Business News
American Fidelity Named to 2024 Best Workplaces for Women, Ranking No. 36
American Fidelity Named to 2024 Best Workplaces for Women, Ranking No. 36
American Fidelity is proud to be recognized as a member of the Fortune Great Place to Work for Women List
American Fidelity Earns Spot on Fortune’s Best Workplaces for Women List
Oklahoma City, OK – American Fidelity Assurance Company has achieved a prestigious recognition by being named to the 2024 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women list. This accolade marks the seventh time the company has secured a position on this esteemed list, ranking at No. 36. This selection underscores American Fidelity’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace environment.
Commitment to Gender Diversity
Currently, women represent 59% of the total workforce. Furthermore, women hold 54% of executive roles and 47% of vice president positions and above. This includes key leadership roles, such as the president, chief operating officer, and chief sales officer.
Family-Friendly Benefits Enhance Workplace Culture
The company offers a range of benefits aimed at creating a family-friendly workplace. American Fidelity provides 16 weeks of Family Medical Leave, exceeding the standard 12 weeks. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, flexible schedules, and hybrid work options. On-site amenities such as a medical clinic and gym further enhance employee well-being. Colleague assistance programs also offer support for counseling and mental health needs.
Recognition by Great Place to Work
Jeanette Rice, president of American Fidelity, expressed pride in the company’s recognition. “We are honored to be included among these great companies that create workplaces that support inclusion of all Colleagues,” she stated. This recognition reflects the dedication of American Fidelity’s teams to cultivate a positive workplace culture.
Great Place to Work evaluates companies based on survey responses from nearly 600,000 women working at certified organizations. To qualify for consideration, companies must employ at least 50 women, have a minimum of 20% female non-executive managers, and include at least one female executive in the C-suite.
Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work, emphasized that the elements fostering a great workplace for women align with the fundamental needs of all employees. “The best workplaces have closed the experience gap, providing access and opportunity to all regardless of an employee’s gender or background,” he noted.
Fortune editor-in-chief Alyson Shontell congratulated the recognized companies, stating that they have created environments where employees feel valued, supported, and encouraged to excel.
About American Fidelity Assurance Company
American Fidelity Assurance Company is a leading supplemental benefits provider, serving over 1 million policyholders across 49 states. The company focuses on delivering exceptional service to customers in education, public sector, automotive, manufacturing, and healthcare industries. For more information, visit americanfidelity.com.
American Fidelity has maintained an “A+” (Superior) rating from A.M. Best Company since 1982. The company also ranks among the top-performing life and health insurance companies as recognized by Ward’s© 50. American Fidelity is celebrated in the Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials 2024 and Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance 2024.
About Great Place To Work
With over 30 years of research, the organization helps companies evaluate employee experiences. Companies that excel receive the Great Place To Work Certification and recognition on the Best Workplaces™ List. For more information, visit greatplacetowork.com.
Lindsey Sparks
American Fidelity
405-523-5901
email us here
Best Workplaces for Women
