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Steven N. Austad, Ph.D., appointed as inaugural Protective Life Endowed Chair in Healthy Aging Research at UAB

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees recently approved the appointment of Steven N. Austad, Ph.D., one of the most respected minds in healthy aging research, as the inaugural Protective Life Endowed Chair in Healthy Aging Research, enabling him to build on his pioneering legacy to establish Birmingham as a global epicenter for healthy aging research.

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  • The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees recently approved the appointment of Steven N. Austad, Ph.D., one of the most respected minds in healthy aging research, as the inaugural Protective Life Endowed Chair in Healthy Aging Research, enabling him to build on his pioneering legacy to establish Birmingham as a global epicenter for healthy aging research.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211021005301/en/
    Stephen N. Austadt, Ph.D. has been named as the inaugural Protective Life Endowed Chair in Health Aging Research at UAB.
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    Dr. Austad is an international trailblazer in the science of aging, and we are thrilled to see him named as the inaugural Protective Life Endowed Chair in Healthy Aging Research at UAB, said Rich Bielen, president and CEO of Protective.
  • In addition to the Protective Life Endowed Chair in Healthy Aging Research, Protectives total $2 million investment toward advancing the science of healthy aging also funds the Protective Life Healthy Aging and Research Acceleration and Innovation Fund.

Protective Life Corporation Launches Collaboration with FLY V, Bringing Local Apparel to Protective Stadium and Supporting Birmingham’s Northside Neighborhoods

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

Entrepreneur and former collegiate athlete, Jones created the FLY V brand to inspire empowerment through positive, stylish apparel for cultural trendsetters.

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  • Entrepreneur and former collegiate athlete, Jones created the FLY V brand to inspire empowerment through positive, stylish apparel for cultural trendsetters.
  • As part of the collaboration with Protective, FLY V has designed and produced a commemorative hat to be sold exclusively in Protective Stadium during all 2021 home football games for The University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers.
  • Through collaborations like the Protective Stadium hat, our city can keep spreading the magic, said Andrew Jones, FLY V Founder.
  • Protective is thrilled to be working with FLY V, supporting both a unique and thriving local business and the communities around Protective Stadium, said Scott Adams, EVP, Corporate Responsibility, Strategy and Innovation at Protective.

It’s Time to Shine, Birmingham: Protective Life Corporation and the BJCC Celebrate the Official Lighting of Protective Stadium

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210915005615/en/
    Protective Life Corporation and the BJCC celebrated alongside employees, elected officials, business and community leaders and project partners as the Protective Stadium identification signage was officially lit for the first time at Protective Stadium on Tuesday, Sept. 14.
  • I believe Birmingham has a bright future ahead, and Protective is proud to be part of bringing this stadium to life for our community, said Rich Bielen, Protective President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Protective Stadium will have a tremendous impact on our state and in our communities, said Governor Kay Ivey.
  • Founded in 1907, Protective Life Corporation (Protective) is on a mission to help more people achieve protection and security in their lives.

Protective Life Corporation Introduces New Brand Identity, Showcases Commitment as Protectors

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

The Protective brand needed to evolve to capitalize on our strengths, amplify who we are today and inspire our future.

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  • The Protective brand needed to evolve to capitalize on our strengths, amplify who we are today and inspire our future.
  • Our branding positions us as protectors and reflects our unwavering commitment to stand by your side.
  • The new logo and expressive color differentiate the Protective brand story, showcasing its commitment to being by each customers side.
  • Founded in 1907, Protective Life Corporation (Protective) is on a mission to help more people achieve protection and security in their lives.

Lincoln Financial Group Announces Executive Leadership Succession

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Monday, August 30, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210830005320/en/
    Lincoln Financial Group announces executive leadership succession: Ellen Cooper (pictured) to be appointed president and CEO following 2022 Annual Meeting.
  • Lincoln Financial Group provides advice and solutions that help people take charge of their financial lives with confidence and optimism.
  • Headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE:LNC) and its affiliates.
  • Lincoln Financial Group is a committed corporate citizen included on major sustainability indices including the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America and FTSE4Good.

Axon Furthers Commitment to Community Engagement with Acquisition of My90

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Kona Shen and Mustafa Abdul-Hamid founded My90 in 2016 to give communities a secure line of feedback to public safety agencies that could foster community trust and understanding.

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  • Kona Shen and Mustafa Abdul-Hamid founded My90 in 2016 to give communities a secure line of feedback to public safety agencies that could foster community trust and understanding.
  • My90 maintains privacy and anonymity when displaying results via interactive dashboards, which will now be available on the Axon Network.
  • "We are excited to continue this commitment to community by providing a tool that will amplify this work of finding common ground between community and public safety."
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TASER Self-Defense Partners with Kryptek to Launch Limited Edition Personal Self-Defense Product

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Monday, August 9, 2021

Using the same technology trusted by law enforcement, the limited edition TASER Pulse is an effective, non-lethal defense tool that can immobilize attackers for up to 30 seconds.

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  • Using the same technology trusted by law enforcement, the limited edition TASER Pulse is an effective, non-lethal defense tool that can immobilize attackers for up to 30 seconds.
  • "We are excited to partner with Kryptek to feature its Altitude camouflage pattern on this limited edition of the TASER Pulse," says Matt Angorn, VP of Axon Consumer Sales.
  • The TASER Pulse: Kryptek edition, costing $429.99, is available for limited pre-order starting August 9, 2021.
  • TASER, TASER Pulse, and Protect Life are trademarks of Axon Enterprise, Inc., some of which are registered in the US and other countries.

Protective Life Announces Lauren Drapeau as New National Sales Director of Annuity Advisory Solutions

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Thursday, August 5, 2021

Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (TSE:8750), today announced the hiring of National Sales Director of Annuity Advisory Solutions, Lauren Drapeau.

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  • Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (TSE:8750), today announced the hiring of National Sales Director of Annuity Advisory Solutions, Lauren Drapeau.
  • Lauren has significant industry experience and a deep understanding of the issues impacting the RIA Industry, said Jim Wagner, Chief Distribution Officer, Retirement Division, at Protective.
  • Protective Life Corporation (Protective) provides financial services through the production, distribution and administration of insurance and investment products throughout the U.S.
  • The company traces its roots to the corporations flagship company, Protective Life Insurance Company founded in 1907.

Protective to Power Birmingham Headquarters With 100% Renewable Energy, Collaborates With Alabama Power

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Thursday, August 5, 2021

Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (TSE:8750), is collaborating with Alabama Power to provide Protectives Birmingham headquarters with 100% renewable energy.

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  • Protective Life Corporation (Protective), a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc. (TSE:8750), is collaborating with Alabama Power to provide Protectives Birmingham headquarters with 100% renewable energy.
  • We are fortunate to have an innovative company like Alabama Power in our backyard, enabling us to power our headquarters with 100% renewable energy.
  • Alabama Power utilizes a Renewable Energy Credit (REC) program to connect customers like Protective with renewable energy.
  • The RECs retired for Protectives headquarters were sourced through Alabama Power from the Chisholm View Wind Farm in Oklahoma, which provides power to Alabama Power under a long-term contract.

American Family Life Insurance Company and Protective Life Insurance Company to Provide Customers With More Retirement Options

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

American Family Insurance Life Company has entered into a relationship with Protective Life Insurance Company (Protective Life) to give American Family agency owners more ways to help meet their customers retirement needs.

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  • American Family Insurance Life Company has entered into a relationship with Protective Life Insurance Company (Protective Life) to give American Family agency owners more ways to help meet their customers retirement needs.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210624005750/en/
    The opportunity with Protective Life gives American Family agency owners the ability to offer four of Protective Lifesmost popular annuity products through American Family Brokerage, Inc.
    American Family Life Insurance Company is always open to working with other companies to help our agency owners provide service and product options that add value and protection for customers, said Chris Eason, American Family associate vice president of Life product management.
  • The four annuities from Protective Life allow American Family agency owners to meet additional financial product needs, providing more options for customers.
  • The American Family Insurance group also includes CONNECT , powered by American Family Insurance, The General , Homesite and Main Street America Insurance .