Kemper appoints Joe Lacher to Board as CEO and names Robert Joyce as Non-Executive Chairman

– USA, IL – Kemper Corporation (NYSE: KMPR) announced today that effective immediately, Joseph P. Lacher, Jr., 46, joined Kemper Corporation as President, Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Kemper Board of Directors. The company also announced today that Robert J. Joyce became non-executive Chairman of its Board of Directors.

In conjunction with today’s appointments, Donald G. Southwell, who had previously announced his plans to retire, has relinquished his positions as Kemper’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer as well as his position on the Board of Directors. He is expected to serve as a senior advisor to the company until his retirement on May 26, 2016.

“Joe is an experienced and well-regarded insurance executive with a strong track record of delivering results. We are excited about Kemper’s future, given Joe’s leadership ability and deep industry experience, coupled with the strong Kemper team,” said Joyce. “We are proud of the Kemper history and appreciate all Don’s accomplishments during these past 20 years with the company.”

“I look forward to helping the Kemper team realize our full potential,” said Lacher. “We are committed to fulfilling our promises to our policyholders, enhancing the strong relationships with our agents and delivering for our shareholders. This is a tremendous opportunity to join an already strong Kemper team.”

Lacher previously served in several senior executive roles in the insurance industry. He was President of Allstate Protection, where he led all of the company’s property and casualty offerings serving more than 17 million American households. Prior to Allstate, he spent 18 years at the Travelers Companies, most recently serving as Executive Vice President of Personal Lines and Select Accounts. Lacher earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Notre Dame.

About Kemper

The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading insurers. With $8 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by offering personalized solutions for individuals, families and businesses. Kemper’s businesses collectively:

Offer insurance for home, auto, life, health and valuables
Service six million policies
Are represented by 30,000 agents and brokers
Employ 6,000 associates dedicated to providing exceptional service
Are licensed to sell insurance in 50 states and the District of Columbia

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