Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Group Reinsurance and Life Insurance Solutions in Atlanta
Founded in 1905 by Alonzo F. Herndon, a formerly enslaved man, Atlanta Life Insurance has stood as a beacon of resilience and community empowerment for over a century. Our legacy is rooted in addressing financial insecurity by providing life insurance solutions that protect families and build generational wealth. Acquired in 2023 by Atlanta Life Holdings, a group of African-American financial services leaders, we continue to honor our founders mission while expanding our reach through strategic partnerships like our collaboration with EquiTrust Life Insurance Company. As the sole remaining Black-founded and owned insurance company in the U.S., we specialize in group reinsurance, offering employers and employees risk-transfer solutions that align with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals.Our Herndon Foundation has invested over $5 million in educational and community initiatives, including pivotal support for the Civil Rights Movement. We operate with a dual focus: delivering robust insurance products and fostering economic opportunities through supplier diversity programs. Our team combines decades of industry expertise with a commitment to stakeholder capitalism, ensuring we remain stewards of both financial security and social progress. With a century of experience, we navigate complex insurance landscapes to provide tailored solutions for corporate, government, and affinity group clients. Our dedication to transparency, ethical practices, and community stewardship underscores every policy and partnership we cultivate.
Services
Group Insurance
Reinsurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Individual Life Insurance
Supplier Diversity Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1905
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in life insurance and reinsurance solutions.
- Our Herndon Foundation has invested $5M+ in community and educational initiatives.
- We are the only remaining Black-founded and owned insurance company in the U.S.
- Our partnership with EquiTrust expands accessible wealth-building opportunities.
- We offer supplier diversity solutions through certified MBE status.
Associations and certifications
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Services
Group Insurance
We provide comprehensive group insurance solutions including life, disability, health, and dental coverage. Our programs help employers offer cost-effective benefits while meeting DEI objectives. Policies are designed to protect employees and their families through risk-sharing models that reduce individual financial burdens.
Reinsurance
Our reinsurance services allow insurers to transfer portions of risk portfolios through structured agreements. We specialize in group benefits reinsurance for corporate and government clients, enhancing financial stability while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards across $26 billion in managed assets.
Supplier Diversity Solutions
As a certified Minority Business Enterprise, we help corporations achieve supplier diversity goals through Tier-1 and Tier-2 spending opportunities. Our programs integrate DEI metrics into insurance procurement processes while maintaining rigorous underwriting standards.
Individual Life Insurance
We offer life insurance products designed to build generational wealth and provide financial security. Policies combine traditional protection with modern features to meet evolving client needs, continuing our 1905 mission of economic empowerment for underserved communities.
Herndon Foundation Programs
Our foundation directs resources toward education, entrepreneurship, and civil rights initiatives. Through scholarships, mentorship, and nonprofit grants, we've distributed over $5 million to support community development and advance equity in financial services.
People
Eric L. Holoman
President & Chief Executive Officer
Eric leads Atlanta Life and EquiTrust Life Insurance Company with expertise in acquisitions and financial restructuring. He has held leadership roles at Magic Johnson Enterprises and Bank of America, and serves on multiple nonprofit boards including Cedars Sinai Hospital.
Ryan L. Smith
Executive Vice President
Ryan oversees strategy and corporate development with prior experience in venture capital and private equity. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Howard University and earned an MBA from Stanford, bringing innovation expertise to our leadership team.
Paul A. Miller
Corporate Secretary and Treasurer
Paul manages legal affairs and compliance, previously serving as Special Deputy Receiver for the Illinois Department of Insurance. He holds law and undergraduate degrees from Chicago-Kent College of Law and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Kam Harris
Vice President, Actuarial
Kam directs actuarial operations with 15+ years in insurance product development and risk management. A Fellow of the Society of Actuaries, he earned a Mathematical Finance degree from University of Alberta, Canada.
Courtney Johnson
Vice President, Business Development
Courtney brings 20+ years of group insurance experience from leadership roles at Prudential and MetLife. She holds a Psychology degree from University of Nebraska at Omaha and specializes in client relationship management.
Questions
What types of group insurance does Atlanta Life offer?
We provide life, disability, health, and dental insurance solutions for employers and employees.
How does reinsurance work with Atlanta Life?
We partner with insurers to share risk through customized reinsurance agreements for group benefits.
Can Atlanta Life help with supplier diversity goals?
Yes, as a certified MBE, we enable Tier-1 or Tier-2 supplier diversity spending.
What community initiatives does Atlanta Life support?
Our Herndon Foundation funds education, entrepreneurship, and civil rights programs nationwide.
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