Prudential has appointed Mr Patrick van Heerde as chief partnership distribution officer, effective 4 November. In his new role, he will spearhead Prudential's bancassurance businesses across its 24 markets in Asia and Africa.
Mr van Heerde brings more than 20 years of financial services experience. Prior to his new role, he worked with HSBC Life, AIA in Thailand and Manulife Asia in Thailand and Indonesia.
Mr van Heerde succeeds Mr Anthony Shaw.