Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) today announced that Kristi Matus was elected to its board of directors last week at the company’s 2026 annual meeting of shareholders. In addition, she was appointed to serve on the audit committee and the risk and finance committee of the board.

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Kristi Matus

Matus brings more than 30 years of leadership and board experience across financial services, healthcare, and technology. Her background includes leading enterprise finance organizations, overseeing operations, government services, and administrative functions, and helping guide strategic planning and transformation initiatives for large, complex companies operating in highly regulated environments. She has held senior executive roles at USAA, Aetna, and athenahealth, and has served on several public company boards.

“With her financial expertise, governance experience, and operational depth, Kristi brings a strong skillset to our board,” said Kevin Kabat, chair of Unum Group’s board of directors. “We look forward to her contributions as the board supports the company’s focus on responsible growth, disciplined execution, and long-term value creation.”

Matus holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics from the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh. She is a member of the American Academy of Actuaries and a fellow of the Society of Actuaries.

ABOUT UNUM GROUP

Unum Group (NYSE: UNM), a leading international provider of workplace benefits and services, has been helping workers and their families thrive for more than 175 years. Through its Unum and Colonial Life brands, the company offers disability, life, accident, critical illness, dental, and vision insurance; leave and absence management support; and behavioral health services. In 2025, Unum Group reported revenues of $13.1 billion and paid $8.3 billion in benefits. The Fortune 500 company is recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere®.

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