MINNEAPOLIS – Feb. 27, 2024 – Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz Life) has been recognized by Training Magazine for excellence in employer-sponsored training and development programs in the annual Training APEX Awards. Allianz Life ranked No. 7 out of 105 companies and received a Best Practice Award for its True Balance program.
Training Magazine, a leading business publication for learning and development professionals, ranks companies based on qualitative and quantitative factors such as budget, scope, training programs, evaluation results and business outcomes.
“At Allianz Life, we’re invested in making sure our employees are engaged and growing in their careers with continued education and global opportunities,” said Jenny Guldseth, chief people and culture officer, Allianz Life. “We know that learning looks different for everyone, so we’re really proud of the way we’ve tailored our programs to meet employees wherever they are at in their skill development journey.”
In 2023, Allianz Life employees tracked:
- Nearly 150,000 learning hours
- 3,048 hours of leadership development
In addition, 103 employees are currently participating in tuition and designation reimbursement.
“The 2024 Training APEX Awards winners are the shining stars in the learning and development industry,” said Lorri Freifeld, editor and publisher, Training Magazine. “They light the way for engaging, innovative, and continuous learning. We are thrilled to recognize their stellar accomplishments and dedication to helping their employees and organizations grow and succeed.”
Allianz Life offers continuous learning and development opportunities for employees throughout the year. These opportunities encompass various aspects such as enhancing knowledge in business and products, as well as focusing on the employee's area of expertise. Additionally, the company's tuition assistance program supports employees by providing reimbursement for degrees at the associate, bachelor's, master's, or doctorate level that are relevant to the business.
Learn more about the culture of continuous learning at www.allianzlife.com/culture.
