NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pacific Life announced today it has been named one of the 2020 World’s Most Ethical Companies^® by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Pacific Life was evaluated on five categories, including: compliance and ethics program; corporate citizenship and responsibility; culture of ethics; corporate governance; and leadership, innovation and reputation.

This marks Pacific Life’s third consecutive recognition from the Ethisphere Institute, which honors companies who have purpose-based strategies that strive to create positive change in their communities.

“As one of only four honorees in the insurance industry, this recognition underscores Pacific Life’s continued commitment to leading with integrity and prioritizing ethical business practices,” said Jim Morris, chairman, president and CEO of Pacific Life.

About Pacific Life

For more than 150 years, Pacific Life has helped millions of individuals and families with their financial needs through a wide range of life insurance products, annuities, and mutual funds, and offers a variety of investment products and services to individuals, businesses, and pension plans. Whether your goal is to protect loved ones or grow your assets for retirement, Pacific Life offers innovative products and services that provide value and financial security for current and future generations. Pacific Life counts more than half of the 100 largest U.S. companies as its clients and has been named one of the 2020 World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. For additional company information, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.PacificLife.com.

Pacific Life refers to Pacific Life Insurance Company and its affiliates, including Pacific Life & Annuity Company. Client count as of June 2019 is compiled by Pacific Life using the 2019 FORTUNE 500^® list.