American Family Insurance Co.

07/25/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/25/2024 12:39

American Family is recognized by Fair360’s Top 50 list as prestigious company for diversity

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American Family is recognized by Fair360's Top 50 list as prestigious company for diversity

Company also receives special recognition under Philanthropy specialty list

Summary

For the fourth consecutive year, American Family Insurance has earned a spot on Fair360's Top 50 Companies for Diversity list, ranking 50, also earning special recognition under the Philanthropy specialty list.

For the fourth consecutive year, American Family Insurance has earned a spot on Fair360's Top 50 Companies for Diversity list, ranking 50. This annual list established in 2001, formerly known as DiversityInc, the preeminent assessment organization for workplace fairness in corporate America for over 20 years. Fair360 recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence in diversity and inclusion practices. In addition to the Top 50 ranking, American Family Insurance received special acknowledgment on Fair360's Philanthropy specialty list, ranking ninth. This additional accolade highlights the company's efforts in corporate social responsibility and community engagement.

Fair360 assesses a company's performance based on six key areas:

  • Leadership Accountability
  • Talent Programs
  • Human Capital Diversity Metrics
  • Workplace Practices
  • Supplier Diversity
  • Philanthropy

"This recognition affirms our ongoing commitment to pursuing an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive," said Crystal Files, vice president of talent and inclusion. "American Family's continuous ranking on the Fair360 list and high placement on the Philanthropy specialty list, demonstrates that diversity and inclusion are not just initiatives at American Family Insurance - they're integral to our culture and our business strategy. We're honored by this acknowledgment and inspired to continue setting new standards in cultivating an inclusive workplace.

The award affirms an employee's experience

The company's ranking on Fair360's Top 50 Companies for Diversity list reflects one employee's experience of a genuinely inclusive workplace.

Ruben Rivera, lead marketing consultant for American Family Insurance, has personally benefited from AmFam's inclusive programming. His involvement in the Hispanic/Latinx Business Resource Group (BRG) has provided mentorship opportunities and facilitated career growth.

"American Family Insurance demonstrates strong support for employees from diverse backgrounds through its BRGs and enterprise structure," said Rivera, lead marketing consultant. "The company's commitment to inclusion is evident in daily operations and support systems."

American Family Insurance receives additional diversity and inclusion honors

American Family Insurance has consistently demonstrated its commitment to diversity and inclusion. This year, the company has been recognized by several organizations as a leader in supporting veterans, women-owned businesses and employees with disabilities.

  1. Vets Indexeshonored the company as a 5-star employer for veterans.
  2. DiversityCommplaced American Family Insurance the 2024 Top Supplier Diversity Program for Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), a Top Black Employer and a Top Diverse Employer.
  3. Careers & disABLED magazineranked American Family Insurance 28th out of 50 in their top employers for people with disabilities list.

These recognitions highlight American Family Insurance's ongoing dedication to supporting veterans, women entrepreneurs, and employees with disabilities, reinforcing its position as a leader in corporate diversity and inclusion efforts.

For more information about the award visit the Fair360 website here.

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About American Family Insurance Group

Based in Madison, Wisconsin, American Family Insurancehas been serving customers since 1927. We inspire, protect and restore dreams through our insurance products, exceptional service from our agency owners and employees, community investment and creative partnerships to address societal challenges. We act on our belief in diversity and inclusion by constantly evolving to meet customer needs and preferences. American Family Insurance group is the nation's 12th-largest property/casualty insurance group, ranking No. 243 on the Fortune 500 list. The group sells American Family-brand products, primarily through exclusive agency owners in 19 states. The American Family Insurance Group also includes CONNECT, powered by American Family Insurance, The General, Homesiteand Main Street America Insurance. Across these companies the group has nearly 13,000 employees nationwide.

About Fair360

Fair360, formerly known as DiversityInc, leverages comparative human capital data to help organizations develop fair and inclusive workplaces utilizing benchmarking and best practices. Its mission is to provide committed leaders with insights to drive an effective workforce planning strategy, ensuring equity for all employees. Fair360 is a VA-certified and veteran-owned business. It is certified by Disability:IN as a company owned by a person with a disability. For more information, visit the Fair360 website, X (formerly known as Twitter), Facebook and LinkedIn.