National Life Group

Surge Ventures Expands Board of Advisors with the Addition of Nimesh Mehta, Joseph Kuo, Brian Johnson and Ann Robinson

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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MENLO PARK, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Surge Ventures (Surge), a new SaaS venture studio initially targeting the financial services and wealth management industry, announced the expansion of its advisory board comprised of wealth management and FinTech industry executives to help guide the firm as it continues its journey to find, fund and nurture the leading technologies of tomorrow. New Board members are Nimesh Mehta, Joseph Kuo, Brian Johnson and Ann Robinson. They join current members, Jason Lish (Chairman), Dr. Neil Daswani, John Rostern, Larry Roth, Matthew Martin, Geoff Moore.

Key Points: 
  • New Board members are Nimesh Mehta, Joseph Kuo, Brian Johnson and Ann Robinson.
  • Surge has established a strong Industry Council comprised of seasoned executives and influencers from across the FinTech and wealth management sectors.
  • The new Board members will add their voices as strategic counselors to Surge's leadership, as the firm executes its vision and growth plans.
  • "I am extremely excited to welcome Nimesh, Joe, Brian and Ann to the Surge Ventures Industry Council," said Lish.

National Life Group and NTT DATA Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership and Extend Strategic Relationship for 5 More Years

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Friday, November 3, 2023
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This extension of 20 years of partnership continues National Life’s digital transformation encompassing people, processes and technology across the Application, Data, Infrastructure and Security ecosystem.

Key Points: 
  • This extension of 20 years of partnership continues National Life’s digital transformation encompassing people, processes and technology across the Application, Data, Infrastructure and Security ecosystem.
  • National Life and NTT DATA celebrated the 20-year anniversary of their strategic partnership with an event in Montpelier, Vermont with National Life Group Chairman, CEO and President Mehran Assadi and NTT DATA Services CEO Bob Pryor.
  • “For the past two decades, National Life Group and NTT DATA have joined forces to provide unparalleled service to our customers,” Assadi said.
  • In a statement, Bob Pryor, lauded the enduring partnership: “National Life Group is a premier insurance carrier, an outstanding corporate citizen, and a valued strategic partner.

University of Phoenix Hosts Educational Equity Webinar on Empowering Career Enhancement and Fostering Belonging Within Organizations

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Monday, August 14, 2023
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University of Phoenix is holding the newest webinar in its Educational Equity Webinar Series, titled “Unleashing the Power of Digital Credentials and Skills: Empowering Career Advancement and Fostering Belonging within Organizations,” on August 17, 2023, at 11 AM AZT, featuring Erica Stroman, Account Specialist, Workforce Solutions, and Chair of the Engagement and Partnership Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Working Group at University of Phoenix.

Key Points: 
  • University of Phoenix is holding the newest webinar in its Educational Equity Webinar Series, titled “Unleashing the Power of Digital Credentials and Skills: Empowering Career Advancement and Fostering Belonging within Organizations,” on August 17, 2023, at 11 AM AZT, featuring Erica Stroman, Account Specialist, Workforce Solutions, and Chair of the Engagement and Partnership Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Working Group at University of Phoenix.
  • The event is part of a public series intended for educators, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) practitioners, higher education leaders and administrators, employers, nonprofit organizations, government affiliates, and University of Phoenix faculty, staff, students, and alumni across the globe.
  • “Skills and digital credentials can provide tangible and visible methods for individuals to share their educational, career path or personal accomplishments and progress,” shares Stroman.
  • The Educational Equity Webinar Series is part of a series of events with which the OEE engages aiming to foster cultural awareness, thought leadership and community alliances to promote and sustain educational equity and diversity initiatives.

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of NLV Financial Corporation and Its Insurance Subsidiaries

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IRs) of “a” (Excellent) of the surplus notes of NLIC.

Key Points: 
  • Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IRs) of “a” (Excellent) of the surplus notes of NLIC.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

MIB Elects New Chair and Vice Chair to its Board

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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Bruce Parker, President, Pan-American Life Insurance Group was newly elected and will begin his three-year term as a Director and his one-year term as Vice Chair.

Key Points: 
  • Bruce Parker, President, Pan-American Life Insurance Group was newly elected and will begin his three-year term as a Director and his one-year term as Vice Chair.
  • He continued, "I would like to thank each of our Board members for their service to both MIB and the industry.
  • I look forward to continuing to work with Bruce as Immediate Past Chair and with Sarah VanBeck and Bruce Parker as they assume their new roles as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively."
  • Bruce Parker will begin his term on the MIB Board in May 2023 and will serve as its new Vice Chair in 2023-2024.

National Association of Women Business Owners California Invites Business Owners to "Propel Your Business" Conference in Sacramento May 15 & 16, 2023

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Friday, May 5, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Title Sponsored by Bank of America, the National Association of Women Business Owners California (NAWBO-CA), will host the annual statewide conference titled "Propel Your Business" May 15 & 16, 2023 at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel. Both NAWBO members and non-members are invited to connect, learn and grow through business resources, access to decision makers, policy and procurement teams interested in doing business with women business owners. The event features speakers and breakout sessions developed to inspire, inform growth strategies. Tickets for NAWBO members are $298.00, non-members, $328.00 and the Women Business Owner of the Year Awards Dinner (only) $158 at this link.

Key Points: 
  • Both NAWBO members and non-members are invited to connect, learn and grow through business resources, access to decision makers, policy and procurement teams interested in doing business with women business owners.
  • The event features speakers and breakout sessions developed to inspire, inform growth strategies.
  • Tickets for NAWBO members are $298.00, non-members, $328.00 and the Women Business Owner of the Year Awards Dinner (only) $158 at this link.
  • The Sacramento Business Journal will serve as the media sponsor for Propel.

Lincoln Financial Group Names Sean N. Woodroffe Chief People, Culture and Communications Officer

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) today announced that Sean N. Woodroffe will join the company on May 1, 2023, as Chief People, Culture and Communications Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC) today announced that Sean N. Woodroffe will join the company on May 1, 2023, as Chief People, Culture and Communications Officer.
  • “We continue to elevate our commitment to our people and our culture as we execute on our enterprise strategic objectives,” said Ellen Cooper, CEO of Lincoln Financial Group.
  • “Lincoln is a people-focused organization with a strong, inclusive culture,” said Woodroffe.
  • Woodroffe replaces Chief People Officer Jen Warne, who is stepping down from her role effective April 14, 2023.

Dayforward Raises $25M and Acquires Commercial Travelers Life Insurance Company to Expand Life Insurance Offering Nationwide

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Monday, January 23, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dayforward, the first digital life insurance company built for modern families, announced today its acquisition of Commercial Travelers Life Insurance Company, a storied insurance carrier founded in 1883. The acquisition coincides with launching Dayforward's innovative life insurance solution in 38 states plus Washington, D.C., with continued national expansion throughout 2023. The company also announced a $25M round of funding led by AXA Venture Partners, with participation from existing investors including HSCM Ventures, Juxtapose, and Munich Re Ventures.

Key Points: 
  • Its innovative term life insurance offering guarantees the policyholder's family will continue to receive their income in the event that the policyholder passes away.
  • The acquisition of Commercial Travelers Life Insurance Company (CTLIC) will enable Dayforward to expand nationally and broaden its product lines across life, health, disability and retirement, making the company a more comprehensive financial security solution to its customers and partners.
  • Dayforward purchased Commercial Travelers Life Insurance Company from National Guardian Life Insurance Company upon receipt of all regulatory approvals.
  • With the acquisition, Dayforward will continue to honor and service existing Commercial Travelers Life Insurance Company policies that include disability, accident, and other ancillary health products.

National Life Group Joins The Ensight™ Marketplace Platform

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ensight, the leading life, long-term care (LTC) and annuity digital sales acceleration platform for insurance carriers, distributors and financial professionals, today announced a new partnership with National Life Group. This partnership brings the addition of National Life's IUL product suite onto Ensight's digital marketplace for national distributors, broker-dealers, BGAs, IMOs, FMOs, RIAs and tens of thousands of financial professionals.

Key Points: 
  • National Life Group's life products are now available on Ensight's Life, LTC & Annuity insurtech platform, which digitally transforms the entire sales lifecycle experience
    SAN DIEGO, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ensight , the leading life, long-term care (LTC) and annuity digital sales acceleration platform for insurance carriers, distributors and financial professionals, today announced a new partnership with National Life Group.
  • National Life offers life insurance with living benefits life insurance you don't have to die to use.
  • National Life is also at the forefront in serving its policyholders and agents through technology, implementing automated underwriting and digital-first marketing, along with its partnership with Ensight.
  • Learn more at http://www.NationalLife.com
    National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, founded in Montpelier, VT, in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, Texas, chartered in 1955, and their affiliates.

iPipeline® Ecosystem Enables National Life Group to Create Fully Automated New Business Underwriting Platform

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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EXTON, Pa. and MONTPELIER, Vt., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iPipeline® announces that National Life Group is utilizing its iGO® e-App and Resonant® underwriting solutions to automate and optimize the underwriting and distribution of indexed universal life insurance policies.  

Key Points: 
  • By integrating iPipeline's e-App, new business solutions with underwriting and e-Signature tools, National Life can now fully digitize and automate all processes involved in issuing a complex indexed universal life insurance policyincluding electronic application, data transfer, underwriting, policy approval, and sending the policy to the customer.
  • "National Life and iPipeline are two companies, yet from the beginning of our strategic partnership, we have been one collaborative and innovative team," said Nimesh Mehta, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of National Life Group.
  • National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, founded in Montpelier, Vt., in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, Texas, chartered in 1955, and their affiliates.
  • Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations.