Lisa Pawlowski

Experience

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  CNA Insurance

  Jan 1988 - Jan 1991

  • Actuarial Analyst, Statistical Analytics

    Jan 1990 - Jan 1991

  • Actuarial Analyst, General Liability Pricing

    Jan 1988 - Jan 1990
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  Zurich North America

  Jan 1991 - Jan 2016

  I took charge of simultaneously leading three dynamic actuarial teams, each playing a crucial role in strategic initiatives:• Led a core Commercial Markets team in Schaumburg, IL, shaping and maintaining the profitability review structure for all areas within Commercial Markets.• Headed an Environmental team in New York, NY, providing essential support for the pricing of environmental coverages.• Managed a team in Toronto, Canada, overseeing pricing support for Canadian business.The collective efforts of these teams significantly contributed to overall success and strategic goals. Show less

  • Senior Vice President, Business Lead - Modular Pricing

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  • Senior Vice President, Head of Transactional Pricing

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  • Senior Vice President, Chief Reserving Officer

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2013

  • Vice President, Commercial Markets Pricing

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  • Assistant Vice President, Reserving Manager

    Jan 1999 - Jan 2006

  • Actuarial Analyst, Financial Reporting

    Jan 1996 - Jan 1999

  • Actuarial Analyst, Large Account Pricing

    Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

  • Actuarial Analyst, Reserving

    Jan 1991 - Jan 1994
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  LHH

  Jan 2017 - now

  Career Transition Coach

  As a Career Transition Coach, I guide individuals through strategic career shifts. I provide personalized coaching, assess skills, and create actionable plans. My role involves empowering clients to overcome challenges, explore opportunities, and achieve their professional goals with confidence and purpose.• Successfully facilitated career transitions by implementing personalized coaching strategies, resulting in clients securing positions aligned with their desired goals.• Developed and conducted workshops on resume optimization and interview preparation, enhancing clients' communication skills and boosting job placement rates.• Revamped and personalized client resume formats, resulting in increased callbacks and interviews.• Implemented targeted networking strategies, resulting in an expansion of clients' professional networks and increased visibility in their respective industries.• Effectively coached clients in mastering interview techniques and negotiation skills, leading to increased job offers and higher salary outcomes for those securing new positions. Show less

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  School District U-46

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2021

  Mathematics Teacher - South Elgin High School

  I passionately equipped students for real-world math challenges in their academic journey and future careers by instructing fundamental subjects like Algebra and Geometry. I thrived on fostering a positive learning environment, witnessing the joy on students' faces as they embraced new concepts and triumphed in acquiring valuable skills.

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  Independent Tutor

  Jan 2021 - now

  Mathematics Tutor

  As a Math Tutor, my role is to provide personalized and effective guidance to students. I create engaging lesson plans, clarify complex concepts, and adapt teaching methods to individual learning styles. I am committed to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment, helping students build confidence, excel in their studies, and develop a genuine appreciation for mathematics.• Revitalized struggling students' understanding of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus through tailored lessons, employing innovative visual aids and interactive exercises, resulting in significant average grade improvement within one semester.• Developed and implemented a customized curriculum for advanced students, challenging them with complex problem-solving strategies, leading to improved scores on standardized math assessments.• Utilized effective communication skills to establish rapport with students and their parents, resulting in increased student engagement and a noticeable boost in overall math-related confidence and enthusiasm for the subject. Show less