45 Pacific Life has announced the appointment of Laura Cushing as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Reporting to President and CEO Darryl Button, Cushing will join the company’s management committee, overseeing all aspects of Pacific Life’s global Human Resources organization and strategy, including talent management, leadership development, and compensation and benefits. Bringing a wealth of experience from Silicon Valley Bank, Loews Corporation, and over two decades at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Cushing has held senior leadership roles, including heading talent management and organizational development. Her strategic approach has been instrumental in driving engagement, innovation, and overall success across organizations. Darryl Button expressed confidence in Cushing’s ability to foster a culture that attracts, retains, and develops top-tier talent, citing her deep understanding of organizational culture and her track record in leading, building, and transforming teams. Cushing’s appointment reflects Pacific Life’s commitment to enhancing its human resources function to support the company’s continued growth and success. You Might Be Interested In Guardian Introduces Guardian Market Perform to Bolster Retirement Annuity Portfolio Southpark creator’s Deepfake company ‘Deep Voodoo’ raised $20 Million Carl Mellander, CFO of Ericsson to step down in early 2024 Senators aim to protect small businesses from foreign IP theft Stocks concluded the session with gains as prospects of a Federal Reserve pause improved Rise of Multi-Manager Hedge Funds Sparks Fierce Talent Bidding War, Raising Concerns in the Industry