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Symetra Financial has a legacy of providing life insurance and financial solutions going back 50 years.
Symetra began life insurance operations in 1957. In 2004, Symetra was formed as an independent corporation when an investor group led by White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd., and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. purchased the business and it became the group of companies known today as Symetra Financial.
In 2007, Symetra employees donated more than 8,000 hours of volunteer service, the company supported more than 300 charitable organizations, and executives held leadership positions on 18 nonprofit boards.
Symetra incorporates community leadership in nearly every aspect of its work. Its charitable and community participation approach is one of corporate social responsibility, integrated into the business practices of the company.
Symetra’s senior executives average 24 years of experience in the industry.
Symetra’s executives have a diverse set of backgrounds and bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to all areas of the company. Led by President and Chief Executive Officer Randy Talbot, the executive team is committed to building a leading financial services and life insurance company that enriches people’s lives each and every day.
Symetra provides employee benefits to more than 1 million workers in the United States.
Symetra works with companies of all sizes to provide employees with insurance protection, health benefits and financial security.
The average length of employment at Symetra is 9 years.
Symetra encourages an entrepreneurial culture that rewards new ideas and independent thinking. We believe that each employee plays a key role in our success. We support this culture by empowering employees with resources to excel in their jobs, the peace of mind that comes with quality benefits, and rewards for outstanding performance.
The average turnaround time for Symetra life insurance claims is 2 business days.
Once all necessary claim documents are received, Symetra ensures that claim payments are processed promptly. In addition, Symetra has developed an innovative tool to make signing up for life insurance quick and easy. Symetra Express, an online application system, provides life insurance quotes and coverage to qualified applicants in 10 minutes.
In 1976, Symetra helped pioneer the medical stop loss market.
Ranked by A.M. Best in 2007 as a top-10 stop loss carrier, Symetra is a market leader in stop loss insurance. Stop loss insurance protects companies with self-funded health care plans against large, potentially catastrophic medical claims. Symetra was one of the first independent providers of medical stop loss coverage.
About Symetra Financial
Symetra Financial Corporation provides retirement plans, employee benefits, life insurance and annuities through a national network of independent advisors and agents. Headquartered in Bellevue, Wash., Symetra’s insurance company subsidiaries have nearly $20 billion in assets.*
Annuities and life insurance are issued by Symetra Life Insurance Company. Employee benefits are insured by Symetra Life Insurance Company. Distribution of program is provided by Symetra Investment Services, Inc., 1-800-469-7667. Both companies are located at 777 108th Avenue NE, Suite 1200, Bellevue, WA 98004-5135.
* Source: Total GAAP assets per financial statements as of December 31, 2007.
