LendingTree CEO & Founder Dies in ATV Accident

Posted Wed, Oct 22nd, 2025

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LendingTree CEO & Founder Dies in ATV Accident

Accidental Coverage

LendingTree CEO and founder Doug Lebda tragically died at age 55 in an all-terrain vehicle accident on his family farm in North Carolina. Lebda founded LendingTree in 1996 to simplify the loan-shopping process, growing it into a leading online financial marketplace. The company reported $1.01 billion in revenue for the trailing twelve months ending in June 2025, and Lebda’s total annual compensation was reportedly $4.7 million. His leadership and vision helped transform financial services and touched millions of consumers along the way.

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Insurance Solution

Accidental Death & Dismemberment

The sudden passing of Doug Lebda, LendingTree CEO and founder, in an ATV accident is a powerful reminder that even successful, high-profile individuals face unexpected risks. Traditional life insurance may not fully protect clients with active or high-risk lifestyles.

For life insurance advisors, proactive planning is essential - especially for clients with high-profile careers and active lifestyles. While traditional life insurance offers broad coverage, it may not provide sufficient protection for individuals engaged in high-risk activities like ATV riding or adventure sports.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, available through the Excess Lines Market, provides meaningful financial protection in the event of a fatal accident. With benefit limits exceeding $100 million per person, global 24-hour coverage, and flexible terms from one day to three years, AD&D can serve as a critical supplement or alternative when traditional life coverage isn’t enough.

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