National Guardian Life Insurance Company. A company that stands above the rest.

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1 National Guardian Life Insurance Company A company that stands above the rest.

2 S ince 1910, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) has consistently been rated one of America s most successful, independent mutual life insurance companies. While adhering to the highest standards of quality and integrity, we continually demonstrate our commitment to our policyowners, their families, and the communities in which they work and live. Our well-designed preneed, final expense and group accident and health products, paired with our high-quality service, allow us to reaffirm our dedication to you. Throughout our history and in the face of much change, we have remained true to our pillars of distinction, financial stability, partnership mentality, excellent customer service and innovative strategies. Our strategy is sound, focusing on improvements in business efficiencies, careful expense management, and a disciplined approach to achieving future growth while maintaining a solid financial foundation. Our success reflects our conservative business philosophy, a culture built on responsible corporate conduct and a focus on financial security for our policyowners and business partners. With financial strength as our foundation, we re able to focus not only on building a relationship with you, but also on ways we can better serve all of our stakeholders. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you. John D. Larson Mark L. Solverud Chairman and Chief Executive Officer President and Chief Operating Officer

3 Our mission is to provide financial peace of mind along with trust, value and convenience. At NGL, it s about people. NGL manages its investment portfolios for the long-term because we recognize that our portfolio must withstand difficult economic periods. Robert Mucci, CFA Senior Vice President & Treasurer & Director of Corporate Services I really believe here at NGL, being a partner is a significant relationship that one has with the company; it s a two-way relationship not a one-way relationship. Ed Patschke Partner & President Advance Planning Services Excellent customer service begins with people. At NGL we are committed to continually exceeding our customers expectations and take pride in making every transaction a positive and friendly experience. Janet Fosdick, FLMI, ACS Vice President & Director of Policy Administration NGL has given us the tools necessary to help our clients take their programs to the next level. In partnership with NGL we have continually enjoyed working with the team in the development of new, innovative strategies and marketing approaches that work. Kenneth P. Floyd Partner & National Executive Director for Preneed Development Atlanta Life

4 How is NGL different fro Financial Stability Our success reflects our focus on long-term financial security for our policyowners and business partners. NGL s consolidated assets continue to grow and now exceed $2.5 Billion an increase of 126% over the last 10 years. We also continue to be one of the most highly-rated companies in the industry. A.M. Best A- (Excellent) Standard & Poors A pi (Strong Financial Security) Partnership Mentality At NGL, we understand that our partners drive our success and they deserve more than just an insurance provider. That is why whether we are developing a new product, creating a marketing tool or reviewing our staffing needs, we include our partner s perspective in all we do. NGL continues to stay responsive, customeroriented, and flexible. We have solutions to fit the needs of our partners and the expertise to build long-term relationships with all of our partners. Excellent Customer Service At NGL, we believe excellent customer service is key to success. If something is important to one of our policyowners, marketing partners or agents, it s important to us. Not only do we set our service standards high, we publish closely tracked customer service statistics on a quarterly basis. NGL strives to exceed service expectations in all areas of its business. When it comes to processing new policies and claims, NGL consistently meets or exceeds its own very high standards. Accuracy and speed are both a priority. Innovation Strategies In the late 1990s, NGL refocused its business model to concentrate on a few strategic niche markets: preneed, final expense and group accident and health products. This forward thinking approach continues in the way NGL does business today. We provide service at the speed of technology, allowing electronic new business and claims submission. By keeping abreast of market trends and technological advancements, as well as looking for new ways to reach our customers, we stand poised to meet the changing needs of tomorrow.

5 m other companies? Consolidated assets exceeded $2.5 Billion, with consolidated equity of $304 Million Consolidated assets exceeded $1.8 Billion, with consolidated equity of nearly $220 Million Ordinary insurance in force increases to $6 Billion Assets exceed $300 Million and insurance in force increases to $2 Billion Assets exceed $150 Million NGL reached its first $100 Million of insurance in force. NGL Building East Gilman Street - Madison WI NGL entered the Voluntary Benefits market Ordinary insurance in force increases to $4 Billion NGL entered the Preneed market Assets exceed $500 Million Ordinary insurance in force increases to $1 Billion NGL reached a milestone of $500 Million of insurance in force NGL reached a goal of $250 Million of insurance in force NGL became a mutual company. NGL Building Bank of Wisconsin Building - Madison WI National was added to our name when Germania Life Insurance Company became The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America in The first life insurance policy was issued.

6 Guiding Principles Operate as a mutual life insurer for the long-term benefit of our policyowners. Pursue select business areas where our capabilities and resources will result in profitable growth. Provide a challenging and rewarding work environment for our employees. Be a responsible corporate citizen in our industry and communities. Let honesty and integrity guide us in all our relationships. Two East Gilman Street - Madison WI Insurance coverage provided by National Guardian Life Insurance Company. National Guardian Life Insurance Company is not affiliated with The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, a/k/a The Guardian or Guardian Life. Financials current as of 12/31/10 and ratings current as of 05/05/11. NGL Company Brochure 10/11

7 NGL s Financial Strength Since 1910, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) has been dedicated to the highest standards of quality and integrity. This is why we have always maintained a conservative investment philosophy, allowing us to offer you quality products that are among the safest in the industry. Quality of Investments Our investment philosophy is simple safety and security for our policyowners is our number one concern. Stability should not be sacrificed for short-term yield. Therefore, our investment portfolio is focused on long-term success ,143 2,664 96% of our bond holdings are rated in the highest quality categories. NGL does not purchase junk or speculative bonds for our investment portfolios ,510 1,672 1,821 Total Assets (in Millions) Mortgage loans and real estate account for less than 4% of our invested assets. Exposure to the equity market through common stock is maintained at a prudent level ,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 Assets of the NGL Insurance Group have increased 76% over the past eight years through acquisitions and new sales, nearing $2.7 billion. Adequacy of Reserves and Capital The members of the NGL Insurance Group establish reserves to ensure that enough money is available to pay future benefits. Minimum reserve requirements are set by state law to ensure that funds will be available to meet all future obligations to policyowners Policies in Force (in Thousands) Policies in force have increased by 180% over the past eight years. Policy reserves & contract liabilities meet or exceed the conservative legal requirements. This provides security for our policyowners that their benefits will be paid in a timely manner. Statutory capital significantly exceeds regulatory requirements. This provides policyowners with additional security that their funds are safe and benefits will be paid when due, even in the most difficult of economic conditions.

8 NGL Insurance Group s Surplus We are committed to maintaining a strong surplus position Surplus (in Millions) On December 31, 2011, 86.5% of NGL s investments were in bonds and 3.3% were in mortgage loans. 96% of NGL s bonds are investment-grade. All non-investmentgrade bonds were purchased as investment-grade but have been downgraded since acquisition Statutory surplus has increased 57% since 2003 and is currently a healthy 7.9% of liabilities. Invested Assets and Income as of 12/31/11 Mortgages 3.6% Bonds 87.9% Policy Loans 2.2% Stocks - Public 0.4% Total Income $146,612,000 Cash & Other 2.6% Preferred 1.7% Real Estate 1.6% Mortgages as of 12/31/11 Cash & Other 4.8% Stocks - Public 2.0% Stocks - Affiliated Preferred 1.3% 0.0% Real Estate 0.4% Policy Loans 1.7% Mortgages 3.3% Our mortgage loans are well diversified both in terms of type and geographical location. Bonds 86.5% Total Investments $2,549,522,000 Apartment 0.8% Assisted Living 12.9% Other 12.4% East North Central 20.9% West North Central 24.7% Retail 23.0% Industrial 28.8% Mountain 18.8% South Atlantic 9.4% Office 22.1% West South Central 17.0% East South Central 9.2% Contact us today at Insurance coverage provided by National Guardian Life Insurance Company. National Guardian Life Insurance Company is not affiliated with The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, a/k/a The Guardian or Guardian Life. For producer use only, not for use with the general public. NGL Company Brochure Insert 02/12