Mark C. Bissonette has a diverse and extensive background in the insurance industry. He has held various leadership roles throughout his career, focusing on underwriting, business development, relationship building, and talent development.
Most recently, Mark served as Vice President of Commercial Lines Underwriting at First Chicago Insurance Company, where he was responsible for rebuilding the Chicago-based operation and implementing strategic plans for profitable growth. Prior to that, he worked as an Underwriting Director at IAT Insurance Group, where he built a book of business in the Excess Casualty Middle Market Division and generated significant premiums.
Mark has also gained experience in the financial advisory field as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones, where he grew direct assets under management to more than $14 million and managed a diverse client portfolio. He was also inducted into Clarkson University’s Hall of Fame. He delivered notable turnaround profits in the insurance industry and was uncommonly awarded an independent Edward Jones office within his first six months as a licensed advisor.
Additionally, he has held leadership positions at Crum & Forster, Colony Specialty (part of Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd.), Ironshore Insurance Services, LLC, Allied World Assurance Company, ECC Insurance Brokers, Inc., Hays Companies, and St. Paul Companies.
Throughout his career, Mark has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, strategic thinking, and an ability to drive growth while delivering exceptional client service.
Mark C. Bissonette graduated from Clarkson University in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Marketing. He has obtained several professional certifications, including the FINRA Series 7 (April 2017) and Series 66 (May 2017), as well as an Illinois State Insurance License for Annuities, Life, and Long-Term Care.
He is currently completing the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) program, with six of eight sections completed, and anticipates earning the full designation in 2021.