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CNA Appoints Brian Loebach Senior Vice President, Warranty and Alternative Risks

CHICAGO - (BUSINESS WIRE) - CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE: CNA) announced that Brian Loebach has been appointed senior vice president of Warranty and Alternative Risks. In this newly created position, Loebach will be responsible for leadership and profitable growth of CNA's warranty business which includes CNA National Warranty Corporation and a long-standing relationship with a third party administrator of extended service plans. A wholly owned subsidiary of CNA, CNA National is a recognized leader in the vehicle service contract industry.

"Brian has a 30-year career with CNA, and we feel confident that he will strategically build on the success of these two businesses as he focuses on driving strategies, analytics and accountabilities," said Peter Wilson, president and chief operating officer, CNA Specialty.

Loebach joined CNA in 1979 and during his tenure has moved into positions of increasing responsibility. Most recently, he served as senior finance officer for CNA Specialty and was responsible for the financial analysis, oversight and governance for its domestic and international operations.

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, CNA National Warranty (CNAN) offers a choice of program structures as well as GAP coverage and tire-and-wheel protection. Since 1995, CNAN has held the exclusive endorsement of the American International Automobile Dealers Association; and, since 2005, has been named Best Service Contract Provider by Auto Dealer Monthly's Dealers' Choice Awards.

Serving businesses and professionals since 1897, CNA is the country's seventh largest commercial insurer and the 13^th largest property and casualty company. CNA's insurance products include standard commercial lines, specialty lines, surety, marine and other property and casualty coverages. CNA's services include risk management, information services, underwriting, risk control and claims administration. For more information, please visit CNA at www.cna.com. CNA is a registered trademark of CNA Financial Corporation.

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