Bob Lonergan

 
Professional Overview
 
Bob Lonergan is an accomplished professional who has made significant strides in his career, particularly within the insurance industry. He currently holds the position of Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing & Risk Officer at Assurant, a global business services company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, Bob oversees a broad array of functions including global marketing, corporate development, risk management, and the management of a corporate venture capital fund.

 
Educational Background
 
Bob's educational background laid a strong foundation for his career. He earned his MBA in Finance from The Wharton School, a highly respected business school, which he attended from January 2002 to January 2004. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Davidson College, where he earned an AB degree in Economics and Math between January 1995 and January 1999.

 
Career Journey
 
Bob's career journey began as an M&A Analyst at Credit Suisse First Boston in 1999, a role he held briefly until 2000. Following this, he joined Bain & Company, a global management consulting firm, where he worked for over a decade from 2000 to 2012, eventually rising to the position of Principal. His time at Bain & Company enabled him to hone his skills in mergers and acquisitions, management consulting, and strategic business development.

In 2012, Bob joined Assurant as Vice President of M&A Sourcing, a role in which he established mergers and acquisitions sourcing aligned with the company’s business strategy. By January 2015, he was promoted to Senior Vice President of Growth & Innovation, where he led growth initiatives and set up an investing team focused on early-stage high-growth opportunities.

 
Leadership Roles at Assurant
 
His role continued to evolve as he took on additional responsibilities. From July 2016 to January 2020, Bob served as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, and was later appointed as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy & Risk Officer from January 2020 to November 2023. In these roles, he managed enterprise and business strategy, risk management, corporate development, and venture capital activities.

Throughout his career at Assurant, Bob has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive growth and innovation. His strategic acumen and leadership have been instrumental in shaping the company's long-term strategic direction, ensuring profitability, and managing risks effectively.

 
Achievements and Contributions
 
Bob's achievements reflect his dedication, strategic thinking, and comprehensive understanding of the business landscape. His extensive background and leadership roles highlight his capacity to influence and advance the organizations he is part of, making him a respected figure in the corporate sector.