Ameritas

Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. was established in 1887 as Old Line Bankers Life Insurance Company of Nebraska. It is a mutual insurance company, owned by Ameritas Mutual Holding Company, and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, United States. The company structure includes Ameritas Mutual Holding Company (AMHC), Ameritas Holding Company (AHC), and Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. of New York. Ameritas offers a wide range of insurance and financial products and services to individuals, families, and businesses. These offerings include life insurance, annuities, individual disability income insurance, group dental, vision, and hearing care insurance, retirement plans, investments, asset management, and public finance. The company emphasizes a customer-first approach, driven by its mutual-based organization structure, which allows it to focus on long-term stability and customer interests rather than stockholder pressures.

Throughout its history, Ameritas has undergone several mergers and acquisitions to expand its capabilities and market reach. Notable mergers include with Acacia Mutual Holding Company in 1999 and The Union Central Life Insurance Co. of Cincinnati in 2005, which led to the formation of Unifi Mutual Holding Co. (later renamed Ameritas Mutual Holding Company). In 2014, Union Central Life and Acacia Life merged into Ameritas Life. Ameritas is committed to fulfilling life for its customers by providing financial security and well-being. This purpose is reflected in their product offerings, community support, and the commitments they uphold for their millions of customers nationwide. The company values integrity, putting people first, continuous learning for growth, and long-term strategic thinking. Ameritas has a strong focus on inclusion and diversity, aiming to create a workplace where every voice is heard and all associates feel valued. As of 2024, Ameritas serves 6.2 million customers and distributed $4.2 billion in policyholder benefits. The company continues to grow, with a particular strength in its annuities business and dental and vision insurance sectors.