ST. LOUIS (March 27, 2008) - Penn Mutual's Gateway Region received the 2007 Life and Annuity Premium Growth Award, which recognizes the region with the highest percent growth based on production from the previous year.  Larry VandeVen, CLU, FLMI, regional vice president, accepted the honor during the 2008 Leaders Conference in Kauai, Hawaii.

Founded in 1847, Penn Mutual is the nation's second oldest mutual life insurer. The company provides life insurance and annuity products through a national network of producers and financial advisors who help clients meet their financial needs with confidence.  Penn Mutual's Gateway office is located in St. Louis where it oversees the facilitation of services, products and recruitment of independent producers throughout Missouri, Kansas and Colorado.  The company's national headquarters are located in Horsham, Pa.

 
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