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Bruce Nickerson

Chief Financial Officer

Bruce Nickerson


Chief Financial Officer
Cross Insurance

Professional Experience


Bruce Nickerson currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Cross Insurance, a role he has held since transitioning to the company. Cross Insurance, founded in 1954, operates in the insurance industry with an estimated 1,000 employees and is based in Bangor, ME, USA.

Key Positions and Achievements:
  • Began career at KPMG US as a Manager, focusing on financial management.

  • Served as Vice President and Assistant Controller at Peoples Heritage Bank (now TD), emphasizing financial analysis, reporting, and regulatory compliance.

  • Held roles as Vice President, CFO, and Treasurer at York Insurance Group of Maine, where he was instrumental in the company's de-mutualization, capital raise, and subsequent sale and integration.

  • Vice President at The Maine Merchant Bank, LLC, working closely with the bank’s president on investment opportunities.

  • Executive Level Corporate Strategist & Financial Leader at Bangor Savings Bank, collaborating with three successive CEOs to expand the bank’s presence from a regional mutual bank to a multi-state financial provider.

  • Director on the Board of Delta Dental Plan of Maine at Northeast Delta Dental, contributing to improving oral health access in Maine.

  • Member of the Investment Advisory Board for the Dirigo Angel Fund with Maine Angels, supporting investment growth and opportunity identification.


Education and Certifications


  • Brewer High School (1977 - 1981)

  • University of Maine (1982 - 1985)

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the State of Maine (1987)


Company Overview: Cross Insurance


  • Industry: Insurance

  • Employee Count: Approximately 1,000

  • Founding Year: 1954

  • Location: Bangor, ME, USA


Key Skills and Competencies


  • Extensive experience in financial management and strategic leadership

  • Demonstrated ability to lead financial operations and drive company growth

  • Effective investment analysis and financial strategy development

  • Strong commitment to community service and enhancing employee and customer relationships


Contact Information



  • Location: Bangor, ME, USA


Bruce Nickerson's background and varied experiences in financial management and strategic roles across multiple organizations make him a notable figure at Cross Insurance. His tenure across various sectors provides a strong foundation for leading the financial operations at Cross Insurance, driving strategic initiatives, and identifying growth opportunities.