Mark Bates

We are Victor—the insurance enterprise of the future. Part of the Marsh & McLennan family, large but nimble, rooted in rich history but fueled by the latest technology, we are driven by the view that disruption is simply an opportunity for progress. We offer a unique combination of global reach and specialized expertise with core capabilities in underwriting, technology, distribution and capital. Partnerships with elite insurance carriers and alternative capital providers. The ability to evaluate risk and develop risk management solutions for clients and use best-in-class technology to distribute specialty insurance through a vast network of insurance agents and brokers. Victor handles more than $1 billion in premium on behalf of numerous insurance carriers through a large network of more than 25,000 active insurance agents and brokers. Visit us at victorinsurance.com.

Led business development, strategic parternships and marketing for Marsh's Private Client Group. Marsh Private Client helps high-net worth individuals manage their personal risks by providing insurance solutions for personal property, personal liability, wealth preservation and wealth transfer.

Directed marketing strategy and execution for the Americas region of the world's pre-eminent risk advice and broking firm. Drove marketing activities to build brand and drive growth. Also responsible for Client & Market Insights team, leveraging client and market data to provide insights to drive the growth of the business.

Created and executed pricing strategies which significantly grew top-line revenue. Led the transformation from cost-plus to value-based pricing.

Sold and executed growth-oriented strategy consulting assingments to Fortune 100 clients. Helped them develop new business designs to drive growth in new markets. Developed sales and marketing strategies to optimize growth.

Led manafacturing improvement initiatives in the food packaging industry. Introduced lean manufacturing approach to manufacturing facilities in the UK and Germany, to improve efficiency and increase customer satisfaction.