HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Conning, a leading global provider of asset management solutions, services and research to the insurance industry, today announced a one year commitment as a strategic partner providing resources and thought leadership to the American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI). As part of the agreement, Conning key executives will participate as guest speakers and panelists at ACLI roundtables, webinars and conferences during 2012.

The American Council of Life Insurers is a trade association with more than 300 member companies representing more than 90 percent of the assets and premiums of the life insurance and annuity industry. In addition to life insurance and annuities, ACLI member companies offer pensions, 401(k)s and other retirement plans, long-term care insurance, disability income insurance and reinsurance.

Conning said this strategic partnership reaffirms the company’s commitment to help insurers understand the challenges of a changing world and to provide tools and insight to drive clients’ performance. “We are delighted to participate in a leadership role as a strategic partner with ACLI,” stated Rich Sega, Chief Investment Officer for Conning. “Conning has a long history of providing analysis and perspective on factors influencing market trends for insurance companies and we’re pleased to have the opportunity to exchange ideas with insurance industry leaders on these topics at ACLI conferences in 2012.”

About Conning

Conning (www.conning.com) is a leading asset manager for the insurance industry, with almost $85 billion in assets under management through its Hartford and Dublin investment centers as of November 30, 2011. For more than 25 years, Conning has built its asset management business to meet the investment and financial needs of insurers. The Company’s unique combination of asset management, risk and capital management solutions and insurance research helps clients achieve their financial goals through the implementation of customized business and investment strategies. Founded in 1912, Conning is headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, with additional offices in New York, London, Dublin, Cologne and Hong Kong.

CONTACT:

Conning
Teri James, +1-860-299-2335 (direct dial)
Teri.james@conning.com
or
ACLI
Jack Dolan, +1-202-624-2418
Vice President
Media Relations
jackdolan@acli.com
or
Stanton Public Relations & Marketing
Nicky McHugh, +1-646-502-3532 (direct dial)
conningteam@stantonprm.com

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