In her new role, Ramirez will be responsible for directing public policy advocacy initiatives for the company. She will also be responsible for leading cross-company coordination of government relations activities while reviewing proposed federal, state and insurance department legislation and rule making initiatives. Ramirez will report to Allianz Life general counsel, Gretchen Cepek.

Prior to joining Allianz Life, Ramirez worked for The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. where she served as government affairs counsel. She was responsible for legislative and regulatory advocacy in eight states, including Minnesota and supported the company’s life insurance, annuity, and property and casualty insurance businesses.

Commenting on the appointment, Allianz Life general counsel, Gretchen Cepek, said: "I am excited to have Ramirez join our experienced government relations team at Allianz Life. She brings deep insurance industry knowledge to this important leadership role.

"Ramirez’s leadership will help us continue strengthening the relationships we have built with regulators and legislators at the state and federal levels," Cepek added.

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