Mass Mutual was founded by George W. Rice in 1851. In the mid 1800s, there was a surge in the popularity of mutual companies in the insurance industry, which in part aided in the early success of Mass Mutual, among other mutual companies. Simultaneously, the California Gold Rush created new business opportunities for Mass Mutual, as railways and workers, adventurers, and people who were relocating during westward expansion were in the market for insurance policies. Yet another company that braved The Great Depression, Mass Mutual added a slew of new products over the years and has cemented itself as a leader in the industry.

Mass Mutual offers products such as life insurance, including universal life insurance, disability funds, retirement funds, and college funds. It possesses an award-winning marketing and communications team wit...