About EquiTrust
When searching for a company that demonstrates integrity, strength and innovation – one that can help you meet your financial objectives – look no further than EquiTrust. We put you first. EquiTrust is a national carrier of competitive, client-friendly annuity products, available through a national network of independent sales representatives. Magic Johnson Enterprises – comprised of multiple business entities and partnerships – acquired a controlling interest in EquiTrust in 2015.
Our History
2003
EquiTrust began operating in the independent-insurance channel.
- Subsidiary of FBL Financial Group, West Des Moines, Iowa;
- FBL Financial Group is a regional carrier with dedicated sales force; EquiTrust expanded FBL's 15-state marketing reach with independent agents, and a national presence;
- Introduced first product: Certainty Annuity.
2004
Introduced three new index annuities: MarketPower Bonus Index, MarketValue Index, MarketSeven Index.
2005
Surpassed $3 billion in assets.
2006
Surpassed $5 billion in assets.
2009
Product portfolio was restructured for greater capital efficiency. Higher capital intensity products withdrawn; product portfolio more focused.
2011
Guggenheim Partners purchased EquiTrust from FBL Financial Group.
2012
Surpassed $10 Billion in assets.
2013
EquiTrust domestication moved to Illinois from Iowa.
2015
Magic Johnson Enterprises becomes controlling shareholder.
2016
Surpassed $17 Billion in assets. Receives Ward’s Top 50 Performing Insurance Companies recognition.
Locations
Chicago
Corporate Headquarters
EquiTrust Life Insurance Company
222 W Adams Street
Suite 2150
Chicago, IL 60606
West Des Moines
Administrative Office
866-598-3692
EquiTrust Life Insurance Company
7100 Westown Parkway
Suite 200
West Des Moines, IA 50266-2521
Standard Mail:
EquiTrust Life Insurance Company
P.O. Box 14500
Des Moines, IA 50306-3500