Feb 6, 2013, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2013 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended Dec. 31, 2012. "In 2012 we accelerated growth in our targeted specialty businesses and prudently managed capital for our shareholders," said Robert B. Pollock , president and CEO of Assurant.

Jan 11, 2013, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2013 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.21 per share of common stock.

Dec 18, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

ATLANTA, Dec. 18, 2012 -- Assurant Specialty Property today announced it expects losses from Superstorm Sandy to be in the range of $200 million - $220 million on a pre-tax basis and net of reinsurance.

Dec 14, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2012 fourth quarter and full-year financial results on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com.

Dec 11, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Dec. 11, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance, today announces it will work with Solarrus Corporation and its subsidiary, True South Renewables, Inc., a full-service solar operations and maintenance company, to reduce project risk and improve the long-term financial viability of commercial-sized solar photovoltaic installations.

Nov 19, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the appointment of Larry N. Port to the position of senior vice president, corporate development. In his new role, Port, 61, will be responsible for leading mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures and related activities to support long-term, strategic profitable growth at Assurant.

Nov 12, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

New York, Nov. 12, 2012 -- Assurant, a premier provider of specialty insurance, today announces Vice President of New Venture Commercialization Jeanne Schwartz has won a bronze Stevie® Award in the Female Executive of the Year - Business Products category for companies with more than 2,500 employees in the 9th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business.

Nov 9, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 9, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.21 per share of common stock. 

Oct 31, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

ATLANTA, Oct. 31, 2012 -- The following is an advisory from the Assurant Specialty Property First Response Team to customers affected by Hurricane Sandy. The Assurant Specialty Property First Response Team is giving priority handling to claims and inquiries from areas impacted by Hurricane Sandy, with an emphasis on property and flood insurance policies. Toll-free numbers are operational for customers to report hurricane-related claims and make inquiries.

Oct 24, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2012. "We are pleased with our results this quarter, especially with the progress we are making in areas targeted for growth," said Robert B. Pollock , president and CEO of Assurant.

Oct 22, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

Oct. 22, 2012 -- Following is the statement provided by Assurant during the news conference held by California Department of Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones in Sacramento, Calif. Today's agreement between American Security Insurance Co. and the California Department of Insurance, to reduce rates on lender-placed insurance, reflects prior loss experience and current assumptions about future experience that will apply going forward in the state...

Sep 27, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2012 third quarter financial results on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com.

Sep 17, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

RAPID CITY, S.D., Sept. 17, 2012 -- Specialty insurer Assurant Solutions today announces the appointment of Tammy Schultz as president of its Preneed insurance business. In her new role, Schultz is responsible for maintaining and growing the Preneed business through its relationship with funeral industry partners.

Sep 13, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the appointment of Jean-Paul L. Montupet, chair of Emerson's Industrial Automation business and president of Emerson Europe, to its Board of Directors, effective today. "Jean-Paul Montupet brings a strong record of accomplishment and an important new perspective to our Board of Directors," said Elaine D. Rosen, chair of Assurant's Board.

Aug 21, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Aug. 21, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the appointment of Melissa Kivett, who previously led investor relations, to the position of senior vice president, business development and strategy, and Francesca Luthi as the company's new senior vice president, investor relations, effective immediately.

Jul 30, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

Milwaukee, July 30, 2012 -- Assurant Health, a leading provider of major medical, supplemental and fixed-benefit health plans for individuals, families and small employers, today announced leadership changes to expand the array of affordable health care coverage options available to consumers. Steve Dziedzic, senior vice president and chief financial officer, moves to the newly created post of senior vice president, new business development, and Mark Berquist, vice president and chief actuary, is promoted to senior vice president, chief financial officer for Assurant Health, effective Aug. 15, 2012.

Jul 25, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, July 25, 2012—Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012. "Assurant's disciplined actions are generating solid results as we focus on areas targeted for profitable growth," said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant.

Jul 12, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, July 12, 2012 -- Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $.21 per share of common stock.

Jul 11, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

San Francisco, July 11, 2012 -- GCube Insurance Services, Inc., the leading provider of insurance for the renewable energy industry and Assurant, Inc., a premier provider of specialty insurance, today announced they have signed a distribution agreement to provide U.S. commercial solar project developers greater access to a comprehensive insurance bundle and warranty management program at affordable prices.

Jun 28, 2012, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

Milwaukee, June 28, 2012 -- Assurant Health, a unit of Assurant, Inc., and leading provider of specialty insurance services, has released this statement related to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling. Now, more than ever, consumers need affordable access to health care. Unfortunately, rising medical costs remain the biggest barrier to health care access and are unaddressed by health care reform. Assurant Health is committed to helping consumers access the health care they need, and will comply with the remaining provisions required under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.