Craig Hawley

About Craig Hawley

I’ve spent the vast majority of my career, spanning more than 30 years, in the financial services industry. While my journey began in the practice of law, over time, I accepted increased responsibility over other functional areas such as compliance, audit, human resources, operations, sales, distribution and P&L management. This diverse background and experience prepared me for my current role as President and COO of Nationwide Financial. The honorable purpose of our industry is what drives me. Americans are increasingly responsible for their own financial well-being and retirement readiness—yet many are unprepared for the challenges ahead. I’m passionate about delivering innovative, high-value solutions that help bridge this gap and empower individuals to achieve a dignified retirement. And the need has never been greater. More Americans are turning 65 than ever before, and they’re living longer. In fact, the number of people living to 100 is expected to quadruple over the next 30 years. Helping people prepare for this reality is what fuels me every day.I also believe deeply in giving back—to the community and to the people and institutions that have impacted my life. I am a member of the University of Louisville College of Business Board of Advisors, Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) Board of Directors and the LIMRA Annuity Advisory Board. I also proudly served as Nationwide’s executive sponsor for Pelotonia.The University of Louisville will always be special to me. I played basketball there from 19••••90 and graduated with degrees in Business (1990) and Law (1993) during my time as a Cardinal.

Experience

1. President and COO, Nationwide Financial

   Nationwide

   Sep 2025 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Oversee Nationwide’s diverse portfolio of financial services businesses—including annuity, life insurance (individual, business and corporate-owned), mutual funds, retirement solutions, employer stop loss, pension risk transfer, securities-backed lending and pet insurance—with a focus on delivering innovative income and protection solutions to help individuals and businesses achieve their financial planning goals.Endorsements and recommendations received from my Connections were not solicited and they did not receive any form of compensation.

Education

• University of Louisville

  Juris Doctor, Business, Law

  1986 — 1993

Skills

• Asset Managment
• Capital Markets
• Portfolio Management
• Fixed Annuities
• Corporate Finance
• Wealth Management
• Fixed Income
• Asset Management
• Series 63
• Mutual Funds
• Asset Allocation
• Risk Management
• Investments
• Due Diligence
• Hedge Funds
• Investment Advisory
• Alternative Investments
• Series 6
• Insurance
• Retirement Planning
• Securities Regulation
• Securities
• Financial Advisory
• Mergers & Acquisitions