Kemper Announces Robert Otis as New Preferred Home and Auto Leader

Business Wire

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kemper Corporation (NYSE: KMPR) announced that Robert Otis has joined the company as Senior Vice President, Preferred Home and Auto, effective today.

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Robert Otis, Senior Vice President, Preferred Home and Auto, Kemper Corporation (Photo: Business Wire)

Otis will report to Duane Sanders, President of Kemper’s P&C Division, and will be based in Chicago. He will be responsible for Kemper’s national Preferred Home and Auto lines for individuals, families and businesses sold through an exclusive network of independent agencies.

“Bob brings extensive property and casualty insurance and leadership experience to Kemper, and is known for his ability to execute strategic initiatives and improve business results,” said Sanders. “The Preferred business is an important part of Kemper’s strategy, and we look forward to his guidance and expertise in continuing to drive growth.”

Otis joins Kemper with nearly 30 years of experience in property and casualty insurance, previously holding executive positions with Allstate, USAA and Travelers. Most recently, he was President of National Lloyds Corporation, a regional property lines insurance company. Otis received a BA from the University of Dayton, an MBA from Xavier University, and holds a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter designation.

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 20,000 agents and brokers
Employ 5,750 associates dedicated to providing exceptional service
Are licensed to sell insurance in 50 states and the District of Columbia

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