Brookfield Merger Finalized, New CEO Announced

The American Equity Investment Life Holding Company merger with Brookfield Reinsurance Company was completed as of May 2, 2024.

Along with this change was the announcement of our newly-appointed chief executive officer Jeff Lorenzen. 

Jeff is local to the Des Moines area and has more than 30 years of experience in the investment and life insurance industries. 

Jeff is a well-known face at American Equity since he joined the company in 2009 as chief investment officer and served in this role for 12 years.  

Prior to being named CEO, he served as executive vice president and chief risk officer and was named a member of the Life Company Board of Directors.

Jeff and the company’s leadership team value the importance of company culture with the belief that the people are the company’s greatest asset.