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Arthur J. Gallagher & — Gallagher Arthur J & — Investor Presentation (February 2007)

38 slides from Arthur J. Gallagher &'s investor presentation, Feb 8, 2007

  1. Slide 1: Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.

    Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. JANUARY 2006

  2. Slide 2: Safe Harbor

    Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 Except for the historical information and discussions contained herein, statements contained herein may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

  3. Slide 3: Certain Non-GAAP Financial Measures

    Certain Non-GAAP Financial Measures This presentation includes certain information that may be considered “non-GAAP financial measures” within the meaning of SEC regulations because it is derived from Gallagher’s consolidated financial information but is not required to be presented in financial sta

  4. Slide 4: Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.

    Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. World’s 4th Largest Insurance Brokerage and Risk Management Services Firm Brokerage – We sell a full range of property/casualty and employee benefit products and services, provide access to wholesale, reinsurance, captive and excess/surplus lines markets and provide general

  5. Slide 5: Strengths

    Strengths Unique corporate culture History of growth Financial flexibility Solid balance sheet Strong cash flows No corporate related debt; still maintaining a $450M credit facility Excellent producer development and retention Proven acquisition strategy 165 deals, 1986 through 12/31/06 Lean, yet ac

  6. Slide 6: Differentiators

    Differentiators Culture Driven Success Client-first focus Local company feel with global capabilities Team-based approach Committed to growth Emphasis on professional development Niche strategy – industry-focused practice groups International network of brokers and agents Innovative – created altern

  7. Slide 7: Client Base

    Client Base Large Clients Mid-Market Clients Smaller Clients

  8. Slide 8: Client Base

    Client Base Brokerage Large Clients Mid-Market Clients Smaller Clients

  9. Slide 9: Client Base

    Client Base Brokerage Risk Management Large Clients Mid Market Clients Smaller Clients

  10. Slide 10: Segments

    Segments 2006 Revenues* Brokerage 69% Financial Services 5% Risk Management 26% 2006 Pretax Earnings* Brokerage 88% Financial Services (17)% Risk Management 29% *See important disclosures regarding Non-GAAP measures on page 3

  11. Slide 11: Brokerage Segment

    Brokerage Segment Domestic Retail Brokerage 55% Employee Benefit Brokerage 18% Wholesale, Reinsurance, & International Brokerage 27% Revenues as of 12/31/06 – See important disclosures regarding Non-GAAP measures on Page 3

  12. Slide 12: Domestic Retail Brokerage

    Domestic Retail Brokerage We broker P/C insurance and risk shifting programs and provide risk management services for commercial, not-for-profit, institutional and governmental enterprises Organized geographically via profit centers Matrix of 25 different industry-specific niche/practice groups

  13. Slide 13: Domestic Retail Brokerage

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  14. Slide 14: Employee Benefit Brokerage

    Employee Benefit Brokerage We broker employee health, welfare and retirement insurance programs and assist in communication, administration and compliance consulting services Organized geographically via profit centers Matrix of 7 different industry-specific niche/practice groups

  15. Slide 15: Employee Benefit Brokerage

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  16. Slide 16: Wholesale Brokerage

    Wholesale Brokerage We provide access for hard-to-place coverages, including surplus lines, to over 10,000 independent P/C brokers and agents Organized geographically via profit centers Over 60% of business is from non-Gallagher sources

  17. Slide 17: Reinsurance Brokerage

    Reinsurance Brokerage “Gallagher Re” provides: P/C, Life, and A&H expertise Executed primarily through Treaty, Facultative and Program reinsurance services Expert product knowledge with multinational servicing capabilities Advisory, analytical and technical resources Operations in UK, US, Bermuda, S

  18. Slide 18: International Brokerage

    International Brokerage Our teams based in US, UK and Bermuda provide US and International clients with access to international and alternative markets Gallagher has an international network of independent brokers in 120 countries Gallagher believes in global partners “best available” broker in ever

  19. Slide 19: Wholesale, Reinsurance and International Network

    Wholesale, Reinsurance and International Network

  20. Slide 20: Brokerage Segment Growth Drivers

    Brokerage Segment Growth Drivers Organic Experienced hires and teams Grow our own Increase industry-specific practice units Strategic fit acquisitions Geographic expansion Expertise expansion Network-wide coordination Deep industry and product knowledge

  21. Slide 21: Brokerage Segment Profit Drivers

    Brokerage Segment Profit Drivers Maximize client retention Align performance compensation Control operating expenses Leverage technology Commitment to quality

  22. Slide 22: Brokerage Segment Growth & Profits

    Brokerage Segment Growth & Profits (in millions) $1,100 $559 $900 $700 $500 $300 $100 16% CAGR 2001 2006 Total Revenues* 15% CAGR $200 $150 $100 $50 $0 $103 $168 2001 2006 Pretax Earnings* 2006 pretax margins of 16% *See important disclosures regarding Non-GAAP measures on Page 3

  23. Slide 23: Risk Management Segment

    Risk Management Segment “Gallagher Bassett” provides outsourced P/C claims payment and management services for self-insured clients as well as insurance companies that outsource their claims department We DO NOT chase catastrophe overflow claims One of the world’s largest claims administrators– Busi

  24. Slide 24: Risk Management Segment

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  25. Slide 25: Risk Management Segment Growth Drivers

    Risk Management Segment Growth Drivers Purely organic Unbundled trend International footprint Deep client intimacy Leverage technology

  26. Slide 26: Risk Management Segment Profit Drivers

    Risk Management Segment Profit Drivers Maximize client retention Control operating expenses Leverage technology Commitment to quality

  27. Slide 27: Risk Management Growth & Profits

    Risk Management Segment Growth & Profits (in millions) $500 $400 $300 $200 $100 $0 12% CAGR $232 $401 2001 2006 Total Revenues* 2006 pretax margin of 14% $60 $50 $40 $30 $20 $10 $0 12% CAGR $29 $56 2001 2006 Pretax Earnings* *See important disclosures regarding Non-GAAP measures on Page 3

  28. Slide 28: Financial Services Segment

    Financial Services Segment Segment in run-off mode since 2002 In December, sold ownership in: Home office building Low income housing developer In January, sold 90% ownership in airplane leasing company Eliminated substantially all related debt Continue to monetize asset management business Current

  29. Slide 29: Financial Services Net Assets and Financial Guarantees

    Financial Services Segment Net Assets and Financial Guarantees* $400 $350 $300 $250 $200 $150 $100 $50 $362 $89 2002 2006* $60 $50 $40 $30 $20 $10 $0 Net Assets* Tax Adv Other Mgmt Asset Low Income Housing $3M Alternative Energy $43M Asset Alliance $28M Other $8M $ In Millions *As of 12/31/06

  30. Slide 30: 2006 in Review

    2006 in Review Brokerage Developed a new business model Revenue growth of 10%—pretax earnings growth of 31% Internal revenue growth of 6% Improved pretax margins by 2.5% Closed 11 acquisitions—annualized revenues of $54m Settled Multi-District Federal class action litigation Risk Management Revenue

  31. Slide 31: Where We Are Going

    Where We Are Going Revenue and pretax growth of 15% per year Target enterprise-wide margin expansion to 20+% Solid organic growth Maximize shareholder returns through dividends and stock repurchases

  32. Slide 32: How We Make It Happen

    How We Make It Happen Developing consistent growth through Hiring sales-oriented producers Strong internship program Active acquisition campaign Solid customer partnerships Ongoing operational efficiencies Disciplined capital allocation

  33. Slide 33: Summary: Why Invest?

    Summary: Why Invest? 22 Year Growth Story: 1984 IPO (Restated for stock splits) 12/31/06 Stock Price $1.72 $29.55 Market Cap $57 M $2.9 B Tangible Net Worth $23 M $334 M Annual Dividend/Share $.03 $1.24* *Indicated annual dividend

  34. Slide 34: Summary: Why Invest? Revenues

    Summary: Why Invest? Brokerage & Risk Management Revenues (In millions) From Continuing Operations* $1,600 $1,400 $1,200 $1,000 $800 $600 $400 15% CAGR $1,103 $961 $791 $1,470 $1,343 $1,232 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 * See important disclosures regarding Non-GAAP measures on page 3

  35. Slide 35: Summary: Why Invest? Pretax Earnings

    Summary: Why Invest? Brokerage & Risk Management Pretax Earnings (In millions) From Continuing Operations* $250 $200 $150 $100 $50 $156 $132 $184 $211 $193 $225 15 % CAGR 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 *See important disclosures regarding Non-GAAP measures on Page 3

  36. Slide 36: Summary: Why Invest? Cash Flow Use

    Summary: Why Invest? Since 1990, $1.9 Billion Cash Flow from Ops Dividends Paid ($642 M) Reinvested in Operations ($735 M) Shares Repurchased ($477 M) Balance sheet with $3.40 in tangible net worth per share and low corporate debt As of 12/31/06 Excludes cash payments made regarding special items di

  37. Slide 37: Summary: Why Invest? Dividends Per Share

    Summary: Why Invest? Dividends Per Share (restated for stock splits) $1.40 $1.20 $1.00 $0.80 $0.60 $0.40 $0.20 $0.00 $1.24* 19% Average Annual Increase Year 1986 2007 *Indicated – On January 18, 2007, Gallagher’s Board of Directors declared a $.31 per share quarterly dividend.

  38. Slide 38: The Gallagher Way

    “The Gallagher Way”, Robert E. Gallagher, 1984 Culture Driven Success Shared values at Gallagher are the rock foundation of the Company and our Culture. What is a Shared Value? These are the concepts that the vast majority of movers and shakers in the Company passionately adhere to. What are some of

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