David Levenson has been named the next president and CEO of LL Global, the parent company of life insurance and financial services companies LIMRA and LOMA. Levenson succeeds Robert Kerzner, who is retiring after 14 years in the position.

Levenson is a principal at Edward Jones and has been a member of the management committee since 2015. Previously, Levenson worked at The Hartford Financial Services Group as president of wealth management. He was also president and CEO of Hartford Life Insurance K.K. in Tokyo, Japan.

“Dave is a hands-on leader with a consistent record of delivering solid top and bottom-line results. I am confident he will be a strong leader and advocate for LIMRA and LOMA, ensuring the organization continues to exceed our members’ expectations,” Kerzner said in a statement.