MetLife Inc. is one of the leading global providers of insurance, annuities and employee benefit programs in the world, serving 90 million customers in over 60 countries. Based in Winston Salem, N.C., the firm provides financial planning, education planning, estate planning and asset allocation strategies. In addition to life, nonmedical health and property and casualty insurance, MetLife offers savings and retirement products and services for individuals, small businesses and large institutions. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, the company serves the areas of United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East.