Mark Brien, Cip
About Mark Brien, Cip
Mark Brien is a Director of Business Development at Intact, with a background in various roles within the insurance industry. He has extensive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, and sales management, having worked at companies such as CIBC Wood Gundy, Johnson Insurance, and RSA.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Mark Brien serves as the Director of Business Development at Intact Financial Corporation. He has held this position since 2022, working from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. In this role, he drives unit and partnership growth to capture additional market share. He leads a national business development team that focuses on achieving both top and bottom line results. His responsibilities include developing strategic partnerships to enhance capabilities and expand reach across various product markets, including Home, Auto, Travel, and Group Benefits.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Mark Brien accumulated extensive experience in business development and strategic roles. He worked at CIBC Wood Gundy as an Associate Estate Planning Specialist from 2020 to 2022 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Prior to that, he served as the Corporate Business Director at Johnson Insurance from 2016 to 2017 in St John's, Newfoundland. His career also includes various positions at RSA, where he held roles such as Vendor Management Consultant, Strategic Sourcing Consultant, and Corporate Strategy Analyst, among others.
Educational Background
Mark Brien holds two Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degrees. He first studied at Saint Mary's University from 2003 to 2005, where he completed his BBA. He later attended Mount Saint Vincent University from 2005 to 2008, where he studied Marketing and earned another BBA. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation for his career in business development and strategic planning.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Mark Brien's career spans various roles in the insurance and financial sectors. He began his professional journey at RSA, where he participated in the Early Career Acceleration Program from 2011 to 2014. Over the years, he progressed through several positions at RSA, including Claims Business Manager and Sales Project Manager for RSA Travel. His tenure at Johnson Insurance saw him rise from Director of Sales to Senior Consultant for Home, Auto, and Group Benefits. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.