American Savings
Life Insurance Company

Serving policyholders since 1954 with specialized life insurance, annuity and loan products.

American Eagle
10‑Year Annual Growth Rate

8.9%

Consistent, long‑term growth

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Years in business

70+

Trusted for generations

A tradition of strength, service, and security — Get to know American Savings Life Insurnace

American Savings Life Insurance Company was founded in 1954 in Phoenix, Arizona, with a vision to provide financial security and peace of mind to families and businesses. Our roots are in conservative investment principles and a commitment to long-term stability for our policyholders and shareholders.

For over 70 years, ASL has specialized in life insurance, annuity, and lending products, growing through prudent management and a focus on superior financial strength. Today, we continue to serve our community with personalized service, innovative products, and a tradition of trust and reliability that sets us apart in the industry.

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Our history

Key milestones

Highlights from our 70+ years of service

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Founded in Frihoff Allen's home, Phoenix
1954
1965
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Began selling Military (no war clause) policies
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Began selling College Plan juvenile policies
1967
1994
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Began selling Youth Life policies
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Home office moved to Mesa, AZ
1999
2001
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Began selling Grand Slam policies
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American Life Financial Corp. Formed
2007
2009
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Began selling annuities in AZ & UT
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Expanded lending outside AZ
2013
2014
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Began selling loan participations
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Began lending nationwide
2022
2024
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Expanded licensing to 15 states
Our Foundation

Strategic advantages of American Savings Life

Built on 70 years of proven principles and values that guide everything we do

Our Core Values
Our Purpose

We Help Build and Protect Legacies

At American Savings Life Insurance Company, We strive to live these values.

Integrity
Partnership
Stewardship
Consideration
Professionalism
Growth Mindset
Our Vision

The preferred life insurance company and commercial bridge loan provider

Guided by our founder's timeless principles that have driven success for over seven decades.

Safe Investments
Mutual Respect
Stewardship of Stockholder Funds
Debt Avoidance
Dependable Dividends
High Ethical Standards
Prudent Growth
Availability of Funds
Our Vision and Principles
Our Journey

Celebrating 70 Years of Growth

From our humble beginnings to three generations of leadership

1954-1957

Original Home Office

Frihoff Allen's Home
Phoenix, AZ

For the first three years the Company operated out of Frihoff Allen's home in Phoenix, AZ.

Frihoff Allen's Home Office 1954-1957
1957-1973 Office Building
1957-1973

First Commercial Office

2830 N. 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ

1973-1999

Growth and Expansion

4750 E. Broadway Rd.
Phoenix, AZ

1973-1999 Office Building
Current Office Building 1999-Present
1999-Present

Current Office

935 E. Main Street
Mesa, AZ

Leadership

3 Generations of Leadership

A family legacy spanning over seven decades

Frihoff N. Allen

Frihoff N. Allen

1954-1977
Founder and first President
David K. Allen

David K. Allen

1977-2006
Second generation leader
Byron E. Allen

Byron E. Allen

2006-Present
Current President & CEO
Our team

Our team of problem solvers

Meet some of the people behind American Savings Life Insurance Company.

Our Leadership

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Byron Allen

President / CEO
E. Paul Whetten

E. Paul Whetten

EVP / COO
John Shirts

John Shirts

Chief Financial Officer
Michael L. Frahm

Michael L. Frahm

Senior Vice President

Our Servicers

Linda Williams

Linda Williams

Account Services
Ellen Seger

Ellen Seger

Account Services
Shawnee

Shawnee Kanteena

Account Services
Tracey Leonard

Tracey Leonard

Account Services

Ready to secure your future?

Contact us to learn how American Savings Life Insurance Company can help you protect your financial future through our life insurance, annuity and lending products.

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