Mark Flatt
About Mark Flatt
Mark Flatt is the Operations Chief Underwriter and Operations Vice President at FM Global, with a diverse background in military leadership and extensive experience in commercial property insurance and underwriting.
Company
Mark Flatt is currently employed at FM Global, where he has held multiple positions over the years. His tenure with FM Global spans from 2008 to the present. Located in Frisco, Texas, he functions as the Operations Chief Underwriter and Operations Vice President of the company since 2020, focusing on Forest Products Operations.
Title
Mark Flatt serves as the Operations Chief Underwriter and Operations Vice President at FM Global. His responsibilities include leading underwriting operations and ensuring comprehensive risk assessments for large commercial properties. This role underscores his expertise in managing high-stakes insurance underwriting processes.
Education and Expertise
Mark Flatt graduated from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, obtained between 1997 and 2000. He furthered his education by achieving a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Phoenix from 2002 to 2004. His academic background complements his extensive professional experience, particularly in process improvement techniques and underwriting for high-hazard occupancies.
Background
Mark Flatt's career began in the United States Air Force, where he served in various roles from Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice/Technician to Aircraft Maintenance Officer between 1993 and 2007. His military service provided him with foundational leadership skills and technical expertise. After transitioning to the private sector, he joined FM Global in 2008. His roles have spanned from Consultant Engineer to Operations Vice President, highlighting his career progression in the commercial property insurance industry.
High-Hazard Property Underwriting
Specializing in high-hazard property underwriting, Mark Flatt has developed a reputation for focusing on large commercial property coverage. Between 2017 and 2019, he served as a High-Hazard Occupancy Specialist in All-Risk Underwriting. His role involved assessing complex risks and developing insurance solutions tailored to high-risk properties.