Board of Directors

Meet our Board of Directors, a team of seasoned industry leaders whose strategic vision and deep expertise guide The Marketing Alliance, Inc. towards continued growth and success in the life insurance landscape.

Jack
Jack Dewald, CLU, RHU
Chairman

Jack Dewald, as the President of Agency Services, Inc. in Memphis, TN, brings an impressive 35+ years of industry expertise. His leadership journey includes pivotal roles in major national insurance organizations, highlighted by his tenure as Chairman of both NAILBA and LIFE HAPPENS. Notably, Dewald's contributions earned him the prestigious Douglas H. Mooers Award for Excellence from NAILBA in 2013.

At the helm of TMA as its Chairman, Dewald also distinguishes himself in MDRT's 'Top of the Table', an elite group for advanced sales strategy exchange. Beyond his professional sphere, Dewald's commitment extends to his local community in Germantown, TN, where he actively participates in various boards and serves as an Elder in his church, demonstrating a balance of professional acumen and community involvement.

Tim
Timothy M. Klusas
President

Mr. Klusas' professional journey is marked by his impactful role as a Manager in Corporate Development and Planning at Eaton Corporation, where he played a key role in global strategic initiatives including acquisitions and joint ventures. Ascending to the role of President in March 2005, his academic credentials are equally impressive, with a degree from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA from Cornell University's S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Management. Notably, he was honored as a Park Leadership Fellow and received the Kiplinger Prize, underscoring his distinguished academic performance in business administration.

Joseph Bosnack
Director

Joseph Bosnack, as President/CEO of Katz Nassau Agency, excels in collaborating with industry professionals to develop and manage insurance products. He plays an active role in various industry bodies, including the Council of Insurance Brokers of Greater New York and the National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies. His community involvement is extensive, with leadership roles in charitable organizations and serving on multiple boards. Bosnack's diverse background includes a significant tenure as an assistant coach at the US Merchant Marine Academy, reflecting a multifaceted professional and personal life.

Arthur C. Jetter, Jr., CLU, CFP, RHU, FLMI, REBC
Secretary/Director

Mr. Jetter's five-decade journey in the insurance industry began in 1974, marked by leadership roles including President of the National Association of Health Underwriters and Chairman of the National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies. He founded Art Jetter & Company in 1979, also leading Employers Mutual Acceptance Company as President. His professional acumen is complemented by his distinguished military service as a Vietnam veteran with over a thousand helicopter gunship combat missions. Mr. Jetter's commitment extends to state commissions on health care and Medicare reform in Nebraska.

Peter Milnes, CPCU, CIC 
Director

With over 35 years in the insurance and financial services sector, Mr. Milnes is a seasoned entrepreneur, having founded multiple companies. He currently leads Optisure Risk Partners as CEO, chairs INEX Capital and Growth Advisors, and chairs Virtual Insurance Professionals. Additionally, he contributes as a director at Salem Cooperative Bank and as a trustee at the Currier Museum of Art. His past roles include President of The Insurance Exchange and Chairman and CEO of USI New England, showcasing his extensive leadership experience in the industry.