Jackson Financial Promotes Chris Raub to Lead PPM America
Event summary
- Chris Raub appointed President and CEO of PPM America, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jackson Financial Inc.
- Raub brings 27 years of experience across PPM and Jackson, most recently as President of Jackson National Life Insurance Company.
- PPM America manages $93.73 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025.
- Raub's promotion follows a tenure as Chief Risk Officer of Jackson and Senior Managing Director at PPM.
The big picture
The promotion of Chris Raub to CEO of PPM America underscores Jackson Financial's commitment to internal leadership continuity in its institutional asset management arm. With $93.73 billion in AUM, PPM's role in managing Jackson's general account assets and institutional mandates positions it as a critical growth driver. Raub's appointment comes as the investment landscape faces increasing pressure for performance and transparency, highlighting the strategic importance of experienced leadership in navigating these challenges.
What we're watching
- Leadership Continuity
- How Raub's deep institutional knowledge will influence PPM's strategic direction amid evolving market conditions.
- Asset Growth
- Whether PPM can sustain its $93.73 billion AUM trajectory under new leadership.
- Innovation Focus
- The pace at which Raub drives innovation in investment performance and service delivery.
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