ASI History

From humble beginnings in the Sunshine State to coverage offerings throughout the U.S., learn about where we began and where we are going.

    • Expands coverage to 40 states
    • Launches Auto program in California (ASI Select)
  • 2015
    • Progressive purchases majority interest in ASI
    • Becomes one of the 15 largest residential property insurers in U.S.
    • Expands coverage to 30 states
  • 2014
    • First catastrophe bond issued
    • 1 millionth policy sold
    • Named one of Florida Trend’s “Best Companies To Work For”
  • 2013
    • $1 billion in earned premium
    • $500 million of policyholder surplus
    • Earns No.1 spot in Tampa Bay Times’ “Top Workplaces” program
    • Named one of Florida Trend’s “Best Companies To Work For”
  • 2012
    • Earns A.M. Best Rating "A"
    • ASI and Progressive make reciprocal investments
    • Named one of Florida Trend’s “Best Companies To Work For”
    • Expands coverage to 20 states
  • 2011
    • Earns No.1 spot in Tampa Bay Times’ “Top Workplaces” program
    • Wins the National Flood Insurance Program’s 2010 Administrator’s Club Award
    • Named one of Florida Trend’s “Best Companies To Work For”
  • 2010
    • Earns Florida Trend’s “Best Mid-Sized Company” award
    • 500,000th policy sold
    • Expands coverage to 10 states
  • 2009
    • Progressive Home Advantage® launches
  • 2008
    • Expands coverage to five states
  • 2007
    • Earns A.M. Best Rating "A-"
  • 2005
    • ASI outperformed competitors and increased reputation with independent agencies
    • Hurricanes Wilma, Rita and Katrina
  • 2004
    • The first set of catastrophes that showed ASI was financially stable
    • Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan and Jeanne
  • 2002
    • 100,000th policy sold
  • 2001
    • Earns A.M. Best Rating "B++"
    • Expanded to offer coverage in Texas
  • 2000
    • First Flood policy issued
  • 1999
    • First Umbrella policy issued
  • 1998
    • First Homeowners Policy issued
  • 1997
    • Founded by John F. Auer
    • Incorporation of ASI and ARX Holding Corp.
    • Began offering coverage in Florida
    • Goal: Become the Progressive of Residential Property Insurance

The Past, Present and Future of ASI

Our achievements happened because of the dedication and hard work of our companies, affiliations, partners and employees. Learn more about the organizations and individuals who continue to strengthen our success.

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