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Pan‑American Life Unveils Bold New Rooftop Sign in Downtown New Orleans
United States
January 27, 2025
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New Orleans, LA – January 27, 2025 – Today, Pan‑American Life Insurance Group (PALIG), a leading provider of life, accident, and health insurance throughout the Americas and the fifth largest employer in New Orleans, proudly unveiled a striking new sign at their headquarters atop the landmark 28‑story Pan‑American Life Center located at 601 Poydras Street in the Central Business District. The sign, perched 322 feet above the city, symbolizes PALIG’s enduring commitment to its hometown in New Orleans.
Pan‑American Life executives and team members gather atop the historic Pan‑American Life Center to celebrate the unveiling of the new, iconic rooftop sign. Left to Right: Brenda Waller ‑ Office Services Representative, James Bull ‑ Office Services Representative, José S. Suquet ‑ Chairman of the Board & CEO, Steven Friedman‑ President Finance and Investment, CFO, Victoria Rajo ‑ Team Leader Customer Service, Ginger Guidry ‑ 2VP Global Facilities
“We are thrilled to display Pan‑American Life’s sign above our beloved New Orleans as a reflection of the loyalty and trust of valued policyholders, employees and community partners. PALIG’s legacy of success is intertwined with the vitality and spirit of New Orleans,” said José S. Suquet, Chairman of the Board and CEO. “The new rooftop sign is more than just a marker of our headquarters. It is a symbol of our continued success, particularly over the last 20 years when the company’s trajectory has been nothing short of exceptional with unprecedented revenue growth from $284 million to nearly $1.6 billion. And it is a bold declaration of our pride calling New Orleans home for the past 114 years and our unwavering commitment to fostering financial security and peace of mind for individuals, families and businesses.”
Standing 6.8 feet tall and spanning an impressive 75 feet in width, this new addition to the city’s skyline celebrates PALIG’s legacy of financial security, trust, and deep‑rooted dedication to the communities it serves.
"For nearly 115 years, Pan‑American Life has served as the gold standard for businesses and insurance providers here in New Orleans and across the Americas. It is an honor to partner with our anchor tenant on this iconic enhancement to the Pan‑American Life Center," said John Woodard, Vice President at Stirling, a full‑service commercial real estate company. "The new signage symbolizes our enduring partnership and mutual commitment to New Orleans. We are proud to collaborate with Pan‑American Life and to showcase a symbol of its rich history and influential presence in the heart of the Central Business District."
As the fifth largest employer in New Orleans, PALIG has long been a pillar of the local community. Beyond business, the company is committed to uplifting the city through ongoing support of nonprofit organizations in areas such as arts and culture, health, community development, education and programs serving Hispanic and Latino communities. PALIG occupies 65,885 square feet across several floors in Pan‑American Life Center, which serves as the company’s corporate headquarters.
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ABOUT PAN‑AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE GROUP
Pan‑American Life Insurance Group (PALIG), a leading provider of life, accident and health insurance throughout the Americas, has been delivering trusted financial services since 1911. The New Orleans‑based Group is comprised of more than thirty‑member companies, employs more than 2,200 worldwide and offers top‑rated individual and/or group life, accident and health insurance, employee benefits and financial services in 49 states, the District of Columbia (DC), Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. The Group has affiliates and branches in Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, and 13 Caribbean markets, including Barbados, Cayman Islands, Curacao and Trinidad and Tobago. For more information, visit the Pan‑American Life website at palig.com, follow us on Facebook @PanAmericanLife, Twitter @PanAmericanLife, Instagram @panamericanlife.latam, and connect with us on LinkedIn at Pan‑American Life Insurance Group.