Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) announced that Kristi Matus was elected to its board of directors at the company's annual meeting of shareholders. She was also appointed to serve on the audit committee and the risk and finance committee of the board.

Matus brings more than 30 years of leadership and board experience across financial services, healthcare, and technology sectors. She has held senior executive roles at USAA, Aetna, and athenahealth, and has served on several public company boards. Her background includes leading enterprise finance organizations, overseeing operations, government services, and administrative functions.

"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.

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

Unum Group provides workplace benefits and services through its Unum and Colonial Life brands, offering disability, life, accident, critical illness, dental, and vision insurance. The company reported revenues of $13.1 billion in 2025 and paid $8.3 billion in benefits, according to the press release.