Bridget Bendo
About Bridget Bendo
Bridget Bendo is a Production Underwriter, Cargo at FM Global with over two decades of experience in marine and cargo insurance. She has held various roles in the insurance industry, including positions in New York, London, and Singapore.
Current Role at FM Global
Bridget Bendo has been serving as a Production Underwriter, Cargo, at FM Global since 2019. Her role is based in the Greater New York City Area. In this position, she is responsible for underwriting insurance policies related to cargo, leveraging her extensive industry experience to assess and mitigate risks associated with marine freight.
Previous Experience at Lockton Companies
Prior to her current role, Bridget Bendo worked at Lockton Companies for three years from 2016 to 2019. She held the positions of AVP, Marine Insurance Broker in the Greater New York City Area, and AVP, Marine and Energy Insurance Broker in Kansas City, Missouri. During her tenure, she focused on providing marine insurance solutions and brokering services to clients in various maritime sectors.
Editorial Role at 'Fort Schuyler' Magazine
From 2010 to 2020, Bridget Bendo contributed to alumni affairs as the Editor of the 'Fort Schuyler' Magazine on behalf of the Maritime College Alumni Association. Her editorial role involved managing content, engaging with alumni, and fostering community ties through the publication.
International Managerial Experience
Bridget Bendo held multiple roles at Nausch, Hogan & Murray, Inc. from 2000 to 2008. She served as the General Manager in London from 2002 to 2005 and Director in New York from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, she was a Client Advocate in Singapore from 2000 to 2002. These roles allowed her to gain significant international experience in the marine insurance industry.
Marine Transportation Background
Bridget Bendo's foundation in marine transportation began with her Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation from the State University of New York Maritime College, where she studied from 1992 to 1996. She also gained hands-on experience as an Able-Bodied Seaman aboard integrated tug-barges at Teco Transport from 1996 to 1997. This background complements her expertise in marine insurance.