Cottingham & Butler Strengthens Property & Casualty Leadership
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New and expanded roles position us to build on our specialized expertise and continued growth.
At Cottingham & Butler, our growth has always come from the same place — deep expertise, genuine care for our clients, and a team that knows this business inside and out. Today, we're excited to share several leadership appointments across our Property & Casualty business that build on our strong foundation.
Mark Roling Named EVP, P&C Brokerage Leader
Mark Roling has stepped into a new role as EVP, P&C Brokerage Leader, overseeing both our Transportation and Risk Management practices. Mark has spent his career building our Transportation practice into one of the most respected in the industry and now brings that experience to a broader view of our P&C business — connecting the strengths of each practice and expanding the markets and programs we deliver to clients.
“What's always made us successful is how well we know our clients, their businesses, and their risks. I'm excited to lead and expand our property & casualty expertise — helping clients manage and mitigate risk for competitive advantage.” — Mark Roling, EVP, P&C Brokerage Leader
Taylor Orton Joins Chris Vogel to Co-Lead Transportation
Taylor Orton has joined Chris Vogel to co-lead our Transportation practice — one of the largest and most specialized in the country. Chris is a well-respected leader in the space, with deep technical expertise and long-standing relationships across the industry. Taylor brings extensive experience growing specialized business, having spent the past several years building our Wisconsin operation.
“Chris and Mark have built the most respected Transportation brokerage in the industry, and I'm excited to help carry that momentum forward. Our trucking clients count on C&B to know their businesses and risks better than anyone and to bring creative solutions every day. I look forward to continuing our legacy of service, insights, and innovation.” — Taylor Orton, SVP – Transportation
Ryan Butler Takes on New Corporate Strategy Role
Ryan Butler has been named Head of Corporate Strategy, a newly created role focused on our long-term growth. Working directly with President Mike Hessling, Ryan will focus on new markets, new verticals, and the strategic opportunities that expand how we serve our clients. Ryan previously led our Risk Management practice and has been a driving force behind some of our most important growth efforts since joining the firm in 2018.
“There's so much opportunity in front of us, and it's exciting to focus on where we go next. This role is about making sure we're always looking ahead — building on our strengths and finding new ways to deliver leading solutions for our clients.” — Ryan Butler, Head of Corporate Strategy
Building on a Strong Foundation
As one of the few large, independent brokers in the country, we offer a full suite of capabilities — property & casualty, employee benefits, captive and alternative risk programs, claims and benefits administration, wellness and medical management, and safety and loss control — delivered with the specialized expertise and personal service that have defined us for nearly 140 years. “Everything we do starts and ends with our clients, and these appointments are about serving our clients' current and future needs,” said Mike Hessling, President of Cottingham & Butler. “We're fortunate to have experienced, proven leaders stepping into these roles, and I couldn't be more confident in our team and what's ahead for Cottingham & Butler.”