Mark S. Verdi Partner

585.545.6666 | mverdi@lawleyinsurance.com | Rochester, NY

Mark, branch partner in our Rochester office is responsible for recruiting new clients and quarterbacking our Comprehensive Team Approach. He consistently provides personal, dedicated and detailed service to our new and existing clients. His 35+ years in the insurance industry gives him an edge in overcoming the many obstacles in today’s marketplace.

Specialties


Manufacturing

Wholesalers & Distributors

Auto Dealerships

Medical & Human Services

Commercial Property Accounts

About:

Mark was born and raised in Rochester, NY where he grew up in the insurance business under his father’s guidance at their family agency. Now, as a partner in the Lawley organization, he helps mentor new generations of insurance associates, recruit new prospects, and serve the needs of his current clients.

Mark takes pride in his experience and knowledge, and all of the personal relationships he has developed with clients over the years. His ongoing dedication to excellence and professionalism are his foremost priorities, and this dedication has led him to earn his Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation in 2000 and maintain all of the updates for over 20 years; placing Mark in the top 1% of all insurance professionals in the US.

Experience:

Mark began his career in 1986 when he joined his family business at the Walter C. Taylor Agency. In 1998 he and his brother purchased the agency and steadily grew into one of Rochester, NY’s top 10 agencies. In 2007 they merged their company with Lawley Insurance, a regional broker,  and became partners at Lawley Andolina-Verdi in Rochester, New York.

In 2020, Mark, along with the rest of Lawley’s partners, facilitated a restructuring of the organization to create Lawley, LLC which covers their entire footprint in NY, NJ & CT. Mark remains one of the managing partners at Lawley’s Rochester office.

Accreditations:

Certified Insurance Councelor (CIC)

Producer Development Program – Polestar Performance Programs, Inc

Education:

Associates, Business Administration – Monroe Community College

Honors:

In 2020, Mark was recognized for professional leadership and advanced knowledge by the Society of Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC), a leading national professional organization. Mark was awarded a certificate marking more than 25 years of participation as a designated CIC, which requires annual completion of advanced education and training.

Community and Pro Bono:

Mark is a member of the National Society of Certified Insurance Counselors, Professional Insurance Agents of NYS, Independent Insurance Agents of NYS, Toastmasters International and Oak Hill Country Club. Mark is a Board Member for the Bivona Child Advocacy Center, past Member for the Eyes on the Future Economic Committee and past Board Member / Vice President for Penfield Country Club.

 

“In an ever changing market, staying ahead of the game is our number one priority.”