At Assurant, we figure out what’s stopping the businesses and consumers we serve, and find ways to keep them moving forward. We have a reputation for introducing new ideas to the marketplace that turn insight into competitive advantage. With decades of experience to draw upon, we’re well prepared to anticipate our client’s challenges and spot opportunities to help them succeed. But it’s our uncompromising values that keep us grounded and remind us of what matters most.
OUR UNCOMPROMISING VALUES

Our values guide the way we support our customers and work with one another.

COMMON SENSE

We seek simple, straightforward solutions that keep life running smoothly for the clients and consumers we serve.

COMMON DECENCY

We act with integrity. We treat others with respect, courtesy, and kindness. We’re honest, transparent and committed to doing the right thing.

UNCOMMON THINKING

We're never satisfied with the status quo. We seek diverse perspectives and thrive on challenge. We believe there's always a way to build upon our successes.

UNCOMMON RESULTS

We focus on actionable solutions that deliver measurable results. We approach each challenge with a sense of urgency, striving to exceed every expectation.

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Assurant cares.

Our core values – Common Sense, Common Decency, Uncommon Thinking, Uncommon Results – guide our every action at Assurant. These values inspire our commitment to be a responsible corporate citizen.



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HISTORY MATTERS

More than a century of service. And going strong.

Assurant at the Beginning

Assurant traces its roots back to 1892 when LaCrosse Mutual Aid Association began offering disability insurance. Lacrosse later changed its name to Time Insurance Company. 

LEADERSHIP

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Paul Cosgrove

President and CEO, Assurant Canada

Paul joined Assurant in 1995 and has held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility including leadership positions in Claims and Marketing.  Paul moved into the position of Vice President, Business Development and Client Management in 2004. In this role, Paul was responsible for the growth of the Canadian portfolio through the addition of key strategic products and services, the development of new partner relationships, product development and direct marketing.  Paul assumed full responsibility for the Canadian Business in 2020.

In his current role, Paul is President of Assurant Services Canada Inc., and Chief Agent in Canada for both the American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida and the American Bankers Life Assurance Company of Florida.

He is very active in the insurance industry and sits on the Board of the Canadian Association of Financial Institutions in Insurance.

Prior to joining Assurant, Paul worked for Confederation Life in a variety of roles including Claims, Marketing and Human Resources. He resides with his family in Toronto, Ontario.

 
    cosgrove paul HR

    Paul Cosgrove

    President and CEO, Assurant Canada

    Paul joined Assurant in 1995 and has held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility including leadership positions in Claims and Marketing.  Paul moved into the position of Vice President, Business Development and Client Management in 2004. In this role, Paul was responsible for the growth of the Canadian portfolio through the addition of key strategic products and services, the development of new partner relationships, product development and direct marketing.  Paul assumed full responsibility for the Canadian Business in 2020.

    In his current role, Paul is President of Assurant Services Canada Inc., and Chief Agent in Canada for both the American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida and the American Bankers Life Assurance Company of Florida.

    He is very active in the insurance industry and sits on the Board of the Canadian Association of Financial Institutions in Insurance.

    Prior to joining Assurant, Paul worked for Confederation Life in a variety of roles including Claims, Marketing and Human Resources. He resides with his family in Toronto, Ontario.

     

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