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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Oct. 31, 2025)

NAIC Announces Interim CEO

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) announced today that Gary Anderson departed his position as the organization’s chief executive officer to pursue other professional endeavors effective Oct. 29, 2025.

NAIC Chief Regulatory Affairs Officer Jeff Johnston will serve as interim CEO effective immediately. As the NAIC continues its mission of supporting the U.S. state-based insurance regulatory system, Johnston brings more than 25 years of experience at the NAIC to the interim role.

The NAIC thanks Anderson for his commitment and service to the organization. 

About the National Association of Insurance Commissioners

As part of our state-based system of insurance regulation in the United States, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) provides expertise, data, and analysis for insurance commissioners to effectively regulate the industry and protect consumers. The U.S. standard-setting organization is governed by the chief insurance regulators from the 50 states, the District of Columbia and five U.S. territories. Through the NAIC, state insurance regulators establish standards and best practices, conduct peer reviews, and coordinate regulatory oversight. NAIC staff supports these efforts and represents the collective views of state regulators domestically and internationally.