## CORPORATE HIGHLIGHTS 

The promise of Security Assured has been a 117-year tradition at Kansas City Life Insurance Company. The goal of this mission is to not only safeguard individuals, families and businesses against the unpredictable elements of life, but is also the foundation on which the Company was built. 

At times, this mission has also included safeguarding policyholders against the unpredictable elements of our economy. This unpredictable and difficult economic environment, with its sustained period of low interest rates, has made it challenging for financial service companies and investors to satisfy both short-term and long- term objectives for consumers. 

However, despite operating in this unpredictable economy, Kansas City Life continues to maintain a well-managed, diversified investment portfolio and a strong capital position. The Company will continue its goal to remain at an excellent competitive position and always live up to our mission – providing Security Assured during any economic cycle. 

## Individual Insurance 

Kansas City Life Insurance Company’s Individual Insurance segment provides financial security to consumers in 48 states. Life insurance products are distributed through two channels: the 

Company’s field force and alliances with third-party marketing arrangements. 

## Company field force 

The Company’s field force is represented by independent agencies, which are operated by general agents and agents across the U.S. and in certain locations in Europe. Kansas City Life Insurance Company provides each agency with the product portfolio and marketing support necessary to succeed in servicing consumers in their local markets. 

The Company’s expanding product portfolio and individual one-on- one support from the Home Office are attractive recruiting resources, setting Kansas City Life apart from many in the industry. 

## Third-party alliances 

Independent alliances with American Republic Insurance Company and GuideOne Mutual Insurance Company allow representatives from both companies to distribute Kansas City Life’s products. These agreements provide representatives with the complementary products and services they need to offer financial security to their clients. 

## Life insurance sales 

Life insurance sales and new business production at Kansas City Life are measured by new premiums 

## The symbolism within the doors ... 

## Shield with chevrons for Protection Shield with bars for Guardianship 

Two shields adorn the bronze doors; the shield with chevrons denotes protection and the shield with horizontal bars represents guardianship. 

## Helmet for Valor 

A helmet, the symbol of knightly valor, is among the figures on the doors and also stands for mercy. 

## Dolphin for Beauty 

The graceful dolphin upon the doors is synonymous with beauty while the pine tree, growing tall against the sky behind the dolphin, stands for longevity. 

## Owl for Wisdom 

The owl on the doors is an ancient symbol for wisdom and insight. 

## Oak leaf for Strength 

The oak leaf carved in our bronze doors was taken from the pagan Greeks who believed all the simplest things in nature had significance. They saw the oak leaf as a symbol of strength. 

## Burning lamp for Life Burning torches for Progress Sun for the Light  of the world 

Three other carvings complete the designs in the doors. One of these is a burning lamp, the flame of which denotes life, and the others are the sun and torches, also a flame, meaning progress. 

