivers trusted financial protection and lifelong well‑being. Learn more about how they are people you can trust for life at palig.com.

Contacts

Marta C. Reeves
Pan-American Life Insurance Group
MReeves@palig.com

Isabel Abislaiman
FleishmanHillard
isabel.abislaiman@omc.com

Pan-American Life Insurance Group


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Contacts

Marta C. Reeves
Pan-American Life Insurance Group
MReeves@palig.com

Isabel Abislaiman
FleishmanHillard
isabel.abislaiman@omc.com

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