Hallmark Financial Services Inc. announced that Robert Collins has joined Hallmark to lead the standard commercial product line, Hallmark Commercial Insurance Solutions (CIS). Mr. Collins will serve as the President for CIS and will manage the profitable growth, diversification, and operations of the product portfolio. Hallmark Commercial Insurance Solutions offers a broad range of commercial insurance products such as Commercial Package Policy, Businessowners Policy and includes coverage for commercial auto, crime, EPLI, inland marine coverage, and Umbrella in targeted industry segments for appointed agents. Mr. Collins served most recently as the Chief Underwriting Officer at Hanover Insurance Group for the West region. There he was responsible for the underwriting and development of all territory branches in the region. Prior to Hanover, Mr. Collins held underwriting and sales executive roles with CNA Insurance Company, Argonaut Insurance Company, St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company, United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company and Fireman's Fund Insurance Company, specializing in Standard Commercial, Energy and Casualty Risk Management accounts.