Ameritas announces newly promoted officers – April 2026

April 27, 2026 |read icon 4 min read

LINCOLN, Nebraska – Ameritas Chief Executive Officer Bob Jurgensmeier announces the following officer promotions.

April BehrendApril Behrend is the new vice president, actuarial, individual. She was previously actuarial director, individual. Behrend holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and actuarial science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She is a fellow of the Society of Actuaries and a member of the American Academy of Actuaries. Behrend has been an Ameritas associate for nine years.

Michelle PetersenMichelle Peterson is the new second vice president, sales support and operations, group. She was previously director, account and client management, group. Peterson has been an associate at Ameritas for 13 years. 

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About Ameritas

Ameritas is a marketing name for Ameritas Mutual Holding Company and its affiliated subsidiary companies, including Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. and Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. of New York. Founded in 1887, Ameritas offers a wide range of insurance and financial products and services to individuals, families and businesses. These products and services include life insurance; annuities; individual disability income insurance; group dental, vision and hearing care insurance; retirement plans; investments; asset management; and public finance. Securities offered through affiliate Ameritas Investment Company LLC., member FINRA/SIPC and investment advisory services offered through the business name of Ameritas Advisory Services.

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