Cross Insurance, an insurance brokerage and unit of Cross Financial, has launched a new division in Northeast to offer surety bonds for its clients.
The new surety bond division will manage the needs of bonding and surety for a diverse group of businesses, contractors and construction companies.
The company has also appointed Michelle Orlando to manage and direct the new division, according to Insurance Journal.
With more than 30 years of experience in the surety business, Orlando served Willis of Northern New England as senior vice president of bond operations as well as HRH of Northern New England and the Dunlap Corporation, prior to joining Cross.
Orlando also serves New England Surety Association as vice president earlier.
Established in 1954, Cross Surety offers a wide range of insurance and financial products including personal and commercial insurance lines, employee benefits, surety bonds, comprehensive risk management advice and counsel.
Additionally, the company provides products focused on higher education and high net worth needs.