Gregory Owen Email and Phone Number
With extensive executive-level experience in technology, operations, and Board of Directors leadership, I have dedicated my career to transforming IT departments, driving business initiatives, and leading strategic modernization efforts. My expertise spans across mid-market and Fortune 100 insurance and financial services companies, where I have successfully managed IT turnarounds, recruited top talent, and implemented robust security and risk management frameworks.In my roles as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, I have overseen comprehensive technology infrastructures, spearheaded major system implementations, and played key roles in mergers and acquisitions. I excel in project management, enterprise data warehousing, business analysis, and systems design and development, consistently leveraging GE Six Sigma quality training to enhance business processes and close performance gaps.My industry experience includes insurance (property & casualty, long-term care, disability, dental, life, and annuity) and banking. I have served on boards and committees, contributing to product development, marketing, security, compliance, and IT strategy. Throughout my career, I have been committed to fostering innovation, improving operational efficiency, and delivering strategic value to the organizations I serve.I am currently focusing on entrepreneurial ventures and selectively entertaining Board, advisory, or management consulting/interim CIO roles. If you have a need for expertise in these areas, I would be delighted to discuss how I can contribute to your success.
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Ceo And FounderRisktechers Jul 2024 - PresentManagement and Technology Advisory Services focused on the Insurance and Financial Services industry.
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Board MemberOzark National Life May 2020 - Jul 2024Kansas City, Mo, Us• A.M. Best “A-“ (Excellent) rated life insurer with a wholly owned introducing broker N.I.S. Financial.• Over $6 billion of life insurance in force offered through a captive agency force primarily selling the Balanced Program; a modified whole life insurance policy where, after the first policy year, the policyholder makes periodic investments into a mutual fund. -
Senior Vice President And Chief Information OfficerNational Western Life Mar 2018 - Jul 2024Austin, Texas, Us• A.M. Best “A“ (Excellent) and Standard & Poor’s Rating of “A-” (Strong) rated life and annuity insurance carrier with 113,000 annuity contracts and $15.9 billion of life insurance in force.• Senior technology officer with responsibility for all aspects of technology infrastructure, development, and support services for all insurance operations domestic and internationally. -
Vice President, Chief Information OfficerWestern Reserve Group Sep 2007 - Mar 2018Wooster, Ohio, UsResponsible for all IT related services and operations for WRG and an independent insurance agent network of 500+ locations (2,700+ producers) selling Auto, Home, Farm and Commercial insurance.• Member of WRG Operating Committee setting WRG business strategy and annual business plan.• Chair of WRG IT Steering Committee providing technology project governance, cost benefit analysis and prioritization.• Member of WRG Enterprise Risk Committee (ERM) -
Corporate Vice President & CioNew York Life Long Term Care Aug 2005 - Sep 2007New York, New York, UsMember of LTC executive management team reporting to LTC division head. Primary responsibility for all IT related services and operations for NY Life LTC. This includes development of long-term system’s strategy in support of LTC business goals, project prioritization and execution, and data center operations.•Introduced formalized project management disciplines to the whole of LTC, including the implementation of MS Project Server to centrally manage the allocation of LTC resources across the organization.•Improved primary IT audit controls and verification processes focused primarily on daily batch processing, asset management, desktop software management and reporting.•Improved access to data by utilizing consulting assistance to develop a subject oriented data warehouse and introduced standard reporting tools (Crystal Enterprise and Business Objects). -
2Nd Vice PresidentAssurant Employee Benefits Jul 2002 - Aug 2005Kansas City, Mo, UsResponsible for all applications development. Managed a team of 6 direct reports and a staff of 130 (300+ with contractor resources) with a development budget of $75M.•Directed the development of an enterprise-wide data warehouse and electronic data interchange processing.•Managed IT vendor contract negotiations, billing, offshore infrastructure and processes.•Implemented Six Sigma process improvement methodologies to define IT processes, facilitate business process improvements and a SDLC tollgate methodology.•Introduced layered and service oriented architecture development practices.•Responsible for all IT quality inspections.•Implemented formal change management process based on ITIL framework.•Responsible for ensuring IT processes are compliant with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) legislation. -
Cio / Client Service Executive - Property And Casualty ReinsuranceGe Employer'S Reinsurance Corp Jul 1994 - Jul 2002Boston, Ma, UsBegan as a Programmer / Analyst and ended my tenure as a Client Service Representative and CIO of the P&C Re America's subsidiary.As CIO I was responsible for increasing the Property and Casualty Segment’s top line by opening new markets, improving operating margin by driving out cost and providing Six Sigma Quality benefits through the application of technology to the business. Responsible for all P&C IT department development, services and support. Managed development activities both domestically and offshore. -
System AnalystUnited Missouri Bank May 1993 - Jul 1994• Responsible for office automation analysis and application support.• Developed real-time bond inventory system for Bond Trading Desk. -
End User Services TechnicianHill’S Pet Nutrition (Colgate Palmolive) May 1991 - May 1993
Gregory Owen Education Details
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The University Of KansasComputer Science -
East Central Vocational CooperativeAc/Dc Circuits And Digital Electronics
Frequently Asked Questions about Gregory Owen
What company does Gregory Owen work for?
Gregory Owen works for Risktechers
What is Gregory Owen's role at the current company?
Gregory Owen's current role is Executive Leader in Technology & Insurance | Board Member | IT Strategy & Transformation | Six Sigma Process Improvement.
What schools did Gregory Owen attend?
Gregory Owen attended The University Of Kansas, East Central Vocational Cooperative.
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