Mark Craig

Mark Craig is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Howden Group Holdings, a position he has held since January 2020.1 Here are some key details about his professional background and experience:

Career at Howden Group Holdings

Mark joined Howden Group Holdings in October 2017, initially serving as Head of Investments, Debt Capital Markets and Treasury before becoming CFO. In his current role, he oversees the financial operations of Howden Group, a diversified insurance broker with global coverage, operating 300 offices in 50 countries and employing over 15,000 people.

Previous Experience

Before joining Howden, Mark had a diverse career in finance:

• KKR & Co. L.P.: Worked in Private Credit from May 2016 to November 2017
• Evercore: Served as Managing Director in Debt Advisory from October 2014 to April 2016
• Lloyds Banking Group: Held various roles including Managing Director in Leveraged Finance from October 2006 to October 2014
• Societe Generale: Worked as Associate/Vice President in M&A Advisory from April 1999 to September 2002

Education and Qualifications

• Qualified as a Chartered Accountant with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)1
• Studied at the University of Cambridge

Expertise

Mark has over 20 years of experience in lending and advisory roles, specializing in M&A, leveraged finance, and debt advisory.1 His expertise in these areas has been instrumental in his leadership of Howden Group's M&A team, debt capital market activities, and Treasury operations.1

Board Positions

In addition to his role as CFO, Mark was appointed to the board of Howden Group Holdings in January 2020.1 He also holds directorships in several Howden Group subsidiaries and related companies.2

Mark Craig's extensive experience in finance and his leadership role at Howden Group Holdings demonstrate his significant expertise in the insurance and financial services sectors.