Trademark Hall of Fame

Name

TIAA

Official website

Owned by

TEACHERS INSURANCE AND ANNUITY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

Description

TIAA, short for Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America, was established in 1918 to provide retirement financial services for educators. Founded by Andrew Carnegie and Andrew White, TIAA aimed to ensure the financial well-being of teachers and academic professionals. Initially focused on annuities, the company expanded its offerings to include various financial products and services, such as investment management, life insurance, and retirement planning.The company registered their first logo trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on February 8, 1966.

TIAA has played a pivotal role in shaping retirement systems and financial planning for the academic and nonprofit sectors. Over the years, it has evolved into a leading financial services organization, serving individuals, institutions, and cultural organizations.

Selected trademarks

Registration number:

4366884

Filing date:

2024-03-01

Office:

USPTO

Registration number:

5777516

Filing date:

2019-11-06

Office:

USPTO

Registration number:

1605921

Filing date:

2020-03-17

Office:

USPTO