Assurant has been in business for 132 years, tracing its foundational roots back to 1892.
The Origins of Assurant
The company's extensive history began in 1892 with the establishment of the LaCrosse Mutual Aid Association. This early organization initially focused on providing disability insurance, laying the groundwork for what would evolve into the global provider of risk management solutions known today as Assurant.
Over the decades, the company underwent various transformations, including significant acquisitions that shaped its current structure and offerings. For instance, N.V. AMEV of the Netherlands acquired the Time Insurance Company in 1978 through its U.S. holding company, AMEV Holdings, Inc., further expanding the lineage that eventually led to Assurant.
A Brief Timeline of Assurant's Roots
To better understand Assurant's long-standing presence, here's a look at key moments in its history:
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1892 | LaCrosse Mutual Aid Association is founded, offering disability insurance, marking the company's earliest roots. |
| 1978 | N.V. AMEV acquires Time Insurance Company, adding to the evolving corporate lineage. |
| 2024 | The current year, signifying 132 years since the company's inception through its foundational predecessor. |
This long operational history underscores Assurant's deep experience and evolution within the insurance and risk management sectors.
