Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi appointed CEO of Aegon the Netherlands

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Aegon has appointed Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi as the new CEO of Aegon the Netherlands, effective immediately, succeeding Maarten Edixhoven. Allegra, who joined Aegon in 2015, previously served as Chief Risk Officer and brings extensive experience from her career at McKinsey & Company and other firms. CEO Lard Friese expressed confidence in Allegra's leadership skills to drive the company's transformation. Meanwhile, CFO Matt Rider will oversee Risk Management until a new Chief Risk Officer is appointed.

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• Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi has extensive experience within Aegon and the financial services sector.
• Appointment aimed at enhancing leadership and business transformation in the Netherlands.

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• Transition period may create uncertainty in leadership until a new Chief Risk Officer is appointed.

Today, Aegon announced that Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi (1974) will succeed Maarten Edixhoven as CEO of Aegon the Netherlands and member of the Management Board of Aegon N.V, effective immediately.

Allegra joined Aegon at the end of 2015 and was appointed Chief Risk Officer and member of Aegon N.V.’s Management Board in 2016. Originally from Italy, Allegra’s career in financial services began in 1996 at McKinsey & Company, followed by the UK asset management company F&C Investments and Prudential plc.

“We are delighted to have someone of Allegra’s calibre and experience step up as the new CEO of Aegon the Netherlands,” says Lard Friese, CEO of Aegon N.V. “Allegra has shown to have the right combination of leadership skills and deep understanding of our business to lead the Dutch business in the next phase of its transformation.”

Commenting on her appointment, Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi says: “I am very grateful for the trust that has been placed in me. I look forward to joining our colleagues in the Netherlands in their efforts to make the Dutch business nimbler and even more customer-focused.”

The selection process to identify a new Chief Risk Officer for Aegon N.V. is underway. Until a successor is appointed, CFO Matt Rider will temporarily assume the responsibility for Risk Management on the Management Board.

About Aegon

Aegon’s roots go back more than 175 years – to the first half of the nineteenth century. Since then, Aegon has grown into an international company, with businesses in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Today, Aegon is one of the world’s leading financial services organizations, providing life insurance, pensions and asset management. Aegon’s purpose is to help people achieve a lifetime of financial security. More information on aegon.com.

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FAQ

Who is the new CEO of Aegon the Netherlands?

Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi has been appointed as the new CEO of Aegon the Netherlands.

When did Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi become CEO of Aegon the Netherlands?

Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi's appointment as CEO is effective immediately.

What role did Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi hold before becoming CEO?

Before becoming CEO, Allegra was the Chief Risk Officer of Aegon and a member of the Management Board.

Who did Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi succeed as CEO of Aegon the Netherlands?

Allegra van Hövell-Patrizi succeeded Maarten Edixhoven as CEO.

What is the next step for Aegon regarding Risk Management?

CFO Matt Rider will temporarily handle Risk Management responsibilities until a new Chief Risk Officer is appointed.