# RLI Insurance Company

## At a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Category | Specialty Insurance |
| Type | Carrier |
| Region | NA |
| Headquarters | Peoria, Illinois |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Stage | Enterprise |
| Employees | 887 |

## Overview

RLI Corp. is a specialty property and casualty insurance company founded in 1965 as Replacement Lens, Inc., originally focused on insuring contact lenses. Over six decades the company evolved into a diversified specialty insurer underwriting niche risks for businesses and individuals across property, casualty, surety, and professional liability lines. RLI distributes its products through a national network of agents and brokers and is known for its underwriting discipline and employee-ownership culture. Craig Kliethermes became President and CEO effective January 1, 2022, succeeding long-tenured CEO Jonathan Michael. RLI holds an AM Best A+ financial strength rating.

## Links

- Website: <https://www.rlicorp.com>
- Directory profile: <https://insurtechlist.com/companies/rli-insurance-company/>
- About:: <https://www.rlicorp.com/about>
- Website:: <https://www.rlicorp.com>
- Executive leadership:: <https://www.rlicorp.com/executive-leadership>

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*Last updated: 2026\-05\-17*