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F&G Annuities & Life Announces Appointment of John Currier to President

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Montag, Mai 13, 2024

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. (NYSE: FG) (F&G or the Company) a leading provider of insurance solutions serving retail annuity and life customers and institutional clients, today announced the appointment of John Currier to the position of President, continuing to report to Chris Blunt, Chief Executive Officer.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. (NYSE: FG) (F&G or the Company) a leading provider of insurance solutions serving retail annuity and life customers and institutional clients, today announced the appointment of John Currier to the position of President, continuing to report to Chris Blunt, Chief Executive Officer.
  • In addition to his role as President of F&G, Mr. Currier will continue to have responsibility for the Retail Markets business unit.
  • Prior to his appointment to President of F&G, Mr. Currier served as President of Retail Markets since February 2021 and was responsible for the Retail business unit's sales, operations, marketing, new business profitability and inforce management.
  • Mr. Currier is a seasoned executive in the insurance industry with more than 30 years of experience.

Finseca's 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

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Dienstag, März 19, 2024

"We are thrilled to announce this year's Hall of Fame class," said Bonnie Godsman, Finseca's President.

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  • "We are thrilled to announce this year's Hall of Fame class," said Bonnie Godsman, Finseca's President.
  • Finseca's Hall of Fame Award is regarded as the highest honor bestowed upon distinguished insurance and financial security leaders.
  • Nominees were evaluated by the Hall of Fame Selection Committee, which assessed each nominee's history and accomplishments in four categories:
    Advancing the art and science of agency/firm building.
  • For more information about the Finseca Hall of Fame Awards and this year's inductees, please visit finseca.org/communities/leadership-awardees.

FBLA Brings Collegiate Career Connections Conference to Des Moines

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Mittwoch, Oktober 25, 2023

Reston, Virginia, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting the first of two annual Career Connections Conferences in Des Moines, Iowa from October 26 to 28.

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  • Reston, Virginia, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting the first of two annual Career Connections Conferences in Des Moines, Iowa from October 26 to 28.
  • “Des Moines is a rich and vibrant community perfect for those looking to expand their career prospects in the Midwest, with Forbes rating it the #1 city for young professionals, ” said Iowa FBLA Executive Director Kent Storm.
  • “As FBLA continues to reinvest in our Collegiate division, we are proud to bring this fantastic opportunity for workforce development to students in the heartland of America,” FBLA President & CEO Alexander T. Graham said.
  • FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

North American Company Announces New Goldman Sachs Index

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Dienstag, August 29, 2023

Today North American Company for Life and Health Insurance® , a member company of Sammons® Financial Group , announced a new crediting index sponsored by Goldman Sachs.

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  • Today North American Company for Life and Health Insurance® , a member company of Sammons® Financial Group , announced a new crediting index sponsored by Goldman Sachs.
  • The Goldman Sachs Equity TimeX Index (the “Index”) offers exposure to the equity market while providing greater option-cost stability through volatility control and an excess return structure.
  • “We’re thrilled to offer the Goldman Sachs Index as a unique option for customers.”
    The Goldman Sachs Equity TimeX Index is available on select fixed index annuities (FIAs) with Annual- and Two-Year Participation Rate crediting methods, including:
    NAC VersaChoice℠ , North American’s top-selling annuity product, is a modified single premium FIA offering accumulation potential while maintaining access to funds when they may be needed most.
  • “Goldman Sachs is pleased the Goldman Sachs Equity TimeX Index will be made available to North American customers, and we are excited about working with their team,” said Pratik Pareek, Head of Insurance Equity Derivative Sales at Goldman Sachs.

Sammons® Financial Group, Inc. Creates New Role Aligning Business and Technology Operations

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Mittwoch, Juli 19, 2023

Sammons Financial Group has named Aaron Witt to a new position as vice president and Chief Digital and Data Officer.

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  • Sammons Financial Group has named Aaron Witt to a new position as vice president and Chief Digital and Data Officer.
  • The appointment will focus on bringing business, technology, and operations closely together to transform agent and customer experiences.
  • As vice president, Chief Digital and Data Officer, Witt will oversee the seamless integration of technology for the life insurance and annuity product lines.
  • Witt will report directly to Teri Ross, president, Sammons Financial Group’s Shared Services business line.

Lincoln Financial Group enhances Retail Solutions leadership team to strengthen alignment, collaboration across Life and Annuity businesses

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Donnerstag, Juni 29, 2023

Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) announced several enhancements to its Retail Solutions organization's leadership team, further strengthening alignment between Lincoln's Life and Annuity businesses.

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  • Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) announced several enhancements to its Retail Solutions organization's leadership team, further strengthening alignment between Lincoln's Life and Annuity businesses.
  • Stephen Turer has been promoted to Head of Insurance Solutions, overseeing Lincoln’s Life, MoneyGuard® and Annuity product lines.
  • He now oversees the development and management of all retail insurance products, profitability, strategy and alignment with the broader Retail Solutions business.
  • Most recently, he served as senior vice president and Head of Annuity Solutions , leading Lincoln’s annuity business capabilities and strategy.

The Future of Control: North American Company Launches New Fixed Index Annuity

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Dienstag, Mai 2, 2023

Today North American Company for Life and Health Insurance® , a member company of Sammons® Financial Group , launched the NAC Control.

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  • Today North American Company for Life and Health Insurance® , a member company of Sammons® Financial Group , launched the NAC Control.
  • X is a single-premium, deferred fixed index annuity with optional Total Control rider1 allowing customers more control over their annuity growth and income timeline.
  • Customers can activate an amount of income when they need it without giving up future potential income flexibility or growth.
  • X offers customers certainty in an uncertain future and allows them the ability to control their own unique retirement plan.

Lexasure Financial Group, a Leading Provider of Reinsurance and Digital Insurance Products, Signed Business Combination Agreement to Go Public via Combination with Capitalworks Emerging Markets Acquisition Corp. (CEMAC)

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Mittwoch, März 1, 2023

Lexasure enables local direct insurers to compete across emerging Asia through innovative product solutions designed to empower insurers, companies, and individuals to manage risk more effectively and accelerate their growth.

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  • Lexasure enables local direct insurers to compete across emerging Asia through innovative product solutions designed to empower insurers, companies, and individuals to manage risk more effectively and accelerate their growth.
  • Lexasure is led by a senior leadership team comprised of insurance veterans and technology leaders with over 150 years of combined industry experience.
  • “Its rapid growth of revenue and profitability is supported by expanding its traditional business lines and pioneering a cloud-based B2B2C platform.
  • ARC Group is acting as a financial advisor to Lexasure.

Nassau Financial Group Launches Nassau Bonus Annuity℠

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Donnerstag, Februar 9, 2023

Nassau Financial Group (“Nassau”) today introduced a new bonus fixed indexed annuity (“FIA”) to its product portfolio, Nassau Bonus AnnuitySM.

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  • Nassau Financial Group (“Nassau”) today introduced a new bonus fixed indexed annuity (“FIA”) to its product portfolio, Nassau Bonus AnnuitySM.
  • Issued by Nassau Life and Annuity Company, this latest offering is a single premium accumulation-focused fixed indexed annuity with a premium bonus and guaranteed lifetime withdrawal benefit options.
  • “The launch of Nassau Bonus Annuity enhances our fixed annuities product suite, enabling Nassau to access the growing bonus FIA market,” said Phil Gass, Chairman and CEO of Nassau Financial Group.
  • Features include:
    Up-front Premium Bonus – Boost retirement savings with up to 10% bonus immediately added to the initial premium, which then can grow as part of the contract value1
    To learn more about Nassau Bonus Annuity and other Nassau offerings, visit the company’s website .

Insights on the Livestock Insurance Global Market to 2031 - Surge in Number of Diseases in Livestock Animals Drives Growth

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Dienstag, Januar 17, 2023

Surge in number of diseases in livestock animals including flu, ringworms, fever and others, has led to rise in purchase of livestock insurance among farmers and livestock owners.

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  • Surge in number of diseases in livestock animals including flu, ringworms, fever and others, has led to rise in purchase of livestock insurance among farmers and livestock owners.
  • However, many small scale farmers in rural areas cannot afford livestock insurance, due to high rate of premiums, which is a major drawback for the livestock insurance market.
  • This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the livestock insurance market analysis from 2021 to 2031 to identify the prevailing livestock insurance market opportunities.
  • The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global livestock insurance market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.