CNA National Names New Regional VP
CNA National announced that Mark Wheeler was appointed regional vice president.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — CNA National announced that Mark Wheeler was appointed to regional vice president, effective Jan. 6.
“At CNA National, we continue to enhance our sales organization in order to expand our position as an industry leader,” said Alan Miller, senior vice president of sales. “Mark’s career is highlighted by multiple successes in the sales and management of finance and insurance products. His professional experience will greatly benefit CNA National.”
Prior to his most recent position as national sales director for Profit Plus, Wheeler spent five years as regional vice president for the asset-protection division of Protective Life Insurance Company, managing the Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska regions. Prior to that, Wheeler served as regional sales manager for Universal Underwriters Group in New Jersey.
“It is exciting to join CNA National during this time of growth,” Wheeler said. “I am confident my time in operational management and sales experience in the field will help build even stronger relationships for CNA National for future business.”
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