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Group 1001

Insurance holding company delivering consumer-centric protection

Overview

Group 1001 is an insurance holding company in the United States that manages a family of consumer-focused financial services companies. It provides accumulation and protection solutions powered by technology to help customers save, protect assets, and access insurance products more easily. The company works by combining industry expertise with a digital, customer-centric approach to deliver products and services that are easy to understand and use, often through a tech-driven platform. It differentiates itself from competitors with its nimble, tech-enabled operations, a focus on consumer convenience, and a commitment to community programs that support sports and education. The main goal is to set a new standard in the insurance industry by making insurance more useful and intuitive for everyone, while creating long-term value for customers, employees, and communities.

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About Group 1001

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Why Group 1001 is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

FintechFinancial Services

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$108M

Headquarters

Indianapolis, IN

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • AM Best affirmed A- ratings and turned positive on October 10, 2025.
  • Delaware Life earned Ward's 50 honors for seven consecutive years, including July 14, 2026.
  • Assets rose to $87.1 billion and 540,000 policies by June 30, 2026, showing scale.

What critics are saying

  • The October 2026 Florida and Indiana lawsuits attack annuity disclosures and related-party financing.
  • Federal investigators and the SEC are probing TWG-related investments disclosed by Delaware Life in June 2026.
  • Regulators approved a $3.8 billion asset exchange on October 22, 2026; failure would cripple capital flexibility.

What makes Group 1001 unique

  • Gainbridge sells no-commission annuities, and Peter Bishop joined marketing on November 5, 2026.
  • Delaware Life launched Bitcoin-linked FIA exposure on January 20, 2026, first among insurers.
  • Group 1001 combines insurance, investing, and sports partnerships across Delaware Life, Gainbridge, and Parity.

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Funding

Total Funding

$108M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

Coverager
Nov 17th, 2024
Tony Marichal Joins Group 1001

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Jun 26th, 2024
Group 1001 Names Martin Woll As Coo

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Nov 9th, 2023
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Car financing startup Lendbuzz, based in Boston, raised $45 million in equity and $300 million in debt led by insurance holding company Group1001.

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Oct 9th, 2023
Mylo Partners With Gainbridge

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Oct 5th, 2023
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