Adrian Grace steps down as Aegon CEO

Eight years as boss

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Long-serving CEO of Aegon UK Adrian Grace will be replaced by Mike Holliday-Williams on 1 October

Grace's replacement has joined from Direct Line Group, where he was managing director of Personal Lines.  Grace became CEO of what was broadly a pensions company back in 2011 and has overseen its transformation into an investment platform and pensions business. Aegon said he would step down to retire.   Alex Wynaendts, CEO of the wider Aegon company, said: "Mike's appointment signals Aegon's continuing commitment to build on the strong foundation of our UK business. Mike brings extensive experience in the financial industry and a strong track record in focusing on customer solution...

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