Jul 23, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

2Q 2014 Net Operating Income of $118.9 million, $1.62 per diluted share 2Q 2014 Net Income of $143.6 million, $1.95 per diluted share NEW YORK, July 23, 2014 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE:AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014. "Our second quarter 2014 results demonstrate solid execution of our strategy,” said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant. “Although weather-related claims rose in the quarter, we are pleased with accelerating momentum in areas targeted for growth. Strong results in our mobile business illustrate our ability to adapt to evolving consumer needs." Second Quarter 2014 Consolidated Results Net operating income1 decreased to $118.9 million, or $1.62 per diluted share, compared to second quarter 2013 net operating income of $120.0 million, or $1.53 per diluted share. Strong results at Assurant Solutions were offset by higher non-catastrophe

Jul 10, 2014, 14:55 PM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, July 10, 2014 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $.27 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on Sept. 9, 2014 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on Aug. 25, 2014.

Future dividend declarations will be made at the discretion of the Assurant Board of Directors and will be based on the company's earnings, financial condition, cash requirements, future prospects and other factors.

Assurant is a premier provider of specialized insurance products and related services in North America and select worldwide markets. Assurant, a Fortune 500 company and a member of the S&P 500, is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AIZ. Assurant has approximately $30 billion in assets and $9 billion in annual revenue. For more information on Assurant, please visit

Jul 8, 2014, 17:48 PM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, July 8, 2014 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today announces Robyn Price Stonehill, 42, as executive vice president, chief human resources officer and member of the company’s management committee, effective July 15, 2014. Price Stonehill will report to Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant, Inc. She succeeds Sylvia R. Wagner, 65, who will retire this year following a distinguished 40-year career with the company.   “Robyn Price Stonehill is a great example of our deep bench of talent at Assurant,” said Pollock. “Her proven leadership abilities and financial acumen will be important to Assurant as we adapt to address expanding consumer needs and grow. She exemplifies our company’s values and will be a strong steward of a company culture dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them.”   In her new role, Price Stonehill will lead Assurant’s human

Jul 7, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

Safeguards 2.4 Million Property Insurance Policyholders Covered by Assurant NEW YORK, July 7, 2014 - Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialized insurance and insurance-related products and services, finalized the company’s 2014 Property Catastrophe Reinsurance Program to help safeguard more than 2.4 million property insurance policyholders in the event of damage from severe storms. Assurant’s program provides more than $1.8 billion in coverage to preserve the company’s financial position and ensures the ability to pay claims to homeowners from catastrophic losses caused by hurricanes, tornados or other significant weather events. “Our catastrophe reinsurance program ensures that Assurant is able to meet its commitment to protect policyholders when disasters strike,” said Gene Mergelmeyer , president and CEO, Assurant Specialty Property . “The comprehensive 2014 program expands upon our multi-year, multiple-event coverage, takes advantage of favorable rates, and

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Jun 30, 2014, 17:35 PM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, June 30, 2014 -- AHA! Nine years ago, Assurant recognized that employees needed more support to achieve their wellness goals. That aha moment lead to another AHA!, A Healthier Assurant, the specialty insurance provider’s employee wellness initiative. In recognition of the program’s success, the company recently earned a Gold Award from the National Business Group on Health.

Jun 26, 2014, 09:35 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, June 26, 2014 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2014 second quarter results on Wednesday, July 23, 2014, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com.

Jun 25, 2014, 17:20 PM by User Not Found

ATLANTA, June 25, 2014 -- Assurant Solutions, a leading global provider of extended service contracts, today announces the renewal of its exclusive distribution partnership with Service Corporation International (SCI), North America's leading provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. The new 10-year agreement runs until 2024.

Jun 24, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

An overgrown lawn. Debris in the yard. Broken windows. It only takes one dilapidated home to bring an entire neighborhood down. Foreclosed properties' lawns can grow into forests if not properly maintained, and have a negative effect on the perceived value of a neighborhood. Property preservation company, Assurant Field Services, maintains lawns, changes locks, winterizes homes and removes debris from these properties to safeguard both the house and the community. Vacant and neglected properties decrease the perceived value and desirability of a neighborhood. 

Jun 16, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

Whether you have celiac disease, gluten sensitivity or simply want to cut gluten from your diet, it can mean forgoing treats such as pasta and baked goods. Finding tasty gluten-free food is a challenge, and it was the impetus for Milwaukee entrepreneurs Casey Lanto and Ryan Konicek to create Pairdd , which is part of Blue Bananas, a startup funded by Assurant Health.

Jun 11, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

Goodbye winter blues, hello sunshine. After the long winter months, most are embracing the warmer weather. But with the flowers in bloom and pollen in the air, even spring and summer can be a headache for the millions of Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies and have to contend with itchy, watery eyes, runny noses and inflamed sinuses.

Jun 9, 2014, 18:50 PM by User Not Found

Milwaukee, June 9, 2014 -- Assurant Health , a national provider of major medical and supplemental health insurance products, announces that it has been named to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Top Workplaces list for the third consecutive year. Assurant Health ranked 10th in the large company category, which includes southeastern Wisconsin organizations with 500 or more employees.

Jun 2, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

Although the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recently predicted a "near or below normal" 2014 Atlantic hurricane season, it is important not to be lulled into complacency. When a hurricane hits, damaging and sometimes demolishing homes and businesses, it’s too late to take action. That’s why it is critical for members of the public to P-R-E-P - plan, ready, educate and protect. Providing hazard and flood insurance for properties throughout the United States, Assurant Specialty Property knows the importance of being prepared when disaster strikes.

May 29, 2014, 18:45 PM by User Not Found

Kansas City, MO, May 29, 2014 -- Assurant Employee Benefits, a national provider of disability, dental, vision and worksite benefits, has earned the prestigious ENERGY STAR designation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the third consecutive year. Assurant Employee Benefits’ main office, a 384,000-square-foot building located in the Crown Center area of downtown Kansas City, was recognized for performing in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency.

May 21, 2014, 09:30 AM by User Not Found

Each spring, Assurant Atlanta employees pick up hammers, wield nail guns and donate sweat equity to build a house in just eight workdays. It’s not a reality show, but a community partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Metro Atlanta. Assurant employees volunteered over the course of eight consecutive Thursdays to help construct a home with NW Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity. 

May 19, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

What does your future look like? Are you successful? Healthy? Happy? If you are like most people, chances are, the future you envision doesn’t include becoming disabled.  According to the Council for Disability Awareness (CDA), more than 25 percent of 20-year-olds will become disabled before they retire. But more than one in four of today’s 20-year-olds will need to cope with a back injury, cancer, heart disease or other illnesses that will leave them disabled during their lifetime.

May 12, 2014, 18:35 PM by User Not Found

KANSAS CITY, MO, May 12, 2014  -- Assurant Employee Benefits continues to provide dental members with the maximum provider choices through the nation's largest dental PPO network, the Assurant Dental Network.  With more than 100,000 unique dental providers, according to the Ignition Group’s latest NetMinder report, the Assurant Dental Network is the largest in the nation.

May 9, 2014, 13:00 PM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, May 9, 2014 -- Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.27 per share of common stock. This represents an eight percent increase above the prior quarterly dividend of $.25 per share, declared on Jan. 10, 2014.

May 6, 2014, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, May 6, 2014 -- Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today announced its president and chief executive officer Robert B. Pollock , 59, plans to retire as an officer and director at  year-end 2014 following a distinguished 33-year career with the company.

Apr 23, 2014, 17:30 PM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, April 23, 2014 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2014. "We are pleased with the overall performance of all our businesses in first quarter 2014," said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant.