Board of Directors

Mark Pearson

Mark Pearson

Mark Pearson is the President, Chief Executive Officer, and a Director of Equitable Financial. With more than 30 years of global leadership experience, he has guided organizations in insurance, asset management, and financial services across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Before leading Equitable Financial, he served as President and CEO of AXA Japan, Regional Chief Executive of AXA Asia Life, and held senior positions at Friends Provident, Schroders, Hill Samuel, and National Mutual. A Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Mark brings strategic vision, international expertise, and a client-focused approach to the company’s growth and transformation.

Joan Lamm-Tennant

Joan Lamm-Tennant

Joan Lamm-Tennant is the Independent Chair of the Board of Equitable Financial. She brings over 30 years of experience in risk management, finance, and economic strategy. Joan has held senior executive positions at Marsh & McLennan, Guy Carpenter, and General Reinsurance, as well as founding and leading Blue Marble Microinsurance, a company focused on financial inclusion through innovative insurance solutions. With a Ph.D. in Finance and Investments, and years as a professor of economics and finance, she combines academic rigor with practical boardroom leadership. Joan provides governance oversight, strategic direction, and a commitment to sustainable growth at Equitable Financial.

Douglas Dachille

Douglas Dachille

Douglas Dachille is an Independent Director at Equitable Financial, bringing over three decades of experience in insurance, banking, and asset management. He is the former Chief Investment Officer of AIG, where he oversaw one of the world’s largest institutional portfolios. Earlier in his career, he co-founded First Principles Capital Management and held leadership roles at Zurich Capital Markets. Known for his expertise in risk management, investments, and corporate governance, Douglas strengthens the firm’s ability to navigate complex markets and build long-term value for clients and shareholders.

Bertram L. Scott

Bertram L. Scott

Bertram L. Scott serves as an Independent Director of Equitable Financial. With more than 40 years of experience in health care, financial services, and insurance, he has held senior leadership positions at TIAA-CREF, CIGNA Corporation, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. Bertram’s career has been defined by building organizations that balance profitability with customer well-being, focusing on inclusive strategies and sustainable growth. His extensive executive and board experience provides Equitable Financial with strong governance and a deep understanding of both financial and health care sectors.

William Eckert

William Eckert

William Eckert is an Independent Director of Equitable Financial. He brings decades of experience in financial services, public accounting, and corporate governance. Over his career, William has advised leading corporations on audit, compliance, and financial oversight matters. His board service reflects a commitment to transparency, accountability, and shareholder value. At Equitable Financial, William plays an active role in ensuring financial integrity, risk management, and effective governance practices, supporting the company’s mission of helping clients secure their financial futures.

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Investors

Investors include globally recognized venture capital firms and strategic investors.