Syncora Holdings Ltd (formerly part of XL Capital)
Company Employees
Mark Katz
CIO
Verified
Mark Katz stands at the forefront of technology leadership, boasting over two decades of experience across various industries, including high-stakes roles in finance, insurance, media, and pharmaceutical sectors. Renowned for his transformative leadership, Katz has distinguished himself as a catalyst for digital innovation and organizational cultural evolution. He earned the "Voice of Truth" moniker for his unwavering commitment to transparency, honesty, and integrity.
At the cutting edge of the startup ecosystem, Katz currently propels growth at SWITCHCHORD, a dynamic pre-seed music media venture, through strategic capital acquisition and comprehensive project management. His tenure at RYLTI, a series B-funded startup, showcased his versatility in roles spanning advisory, project management, and business development, with a keen focus on project delivery and risk assessment.
Previously, as a Senior Principal at HP Marin Group, Katz delivered expert CIO advisory services, guiding firms in finance, insurance, manufacturing, and media through complex digital landscapes. His visionary leadership as CIO for ASCAP led to groundbreaking achievements, including the pioneering adoption of Open Space Agile and developing a cutting-edge performance matching system, resulting in a CIO 100 Award and a 600% increase in performance metrics.
Katz's leadership philosophy transcends conventional boundaries, advocating for a cohesive, business-aligned approach that fosters collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation. His early career, enriched by management training at Chemical Bank, laid the groundwork for a storied career, including rapid post-crisis recovery efforts and leading a critical IPO carve-out for Syncora Guarantee from XL Capital.
Holding master's degrees from the University of Chicago and Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts from SUNY Binghamton University, Katz is not only a strategic thinker but also a thought leader and published author. He contributes insights to Financial Technology Today and FoMore...