ALL-STATE COMPANY
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

Founded on April 17, 1931, by General Robert E. Wood, with a name inspired by an automobile tire sold in the Sears catalog, Allstate Insurance Company has evolved into a premier player in the personal lines property and casualty insurance sector. Publicly traded since 1993 on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ALL, Allstate reported nearly $104.7 billion in total assets as of year-end 2015. With its headquarters situated in Northbrook, Illinois, and a Florida company status established on February 10, 1967, in Jacksonville (Duval County), with filing number 313629, Allstate serves over 16 million households in the United States. Their wide-ranging products include auto, motorcycle, and renters insurance, bolstered by features such as accident forgiveness, new car replacement, competitive rates, Deductible Rewards Program, and various other benefits. Engaging online publishers through its affiliate program, Allstate provides opportunities to earn commissions ranging from $5 to $8 per referral for auto or motorcycle insurance quotes generated from the Allstate website. The company's reputation is strengthened by programs like 'Helping Hands,' which have mobilized a significant portion of their workforce to contribute to community causes. Allstate's history includes pioneering efforts in promoting consumer safety, supporting women entering the workforce during World War II, and becoming one of the first insurance companies offering premium discounts on small cars. They also developed innovative business strategies such as the creation of specialized products like Universal Life insurance and Business Umbrella packages to cater to diverse commercial needs. Significant milestones in Allstate's history include going public with what was then the largest U.S. initial public offering, becoming independent from Sears in 1996, forming the Allstate Federal Savings Bank, and instituting services like the national CAT Team for catastrophe response. The company remains a trusted name nationwide, continually adapting to meet evolving market demands and industry standards.