5 Star Life Insurance Company, announced today the appointment of John D. Naum as Chief Financial Officer of 5 Star Life Insurance Company, effective July 21, 2025. John D. Naum, Chief Financial Officer of 5 Star Life Insurance Company. In his most recent position, John served as the Associate Vice President of Finance at United Educators Insurance, where he…
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New York Life today announced the launch of a new suite of Accident and Health insurance products, including Participant Accident, Business Travel Accident and specialized coverage for the association and affinity group sector. These products are designed to provide responsive protection across a range of scenarios, including involvement in…
Standard Insurance Company and Legacy Marketing Group ® today announced a strategic alliance and new joint venture with the debut of EclipseMark SM Single Premium Deferred Index Annuities, a simple way for clients to grow and protect their retirement assets. “We are pleased for the opportunity to work with The Standard, one of the most highly respected…
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Group 1001 Insurance, a leading financial services company, today announced the promotion of Michael Bloom to Chief Legal Officer. Bloom will continue to serve as Chief Legal Officer and Secretary for Delaware Life Insurance Company, the group’ s flagship company. He will continue to report to Group 1001’ s Chief Executive Officer and President, Dan Towriss.
The Nassau Companies of New York announced today the upsize and pricing of its previously announced private offering of its 7.875% senior notes due 2030. The Nassau Companies of New York intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering for general corporate purposes and to repay in full all outstanding amounts under the existing term loan credit facility.
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BetterLife — a member-owned, not-for-profit life insurance company — has launched Better Final Expense, an updated line of final expense products designed for a more streamlined approach to coverage.
Winged Keel Group today announced its continued national expansion with the acquisition of MBW Group and opening of its Minneapolis office. The new Winged Keel Minneapolis office will be led by Principals Jeffery W. Bird and David A. Wischmeier and comprised of a team of experienced client relationship managers and brokerage service professionals.
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