Mark B. Thomas, Cpcu, Cpm, Arm Email & Phone Number

Experienced professional with over 25 years in diverse organizations with leadership roles encompassing risk management, occupational safety, commercial insurance, emergency management, law enforcement, physical security, disaster response, and employee health and wellness. Worked across government, corporate, law enforcement, non-profit, and medical sectors in the Gulf Coast and Midwestern U.S.Education includes a B.A. in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from Southeastern Louisiana University, and currently completing a M.S. in Safety, Security, and Emergency Management from Eastern Kentucky University. Holds a Certified Public Manager designation from Florida State University, and Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Associate in Risk Management (ARM) professional designations.U.S. Army Veteran with service in the Military Police Corps, including assignments in Infantry and Military Intelligence units. Deployed overseas to Central America and Europe in support of Operation Desert Storm. Honorably discharged with multiple decorations.​

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  Risk Management Director

  Polk County Bocc

  2017 - Present - Bartow, Florida

  Oversees the development and implementation of strategic risk management, safety, and employee health and wellness objectives of the Board of County Commissioners and elected Constitutional Offices, ensuring effective protection of the county's assets and personnel.