Vietnam, July 6, 2016 – MetLife announced today the appointment of Gaurav Sharma as Country CEO (General Director) for its Vietnam business, BIDV MetLife Life Insurance Limited Liability Company (“BIDV MetLife”). Mr. Sharma will be based in Hanoi, Vietnam and will report to the Board of Members of BIDV MetLife and also to Dr. Nirmala Menon, Head of Designated Markets and Health, Asia. The appointment is subject to regulatory approval.

Mr. Sharma began his career at MetLife in May 2007 and has been employed in a number of senior roles at PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited. Mr. Sharma recently served as the Vice President and Head of Operations for the Designated Markets region and had direct responsibility for the operational set up of the Vietnam business.

Commenting on the appointment, Dr. Nirmala Menon, Head of Designated Markets and Health, Asia said: “I am delighted Gaurav has decided to take the role of country CEO. With more than 20 years in the industry, he has built a reputation for operational discipline, strong leadership, and consistent delivery against commitments. Gaurav is well positioned to leverage the combined strengths of MetLife and BIDV to capture the growth opportunities we see in Vietnam as we look to bolster the provision of insurance products and services to meet the rising demand.” 

Mr. Sharma holds a Master’s in Business Law (National Law School of India) and is a Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI). He has also completed the prestigious Advanced Management Program from Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore.

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Ashia Razzaq, Head of Business Communications, Asia

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