Jay Calvert

About Jay Calvert

As a leader with extensive management experience, I specialize in program management across the technology and talent spectrum as evidenced by developing and implementing a multi-year $30M+ program while leading a 120+ cross-functional team. I achieve results by intentionally building, transforming and leading high performing teams focused on excellence, continuous improvement and change management. LEADERSHIP: 16+ years in complex and senior managerial roles. Led multiple global & cross functional teams STRATEGIC PLANNING: Transformed complex strategies into executable plans and roadmaps EXECUTION: Proven track record of program development and delivery under multiple constraints FINANCIAL RESULTS: Removing redundancy, improving efficiency;$2.25M expense reduction in 2024 CLIENT SATISFACTION:\"\"Highly Satisfied\"\" project Sponsor ratings the norm when delivery a project Led the execution of four major efforts in 2024 on a $30M+ technology program budget Over the past five years, consistently exceeded annual targets in excess of $1.5M per year Led 220+ members overseeing planning & execution of recruiting programs across sq miles / 4 states 1 of 35 coaches to be a part of ERIE Insurance\'s Coaching Network, professionally coached 20+ employees in 6 years Presented the Naval War College James Forrestal Award for \"\"Excellence in Strategy Development and Force start a conversation: J••••••••@gmail.comEDUCATION MBA, North Carolina State Univiersity, Poole College of Management Masters of Arts (MA), National Security & Strategic Studies, Naval War College Masters of Science (MS), Human Systems Integration, Naval Postgraduate School Bachelor of Science (BS), Economics, United States Naval AcademyMORE ABOUT ME:Corporate Strength in both program and people leadership. Steadfast and resolute at the intersection of IT and our business, I have been the cornerstone of delivering Data\'s business value the past two years. Delivered Auto & ErieSecure Home Endorsements, Personal Lines Customer, and Data Cloud Migrations projects ahead of schedule with the highest quality. U.S. Navy Honorably served over 20 years with my most rewarding role as Commanding Officer where I led a team of 225+ to recruit from an area of miles. Fun Facts- Exercise fuels my confidence and best ideas. Completed 100+ triathlons, including two Ironman races, the World Armed Forces Triathlon, and the World Age Group Championship- Avid traveler with family.

Experience

1. Director, Value Management Office Agile Program Management Value Stream Delivery

   Continental General

   May 2025 — Present

   Delivering multiple strategic initiatives across the company\'s value streams driving revenue growth and expense savings.

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• United States Naval Academy

  B.S., Economics

• Naval Postgraduate School

  M.S., Human Systems Integration

• U.S. Naval War College

  Master of Arts (MA), National Security & Strategic Studies

Skills

• Military Operations
• Program Management
• Defense
• Top Secret
• Command
• Performance Management
• Organizational Development
• Weapons
• Leadership
• Recruiting
• Strategic Planning
• Organizational Leadership
• Military Experience
• Leadership Development
• Navy
• Force Protection
• Talent Acquisition
• Budget Management
• Operational Planning
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Security Clearance
• Training
• Strategic Leadership
• Employee Engagement
• Military
• Dod
• National Security