Ethos is a life insurance company that offers an online application process that prioritizes speed and ease of application. Its mission is “to protect the next million families”, and it describes itself as a “no-medical-exam, instant life insurance provider” that provides "life insurance in five minutes”. For consumers, the company provides life insurance policies designed to be accessible and affordable, leveraging data analytics to assess risk and expedite approvals through digitally-native underwriting. It also has an agent sales portal intended to serve as a turnkey solution for agents.
Founding Date
Jan 1, 2016
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Total Funding
$ 414M
Stage
series d
Employees
251-500
Updated
August 8, 2024
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