Dynamic and results-oriented leader with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, transforming organizations, and leading cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments. Adept at navigating complex challenges, whether launching cutting-edge startups, managing billion-dollar P/L portfolios, or developing innovative market solutions. Known for building cohesive, high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Equipped with deep expertise in operational strategy, product management, and process optimization, and committed to delivering sustainable growth and value. A visionary leader with a blend of corporate acumen, entrepreneurial mindset, and military discipline, ready to shape the future of any forward-thinking organization.Personal interests include spending time with my family, boating on the lake, watching SEC football, enjoying a great Napa or Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon, and exploring the outdoors.
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Chief Operating OfficerCartanUnited States -
OwnerDouble Bond Ventures Sep 2024 - PresentDouble Bond Ventures is an investment firm that seeks to deploy capital in the acquisition of existing businesses between $1M - $9M. -
Chief Operating OfficerCementify 2024 - Nov 2024Cementify’s mission is to dominate the concrete ready-mix market by selling better concrete that dramatically decreases carbon emissions. More strength, less carbon. -
Senior Vice President, Head Of Product ManagementKemper 2020 - 2024Chicago , Il , UsLead business executive responsible and accountable for a $4 billion P/L within the Kemper Auto non-standard private passenger auto book of business. Led the vision, strategy, and execution of four separate NSA products across twenty-five states and multiple distribution channels.• Led a team of over 60 product professionals, providing coaching, teaching, and mentorship in areas such as state P/L management, national product strategy and execution, research and development, as well as data and analytics. Successfully unified four distinct cultures into a cohesive and forward-thinking organizational culture.• Led the conversion of new business and renewals from a legacy policy administration system to the Guidewire Policy Center platform. Responsible and accountable for the seamless migration across all products and channels to ensure the enterprise project stayed within approved timelines and budget. -
Chief Underwriting OfficerFarmers Insurance 2014 - 2020Woodland Hills, Ca, UsSelected by the CEO and President of Personal Lines at Farmers to lead the Personal Lines Underwriting department responsible for protecting the rating and exposure integrity of the customers that are members within the Farmers’ Exchanges. Led a diverse business unit of roughly 100 talented underwriting leaders and support staff with matrix accountability to another 100+ to underwrite a $15 billion book of auto, home, and umbrella business.• Served as a member of the Farmers Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to the formulation of the long-term strategic direction for a $20 billion enterprise.• Developed, designed, and executed a sophisticated underwriting behavior algorithm using machine learning and artificial intelligence. The algorithm, a pioneer in the industry, identifies suspicious agent and customer behavior by incorporating over 200 performance metrics across the entire insurance value chain.• Innovated and implemented a groundbreaking responsive underwriting system, strategically intervening in specific underwriting actions at crucial moments, such as dynamically halting a quote based on agent and customer information. This system is integral to a comprehensive program aimed at incentivizing agents for exemplary underwriting behavior. -
Senior Personal Lines OfficerUtica National Insurance Group 2012 - 2014New Hartford, Ny, UsLed the Utica National Personal Lines Business Unit. Responsible and accountable for a $120 million book of personal lines business. Led a team of 38 personnel across various functional disciplines to include Product Management, Pricing, Underwriting and IT Systems Analysts. -
Director, Product ManagementThe Hartford 2011 - 2012Hartford, Ct, UsResponsible and accountable for a $300 million book of personal auto and home business for The Hartford. -
Director, Risk ServicesRli Insurance Company 2007 - 2009Peoria, Il, UsSelected to serve as the first process improvement deployment champion at RLI. Responsible for developing and implementing all corporate wide process optimization and expense reduction initiatives. -
Lean Six Sigma Black BeltCaterpillar Inc. 2006 - 2007Irving, Texas, UsLean manufacturing project manager skilled in both DMAIC and DMEDI Six Sigma Black Belt methodologies -
CaptainUs Army 1996 - 2005Arlington, Virginia, UsCaptain, Field ArtilleryOperation Iraqi Freedom II (1st Cavalry Division Apr '04 - Mar '05)Awarded Bronze Star
Russell Lee Education Details
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United States Military Academy At West PointManagement -
The University Of Chicago Booth School Of BusinessMaster Of Business Administration - Mba -
University Of OklahomaEconomics
Frequently Asked Questions about Russell Lee
What company does Russell Lee work for?
Russell Lee works for Cartan
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Russell Lee's current role is Chief Operating Officer.
What schools did Russell Lee attend?
Russell Lee attended United States Military Academy At West Point, The University Of Chicago Booth School Of Business, University Of Oklahoma.
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