Mark R. S.

Mark R. S. has extensive work experience in the financial industry. Mark R. currently serves as the Managing Director at Howden Capital Markets, where they are responsible for the operational and profit/loss aspects of two units. Prior to this, Mark held the position of Executive Director and Head of Advisory at Howden Group Holdings.

Mark's notable experience includes their role as EVP and Global Head of Strategic Advisory at JLT Re, where they successfully built and managed the company's global Strategic Advisory practice, overseeing a team of 20+ professionals across multiple countries.

Before joining JLT Re, Mark held various leadership positions at Guy Carpenter, starting as an Assistant Vice President and progressing to the role of Managing Director and Head of Strategic Advisory - APAC. Mark R. played a pivotal role in generating significant brokerage and consulting revenues for the company.

Earlier in their career, Mark worked as a Credit Analyst at A.M. Best, where they maintained research reports and credit ratings for a portfolio of insurers. Mark R. was also a Consultant at KPMG US, supporting industry analyses and strategic assessments in the Japanese Financial Services Consulting Practice.

Overall, Mark R. S. has demonstrated expertise in strategic advisory, risk management, corporate finance, and management consulting within the financial sector.

Mark R. S. began their education at Brigham Young University in 1991, where they studied Japanese and political science. Mark R. completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in 1996. Mark R. then pursued a Master of Arts degree in Economics (Political Economy) at Brigham Young University from 1998 to 2000.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Mark R. S. has obtained several certifications. These include the Series 79 certification from FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) in 2018, the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) certification from the CFA Institute in 2008, the ARe (Associate in Reinsurance) certification from The Institutes in 2003, and the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) certification, also from The Institutes, in 2003. Mark R. has also achieved a milestone in the CFA Institute CE Program, reaching the 10-year mark, although the specific year is not provided.