Dan Houston is the retired Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Principal Financial Group, a global financial services company headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. Over a career spanning four decades at the organization, Houston rose from an entry-level position in 1984 to the company's top leadership role, serving as Chairman, President, and CEO from 2015 to 2024 and subsequently as Executive Chairman through 2025. Under his leadership, Principal Financial Group expanded its global reach and strengthened its position as a leading provider of retirement, insurance, and asset management services. His progressive career included roles as Senior Vice President of Pension, President of Retirement and Investor Services, and President and Chief Operating Officer. Houston is a graduate of Iowa State University's Ivy College of Business and is known for his commitment to financial inclusion, community investment, and corporate responsibility. He has served on numerous boards and is recognized as a prominent voice in the financial services industry.
