Mar 5, 2021, 08:00 AM by User Not Found

5G devices will be a game changer for consumers, carriers, retailers and OEMs. Faster network traffic will accelerate downloads and app performance for connected consumers. But as these advanced devices start hitting the market, we should expect gradual 5G adoption rather than a fast wave.

Feb 26, 2021, 13:34 PM by User Not Found

While disruptive competitors have introduced entirely virtual buying options, key aspects of the customer journey will still rely on face-to-face interactions with the dealership team — primarily for the test drive event.

Feb 23, 2021, 12:33 PM by Andrew Dechellis

TYSONS, Va. - Assurant, Inc., a global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases like automobiles, donated $25,000 during the recent NADA Show for the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Foundation’s Emergency Relief Fund.

Feb 16, 2021, 11:03 AM by User Not Found

This Black History Month is the first since the death of George Floyd. During the unrest that followed his death, Assurant’s Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Jerrell Moore opened up meaningful dialogue at Assurant. One that was raw and honest and, especially, courageous.

Feb 9, 2021, 16:16 PM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK, February 9, 2021 — Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2020.

Feb 9, 2021, 13:58 PM by User Not Found

In previous Assurant Insider Tips, my colleagues discussed how to set actionable dealership performance standards and leverage scorecard reports to evaluate how daily individual performance maps back to those standards. But for many dealers, the biggest key to profitability isn’t necessarily setting the right performance standards up front; it’s the follow through, from consistent performance evaluations to training for improvement. In this Insider Tip, we’ll talk about the importance of applying dealership training for maximum impact at your rooftops.

Feb 8, 2021, 16:17 PM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2021 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases like automobiles today announced the introduction of Automotive Training Academy by Assurant – its modernized and expanded automotive training program delivered in the classroom, at dealerships, and online via the Assurant Virtual Learning Platform.

Feb 8, 2021, 14:28 PM by User Not Found

In a recent Assurant Insider Tip, one of my colleagues addressed the topic of setting actionable performance standards at the dealership. In this Insider Tip, I’m going to dig deeper into how Assurant works with dealerships across the country to track their teams’ progress against those performance standards using dealership scorecards.

Feb 2, 2021, 08:58 AM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases like automobiles today announced the launch of Pocket Geek Auto.

Feb 1, 2021, 10:09 AM by Andrew Dechellis

New York, Feb. 1, 2021 – Assurant today announced that it is one of 380 companies across 11 sectors included in the 2021 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI).

Jan 28, 2021, 09:51 AM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK, JAN. 28, 2021 – Assurant, Inc., (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, announced that, for the third consecutive year, it received a score of 100 percent on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the nation’s premier benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality.

Jan 28, 2021, 09:15 AM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK – January 28, 2021– Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, today announced the launch of Cover360, which enables property management companies (PMCs) and their residents to easily include renters insurance with rent payments.

Jan 21, 2021, 16:16 PM by Andrew Dechellis

Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases like automobiles, has announced its partnership with The London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) to provide extended warranty solutions for their electric commercial vehicles.

Jan 15, 2021, 18:51 PM by Andrew Dechellis

Assurant is committed to constructive and ethical engagement in the U.S. political and public policy process that serves the best interests of our business, employees, clients, policyholders, and shareholders

Jan 12, 2021, 15:32 PM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK, January 12, 2021 — Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, announced that the company’s Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program for up to $600 million of the company’s outstanding common stock.

Jan 12, 2021, 11:53 AM by Andrew Dechellis

The events of January 6 at the US Capitol serve as an important reminder that no matter the question, regardless of the opinion, violence is never the answer.

Jan 11, 2021, 16:16 PM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2021 – Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, will release fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, after the market closes.

Dec 17, 2020, 16:45 PM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK – December 17, 2020 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, today announced the acquisition of EPG Insurance, Inc. (EPG) for $43 million in cash. EPG is a leading provider of service contracts and insurance sold through heavy equipment dealers and manufacturers.

Dec 1, 2020, 17:10 PM by User Not Found

HYLA’s patented software technology joins Assurant’s end-to-end mobile device lifecycle management capabilities, creating a comprehensive solution that is built to increase trade-in attachment rates, provide better customer experiences, improve inventory supply to lower device support costs, and maximize disposition values and new revenue streams. In addition, the combination of both companies’ trade-in and upgrade programs will further sustainability practices by extending the life of mobile devices.

Nov 19, 2020, 16:15 PM by Andrew Dechellis

NEW YORK, November 19, 2020 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ) (“Assurant”), a leading global provider of lifestyle and housing solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, today announced the closing of a public offering of $250 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.25% Subordinated Notes due 2061 (the “Notes”).