Mark E. Freitas | Official Profile on The Marque

Mark’s Biography

Mark Freitas is the Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer of Mark Edward Partners, a national boutique insurance brokerage firm dedicated to creating bespoke insurance and risk management programs for corporations, nonprofit organizations, families and individuals. In his current role as President and Chief Executive Officer, Mark leads the firm’s business strategy development and execution.

Considered an industry expert, Mark has developed and implemented an array of insurance products for various industry groups, most notably in the financial services community. He has provided expert testimony to the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC on fiduciary liability insurance and bonding related to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. Mark is a regular speaker at industry forums and is frequently cited in published articles.

A dedicated philanthropist, Mark’s many philanthropic interests include serving on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, where he chairs the Development Committee. With his wife, Mary,... Mark Freitas is the Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer of Mark Edward Partners, a national boutique insurance brokerage firm dedicated to creating bespoke insurance and risk management programs for corporations, nonprofit organizations, families and individuals. In his current role as President and Chief Executive Officer, Mark leads the firm’s business strategy development and execution.

Considered an industry expert, Mark has developed and implemented an array of insurance products for various industry groups, most notably in the financial services community. He has provided expert testimony to the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, DC on fiduciary liability insurance and bonding related to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. Mark is a regular speaker at industry forums and is frequently cited in published articles.

A dedicated philanthropist, Mark’s many philanthropic interests include serving on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, where he chairs the Development Committee. With his wife, Mary, he established The Mark & Mary Freitas Foundation to advance a number of causes, especially those that support children and adolescents. Mark serves on the board of The Palm Beach Police Foundation and as a Trustee of the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach. He served as a trustee of Sacred Heart University and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate for his exceptional record of success in business and in the larger community. Mark is a Director of the UConn Foundation, a member of the Leadership Cabinet & an inductee in its School of Business. UConn’s Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum was dedicated and named in his honor.

Mark is a graduate of the University of Connecticut and studied at the Wharton School of Business. more less

Mark’s Newsfeed

MarketWatch

ALKEME Acquires Mark Edward Partners

"The ALKEME partnership opens up an exciting new chapter for our company, team and customers," said Mark Freitas. "ALKEME's depth of industry experience and access to resources are clear compliments to our focus and will allow us to expand our areas of expertise nationally."

Mark’s Background

Mark Edward Partners

Founder, President & Chief Executive Officer

2010 - Present

New York, NY, USA

Mark Edward Partners is a boutique insurance brokerage firm. With offices in NY, Palm Beach, Beverly Hills & London, they are dedicated to creating bespoke insurance and risk management programs for corporations, non-profit organizations, families and individuals.

Board Positions

Palm Beach Police and Fire Foundation

Board of Directors

Palm Beach, FL, USA

The Foundation supports the Palm Beach Police & Fire Department employees through the tax-deductible gifts and contributions. Its principle purpose is to ensure a scholarship program for the young men and women who are children of Palm Beach Police and Fire Department employees.

Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach

Board of Trustees

Jan 2013 - Present

Palm Beach, FL, USA

The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach is dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage and the unique scenic quality of the Town of Palm Beach.

Previous Board Positions

University of Connecticut

Director, UConn Foundation | Leadership Cabinet, School of Business

Hartford, CT, USA

Founded in 1881, the University of Connecticut (UConn) is one of America’s top 20 public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report. It is home to more than 32,000 students, 1,500 faculty and 255,000 proud alumni.

Sacred Heart University

Trustee

Feb 2000 - Nov 2010

Fairfield, CT, USA

Sacred Heart University, is rooted in the liberal arts and Catholic intellectual traditions. Their mission is to educate the whole person whilst preparing students to lead and serve in the world today.

Philanthropy

The Mark and Mary Freitas Foundation

Founder

2005 - Present

Palm Beach, FL, USA

The Mark & Mary Freitas Foundation was set up in 2005 and supports initiatives relating to medical research, community wellbeing and education in the Greater Palm Beach area.

RFK / Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights

Board of Directors

Jun 2006 - Present

New York, NY, USA

Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, founded in 1968, is led by human rights activist and lawyer Kerry Kennedy and advocates for a more just and peaceful world. The RFK team includes leading attorneys, advocates, entrepreneurs and writers united by a commitment to social justice. Mark also chairs the Development Committee.