The Hartford Names New National Sales Manager for 401(k) Sales

September 25, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. has appointed J. Michael Shamburger as national sales manager for corporate retirement programs in its Retirement Plans Group (RPG).

In this role, Shamburger is responsible for sales of 401(k) defined contribution plans and for maintaining relationships with third-party administrators (TPAs).

“The Hartford views the 401(k) market as a significant growth opportunity; Mike is being counted on to help make that happen,” said Jamie Ohl, senior vice president and director of RPG. “Our sales force, under Mike’s guidance, delivers expert support, provides flexible solutions and earns the trust of our clients every day.”

He was most recently divisional vice president of the southern division, after joining The Hartford in 2004 as regional sales director. Before joining The Hartford, Shamburger served as a vice president of institutional sales for Trusco Capital Management and previously was in sales with Great West Life.

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