Mark Ram Joins The Guarantee Company of North Americas Board of Directors

TORONTO, ON, October 3, 2013 – The Guarantee Company of North America (The Guarantee) has appointed Mark Ram to its Board of Directors, effective October 2, 2013. Mark is the retired CEO of Northbridge Financial Corporation. Prior to that, he was President and CEO of Markel Insurance Company, a Canadian insurer focused on the Transportation sector. Mark currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, and is active on its strategic, development and research committees. 

Mark holds a B.A. from McGill University and an MBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario. In 2002, he was named as one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40^TM, and in 2004, Business Insurance named Mark to their list of 40 Under 40 Worldwide People to Watch, the only Canadian-based executive on the list.

“Mark’s experience in the property and casualty business, as well as his knowledge and experience in the capital markets, will provide further strength and breadth of experience to The Guarantee Board,” stated Maureen Cowan, Chairman, The Guarantee Company of North America, Board of Directors.

“With over 20 years of solid insurance industry leadership, we are extremely pleased that Mark has joined The Guarantee team,” explained Alister Campbell, CEO, The Guarantee Company of North America. “His insight and innovative approach will provide valuable input for our Board in support of our strategic profitable growth agenda.”

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The Guarantee Company of North America is a leader in specialty insurance within the North American marketplace. We offer in-depth knowledge and expertise in niche segments, including the construction industry, corporate programs and customized personal insurance. For more information visit theguarantee.com.

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