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American National Insurance Co.

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Vision

To be a leading provider of financial 

products and services for current 

and future generations

Mission

We will earn the trust of our customers 

and of our diverse distribution partners by 

always acting with integrity and fairness, 

and by working to exceed expectations.

We are committed to teamwork and 

continuous improvement in all that we do.

We will be prudent stewards of our assets, 

conservative navigators of risk, and 

steadfast in our resolve to preserve and 

enhance our reputation for enduring 

strength and success.

difficult to balance the demands of life and struggle to keep 

L IFE IS COMPLICATED. More and more people are finding it 

themselves centered. At any point in time, one person can 

be expected to take on multiple roles with each one pulling in a 

coverage to individuals and a reasonable return to American National 

Other life insurance coverages are permanent, that is the 

and its shareholders. Following are descriptions of the general types 

insurance stays in force for the life of the insured as long as 

of insurance products offered by American National.

premiums are paid. Permanent life insurance accumulates 

cash value that can be withdrawn or borrowed against. Whole 

life insurance provides permanent coverage in return for level 

different direction. 

LIFE INSURANCE

Balance is the perfect 

state of still water. Let that 

be our model. It remains 

quiet within and is not 

disturbed on the surface.

– C O N F U C I U S 

It is easy to blame many of these complications on modern 

Life insurance products pay benefits in the event of the insured’s 

premiums. In contrast, universal life insurance allows for 

developments such as more demanding jobs and advanced 

technology, but people have been striving for balance in their lives 

for centuries. Balance represents a state of equilibrium and stability 

where important elements in our lives are maintained in appropriate 

proportion. Individuals who are balanced feel calm, grounded, 

clear-headed and motivated. They have the ability to offset negative 

events in their lives with positive ones, allowing them to better cope 

with challenges.

Some focus on maintaining internal balance. Others concentrate 

on balancing work and personal lives. The greatest benefit is 

achieved when we attempt to maintain balance in all aspects of our 

lives and minimize those things that drain our time and energy.

Finances are one aspect of life that can throw individuals off 

balance. There are so many considerations – monthly expenses, 

costs for emergencies and future needs. Unfortunately, future needs 

are often ignored as individuals struggle to cover present-day bills. 

Still, these future needs and the risks associated with not preparing 

for them loom overhead. The risks increase as time passes without a 

plan. Fortunately, small steps taken today can greatly reduce the risk 

of not meeting future needs. 

While it is difficult for many to face, mortality is a fact of life 

that we cannot change or predict. Still, with a little effort, we can 

prepare for its eventuality and then put it behind us as we live 

today without the worry of what our loved ones may be asked to 

endure tomorrow. 

American National Insurance Company either directly or through 

its subsidiaries (collectively “American National”) offers many 

financial products and services to address certain financial risks. 

These products are designed to balance the needs of the enterprise 

with those of our policyholders and agents. Additionally, corporate 

growth strategies strike a balance between providing relevant 

death, with variations to address individual needs. Term insurance 

flexibility with premiums, payment schedules and the amount of 

typically represents the most affordable insurance at the time of 

coverage. Most permanent products provide a minimum level of 

purchase. It provides coverage for a specified period of time. Credit 

accumulation. Variable universal life is the exception as  

Life Insurance is a special form of term insurance, whereby the

the consumer participates fully in the returns of the chosen 

insurance proceeds pay off debt in the event of the insured’s death. 

separate accounts. 

Life Insurance

Term

Credit Life

Description

Simplest form of life insurance that provides pure death benefit coverage for a limited term at a fixed rate.

Specialized term insurance established to pay all or a portion of borrower’s debt in the event of death during the term of 
the loan.

Whole Life
(Fixed or Interest Sensitive Life)

Permanent life insurance with level premiums. A savings component accumulates cash value that can be withdrawn or 
borrowed against.

Universal Life (UL)
(Interest Sensitive Life)

Indexed UL
(Interest Sensitive Life)

Variable UL
(Interest Sensitive Life)

Permanent life insurance that allows for flexible premiums, payment schedules and coverage. Premium payments in excess 
of current cost of insurance rates and fees accumulate cash value based on a declared rate, subject to a minimum for the 
duration of the policy.

Universal life insurance with a potential for higher cash value, with the growth related to a market index return.

Universal life insurance with a potential for higher cash value. However, there is more risk to the customer as cash value 
can also decrease. Cash value increases and decreases are based on allocations to subaccounts that invest in underlying 
mutual funds. 

American National’s life insurance products are issued and underwritten by one or more of the following companies: American National Insurance Company, American National Life Insurance 
Company of Texas, American National Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Life and Accident Insurance Company and Farm Family Life Insurance Company.

ANNUITIES

payment guaranteed. Immediate annuity payments can also be set 

American National’s annuities and pension plan services can be 

up to provide income payments while at least one of two covered 

powerful tools for establishing a secure retirement income stream. 

persons is alive.

Deferred annuities allow individuals to save money tax-deferred for 

Similar to life insurance, annuities can be fixed, indexed or 

retirement. At a later time, the accumulated funds can be converted 

variable. Fixed annuities accumulate interest based on a guaranteed 

to income payments to supplement other retirement income. 

interest rate over a set period, as established by the company. At 

Immediate annuities provide a guaranteed income stream. 

the end of the period, a new fixed rate is set based on then current 

Multiple payout options are available including payments over 

interest rates. The return on indexed annuities is tied to an outside 

a defined period of time, the remaining life of the client or the 

index return. 

remaining life of the client with a minimum number of years of 

The value of variable annuities is determined largely by the 

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performance of subaccounts, which are based on underlying mutual 

provide a guaranteed lifetime income and offer various guaranteed 

PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE

American National offers personal property and casualty 

funds that invest in various stocks, bonds and money market 

death benefits. Additionally, annuity eanings are tax-deferred until 

Our working years are often focused on accumulating assets, 

products that protect basic family assets. Specialty products to cover 

instruments, or some combination thereof. Variable annuities can 

the money is withdrawn.

including homes, vehicles and businesses. These assets are 

personal interests, such as classic cars, motorcycles, boats and 

Annuity

Fixed Deferred Annuity

A long-term vehicle to accumulate retirement assets tax deferred. Accumulation is based on a set return for a period of 
time, subject to a minimum for the policy duration.

Description

Indexed Deferred Annuity

A long-term vehicle to accumulate retirement assets tax deferred. Accumulation includes upside potential related to the 
performance of a market index.

Variable Deferred Annuity

A long-term vehicle to accumulate retirement assets tax deferred, with gains or losses in value based on the performance 
of sub-accounts that invest in underlying mutual funds. Group Unallocated Variable Deferred Annuities are the basis for our 
pension plans.

Immediate Fixed Annuity

An income annuity that pays a guaranteed income stream in exchange for a lump sum.

American National’s annuities are issued and underwritten by one or more of the following companies: American National Insurance Company, American National Life Insurance Company of New 
York, Standard Life and Accident Insurance Company and Farm Family Life Insurance Company.

HEALTH INSURANCE

copayments, coinsurance, deductibles and services not covered 

Managing health insurance costs is critical. One major illness can 

by Original Medicare are the individual’s responsibility. American 

quickly draw down assets. The Patient Protection and Affordable 

National’s Medicare Supplement products can help pay some of 

Care Act, health reform legislation passed in 2010, provides 

these costs. Clients can choose one of the available plans that best 

individuals more uniform access to health insurance. However, for 

meets their needs and concerns.

many, the coverage is not enough to provide peace of mind, as they 

American National also offers dental, cancer, critical illness and 

do not cover all medical events and costs. 

hospital indemnity, as well as accidental death and dismemberment 

American National offers a variety of supplemental insurance 

to individuals and employer groups. Additionally, self-funded 

products designed to complement healthcare benefits provided 

employers often turn to American National’s stop-loss insurance to 

by primary, basic health insurance coverages. As an example, 

minimize their risk on an individual or group.

Health Insurance

Supplemental Health Insurance:
Cancer
Dental
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity/Limited Medical
Accident / Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Medigap
We offer the following standardized plans: 
A, B, C, D, F, F(hd), G, &N

Stop Loss

Credit Disability

Description

Cover specific types of expenses not covered by basic health care policies

Gap product that complements Original Medicare policies. 

 Primarily for self-funded employers, to cover the cost of employee medical bills 
beyond a predetermined amount

 Provides benefit payments to the lender in the event of total disability due to a 
covered illness or injury during the term of coverage

Health insurance products are issued and underwritten by one or more of the following companies: American National Insurance Company, American National Life Insurance 
Company of Texas, Standard Life and Accident Insurance Company and Farm Family Life Insurance Company.

regularly subject to perils. American National’s property and 

recreational vehicles are also available. 

casualty insurance products protect such valued possessions. 

American National is well known for insurance products that 

Property insurance protects against the loss of physical property or 

cover certain commercial exposures, particularly agriculture related 

its income producing abilities. Casualty insurance protects against 

insurance products that provide peace of mind for small farms and 

the legal liability that can result from injury to other people or 

wineries as well as other niche markets. 

•	 Commercial Auto
•	 Motorcycle

•	 Renters
•	 Condos

damage to their property.

Insurance Coverage

Auto Insurance
(Personal and Commercial Property)
•	 Personal Auto  
•	 Collector Car
•	 Recreational Vehicles
Homeowners Insurance
(Personal Property & Casualty)
•	 Personal Dwelling
•	 Tenants

Boatowners 
(Personal Property & Casualty)

Business Owners (BOP)
(Commercial Property & Casualty)

Commercial Package Policy
(Commercial Property & Casualty)

Flood insurance 
(Personal Property)

General Liability
(Commercial Casualty)

Special Farm Package
(Commercial Property & Casualty)

Umbrella policy 
(Personal & Commercial Property & Casualty)

Workers Compensation
(Commercial Casualty)

Credit Products
(Personal Property & Casualty)

Description

Covers bodily injury and property damage liability plus physical damage to the vehicle

Protects the value of homes, including the structure, personal property, contents, loss of use, and 
some forms of personal liability

Coverage for physical damage to boats as well as liability coverage for the boat owner

Provides coverage for small and medium-sized businesses.  Provides both general liability and 
property insurance.

Includes Liability, Property, Inland Marine, and Crime coverages

Protects home or business against damage from flooding

Protects insured from legal liabilities imposed by lawsuits and/or similar third party claims 
resulting from various business pursuits

Provides customized coverage for farming operations to include personal dwelling, farming 
operation buildings, machinery, contents

Additional protection in excess of specified other policy limits and potentially primary coverage 
for losses not covered by other policies.

Replaces all or part of a worker’s wages lost and accompanying medical expenses incurred 
because of a job-related injury.

Provides coverage to pay off all or a portion of debt associated with personal property

Property and Casualty products are issued and underwritten by one or more of the following companies: American National Property and Casualty Company (ANPAC), ANPAC Louisiana Insurance 
Company, American National General Insurance Company, Pacific Property and Casualty Company, American National Lloyd’s Insurance Company, American National County Mutual Insurance 
Company, Farm Family Casualty Insurance Company and United Farm Family Insurance Company.

The companies that are listed that write life and health insurance and annuities are not licensed in all states and do not offer all of the products that are described. Similarly, the 
companies that write property and casualty insurance are not licensed in all states and do not offer all of the products that are described. Products may not be available in all states and 
eligibility requirements will apply. Each company has financial responsibility only for the products and services it issues.

While contemplating insurance and annuity needs can be 

challenging, spending a little time to review and provide for 

basic needs can offset the impact of risks faced daily. This effort 

is often rewarded by a sense of peace that can lead to a more 

fulfilled life. 

It’s time to strike a balance.
Live today with the future in mind!

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FRANK P. WILLIAMSON, In-Memoriam
Thank you for many years of service to American National. Your 

integrity and experience while serving on board committees including 

the Nominating; Compensation; and Audit Committees, helped 

strengthen the governance of the company.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ROBERT L. MOODY, SR. 
Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer 
American National Insurance Company  |  Galveston, Texas

JAMES E. POZZI 
President, Chief Operating Officer 
American National Insurance Company  |  Galveston, Texas

ARTHUR O. DUMMER 
President 
The Donner Company  |  Salt Lake City, Utah

DR. SHELBY M. ELLIOTT 
President-Emeritus 
Texas Chiropractic College  |  Pasadena, Texas

FRANCES A. MOODY-DAHLBERG 
Executive Director  
The Moody Foundation  |  Dallas, Texas

RUSSELL S. MOODY 
Investments  |  League City, Texas

W. L. MOODY IV 
Investments and Ranching 
Oil and Gas  |  Galveston, Texas

JAMES D. YARBROUGH 
Owner and Consultant 
James D. Yarbrough & Co.   |  Galveston, Texas

ADVISORY DIRECTORS
G. RICHARD FERDINANDTSEN 
Vice Chairman of the Board 
American National Insurance Company  |  Galveston, Texas

IRWIN M. HERZ, JR. 
Attorney 
Greer, Herz & Adams, LLP  |  Galveston, Texas

R. EUGENE LUCAS 
President 
Gal-Tex Hotel Corporation  |  Galveston, Texas

E. DOUGLAS McLEOD 
Chairman of the Board 
Moody Gardens, Inc.  |  Galveston, Texas

Retired Director of Development
The Moody Foundation (1982–2013)

ROBERT L. MOODY, JR.  
President 
Moody Insurance Group  |  Galveston, Texas

SENIOR MANAGEMENT
C O R P O R A T E   O F F I C E R S

ROBERT L. MOODY, SR. 
Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer 
American National Insurance Company

JAMES E. POZZI 
President, Chief Operating Officer 
American National Insurance Company

RONALD J. WELCH 
Senior Executive Vice President, Corporate Risk Officer, Chief Actuary 
American National Insurance Company

JOHN J. DUNN, JR. 
Executive Vice President, Corporate Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer 
American National Insurance Company

JOHNNY D. JOHNSON 
Executive Vice President, Corporate Business Process Officer, 
Chief Information Officer 
American National Insurance Company

S H A R E D   S E R V I C E S

DWAIN A. AKINS 
Senior Vice President, Corporate Relations, Chief Corporate 
Compliance Officer 
American National Insurance Company

ALBERT L. AMATO, JR. 
Senior Vice President, Life Insurance Administration 
American National Insurance Company

M A R K E T I N G

DAVID A. BEHRENS 
Executive Vice President–Independent Marketing Group 
American National Insurance Company

President, Chief Operating Officer 
American National Life Insurance Company of New York

GREGORY V. OSTERGREN 
Executive Vice President, Director of Multiple Line 
American National Insurance Company

Chairman, President, Chief Executive Officer 
American National Property And Casualty Companies

STEVEN H. SCHOUWEILER 
Executive Vice President, Health Insurance Operations 
American National Insurance Company

President, Chief Operating Officer 
Standard Life and Accident Insurance Company
American National Life Insurance Company of Texas

HOYT J. STRICKLAND 
Executive Vice President, Career Sales & Service Division 
American National Insurance Company

TIMOTHY A. WALSH 
President, Chief Executive Officer 
Farm Family Companies

SCOTT C. CAMPBELL 
Senior Vice President, Multiple Line Chief Marketing Officer
American National Insurance Company

SCOTT F. BRAST 
Senior Vice President, Real Estate/Mortgage Loan Investments 
American National Insurance Company

BERNARD S. GERWEL
Senior Vice President, Chief Information and Innovation Officer, Multiple Line
American National Insurance Company

FRANK V. BROLL, JR. 
Senior Vice President, Actuary 
American National Insurance Company

WILLIAM F. CARLTON 
Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller 
American National Insurance Company

GORDON D. DIXON 
Senior Vice President, Stock/Bond Investments 
American National Insurance Company

JAMES W. PANGBURN 
Senior Vice President, Credit Insurance 
American National Insurance Company

RONALD C. PRICE 
Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, Career Life Agencies 
American National Insurance Company

SHANNON L. SMITH 
Senior Vice President, Chief Multiple Line Agency Officer 
American National Insurance Company

BRUCE M. LEPARD 
Senior Vice President, Corporate Human Resources Officer 
American National Insurance Company

JOHN F. SIMON 
Senior Vice President, Actuary
American National Insurance Company

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V A L U E S

We place our values “FIRST” in all we do.

FINANCIAL STRENGTH – We are dedicated to financial stability 

and profitable growth to honor our promises to our insured, to create 

opportunities for our employees and business partners, and to 

provide a fair return to our shareholders.

INTEGRITY – Do what’s right! Always! We adhere to and place 

great importance on ethics, integrity and compliance. We are 

individually accountable for demonstrating the highest standards of 

each to earn our client’s trust.

RESPECT – The golden rule! We will treat all people with 

empathy, compassion and dignity. We view our business as one 

of relationships, not transactions. We are committed to making a 

meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and our team.

SERVICE – We have the ability and responsibility to live a life of 

significance through service and commitment to our values. We are 

committed to understanding our customer’s expectations and striving 

to exceed them with our outstanding service.

TEAMWORK – We’re all in this together. Our success depends 

on the unique contributions of all employees and business partners. 

We do this by meeting commitments, being accountable and 

making continuous improvement. We are committed to the 

success of our team.

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