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Eli Manning applauds 'elite' acts of community service at Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

While visiting a rural medical clinic in Mexico in 2008, Emily Kladar and her sister saw pictures of kids who would die without heart operations. “We felt if we didn’t help them, no one else would,” says Emily, 12, of Hayden Lake, Idaho. (more)

Prudential jumps into top 10 on 'Top 50 Companies for Diversity' list

Prudential has earned a top spot on DiversityInc magazine's “Top 50 Companies for Diversity" list, breaking into the top 10 at No. 9. Last year, Prudential ranked 16th on the list. Prudential is one of only a few companies that have been on the list every year since it began in 2001. The magazine recognized Prudential for showing leadership in diversity in many ways, including community outreach, talent development and recruiting through its Business Resource Groups. (more)

'Operation Hire a Jersey Hero' symposium focused on connecting employers with Veterans

In April, Acting New Jersey Gov. Kim Guadagno joined state administration officials and businesses leaders at Prudential's headquarters to launch "Operation Hire a Jersey Hero." The symposium focused on promoting job opportunities for Veterans by connecting employers with available New Jersey State resources. More than 100 employers actively interested in hiring New Jersey Veterans participated. (more)

Prudential Financial is No. 1 in FORTUNE® magazine’s 2012 World’s Most Admired Companies ranking in the Insurance: Life and Health category

FORTUNE® magazine announced its 2012 World's Most Admired Companies® list this week, and Prudential earned the No. 1 spot in the Insurance: Life and Health category. "We have been steadily climbing up the ranks—from No. 4 in 2009 to No. 1 this year," says Bob DeFillippo, chief communications officer, Prudential Financial. "It's gratifying to be recognized for this important distinction and to be ranked first in our industry on the Most Admired Companies list." (more)

THOUGHT LEADER OF THE WEEK: EBONY THOMAS
For recent college graduates, 'listening' is the first step in a successful career

For many recent college graduates, finding a job is their top priority. And according to Ebony Thomas, director of diversity and campus recruiting for Prudential, once they land their first job, they need to learn fresh skills beyond what they were taught in the classroom. (more)

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16 May 2012

Prudential Financial, Inc. to Hold 2012 New York Investor Day; Live Webcast Available

NEWARK, N.J., May 16, 2012 - Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE:PRU) will hold its New York conference for institutional investors and analysts on Tuesday, May 22, 2012. On that date beginning at 1:00 p.m., the general public is invited to view a live webcast and presentation materials on the Investor Relations website at www.investor.prudential.com. A replay of the webcast will be available through June 4, 2012.

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15 May 2012

Prudential Financial hosts inaugural Peak Leadership Conference

NEWARK, N.J., May 15, 2012 - This month, Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE: PRU] is hosting the Prudential Peak Leadership Conference, an interactive leadership program designed to provide a diverse group of first and second year college students with early exposure to career opportunities in the financial services industry. The inaugural event, which will be held May 15 – 17 at Prudential’s global headquarters in Newark, NJ, is part of the company’s increased commitment to creating a diverse pipeline of talent.

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15 May 2012

Prudential supports the efforts of the U.S. Departments of Labor, Treasury to enhance retirement security

Jamie Kalamarides, senior vice president of Institutional Investment Solutions for Prudential Retirement, and a nationally recognized expert on retirement trends, is available for comment about the U.S. Labor and Treasury Departments' executive actions to enhance retirement security for millions of Americans. (more)

10 May 2012

Prudential general counsel Susan Blount recognized as one of the 21 Leaders for the 21st Century

NEWARK, N.J., May 10, 2012 - Susan Blount, senior vice president and general counsel at Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE:PRU], has been named one of the “21 Leaders for the 21st Century” by Women’s eNews for her pioneering work to increase diversity and inclusion in the law profession.

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09 May 2012

Prudential Financial, Inc. to Host Financial Strength Symposium for Fixed Income Analysts and Investors; Live Webcast Available

NEWARK, N.J., May 09, 2012 - Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU) will hold a symposium for fixed income analysts and investors in New York on Thursday, May 24, 2012, at which members of the senior management team will discuss Prudential’s businesses, strategies and financial position. The symposium will begin at 8:30 a.m. (ET) and is expected to conclude at noon. (more)

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