John Sedillo, PMP

Experience

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  Allstate Insurance

  Jan 1982 - Jan 1989

  Market Analyst

  Analyzed market trends and competitive analysis; Developed feasibility studies relative to new NOA's (Neighborhood Office Agencies).

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  National Farmer's Union Insurance

  Jan 1989 - Jan 1991

  Personal Lines Underwriter

  Territorial Underwriter for the states of CO, UT, NE, NM and MT.

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  Nationwide Insurance Company

  Jan 1991 - Jan 1999

  Product Specialist

  Liaison with independent brokers in the San Francisco area to market and qualify Nationwide Insurance products.Worked extensively with the company's largest proprietary clients ensuring their compliance with Nationwide's risk policies.Praised both by clients and managers for excellent analytical and customer relationship skills.In depth familiarity with market trends and analysis.Extensive emphasis on Risk Management techniques and development of risk mitigation.Sr. Underwriting Specialist Territorial Underwriter for Prime market and high value accounts.Represented Northern CA regional office as staff auditor for 2 consecutive years.Personal Lines Trainer for new underwriter staff. Show less

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  California State Automobile Association

  Oct 1999 - Dec 2016

  Planned and managed complex Esignature initiative involving 3 distinct IT systems, while coordinating associated activities across multiple business lines. Thereby improving acquisition, in excess of 2M annually. Developed program overview, Cost Benefit Analysis, location criteria, site search, Architect and Engineering design, approvals, resource allocation schedules, project plans, implementation and benefit analysis. Develop change management guidelines designed to mitigate environmental hazards, particular to activities involving new construction and remodels. Prepared communications and formal presentations for executive management and staff on change management protocol. Lead teams typically consisting of 20-25 people, representing all lines of business. Scheduled and directed regular status meetings, managed issues log, risk management and change requests.Manage project budget, schedule, and technical performance efforts from initiation through realization.Manage Vendor Selection, Contract Negotiations and budgets for self-service programs.Compiled detailed weekly/monthly production reports for distribution to Market Executives.Created extensive vendor network to centralizing costs and reducing inefficiencies. Responsible for the effective deployment of equipment throughout the AAA network.Implemented new business model and created High Performance teams related to prototype for new AAA Commercial Center.Recipient of Portfolio Management Award for superior performance: 3 consecutive years.Environment - Microsoft Office, MS Project 2007, PeopleSoft, SharePoint Show less Analyzed market trends and submitted recommendations to ensure that products aligned with market strategy. Engaged in new product development specific to Auto enhancements, rate changes and new product features.Analyzed component costs to facilitate cost-effective design changes.Development of business requirements and testing of new Integrated Policy Management system. Working within a team environment and consulting with developers, identified myriad of independent system applications serving all lines of business. Submitted proposals for policy integration systems and acting as subject matter expert for proof of concept. Nurtured partnership with specialty line providers to co-brand new Motorcycle, Watercraft and Antique Auto Products.Developed network associations and exchange of product innovations through industry trade fares and conferences.Represented Product Development within team environment to ensure delivery of analysis, proposals, ratings, and system specifications according to project schedules.Quarterly Competitive Analysis and Intelligence Reporting to management.Environment - Microsoft Office, MS Project 2007, PeopleSoft, SharePoint Show less

  • Project Manager

    Apr 1999 - Dec 2016

  • Product Development

    Oct 1999 - May 2010