Jonathan Parker

About Jonathan Parker

I\'m an experienced insurance product manager with in-depth specialization in property & casualty as well as group benefits (life, disability, absence, and accident & health). I continuously use my knowledge and expertise to deliver business growth and promote innovation.Over the past 20+ years of progressive experience, I have developed into a leader who cares about the team and enables growth through strategic planning and hands-on work. I have a wealth of experience in underwriting, pricing, and product development, promoting technology transformation and process automation efforts. Moreover, I am skilled at building relationships on different levels, engaging all stakeholders in managing key initiatives and achieving efficiency improvements together.As a product manager, I analyze existing offerings, conduct market and competitor analyses, study data trends, and conduct other research to develop new business, launch new product enhancements, and expand operations through partner growth and increased retention. My goal is to respond to needs with product & process enhancements or new strategies to achieve the company’s goals and key stakeholders’ vision. A cornerstone of my experience has been fostering strong partnerships with independent agencies, vendors, and other business channels. By nurturing and growing these relationships, I ensure that our strategies align with the needs of partners, ultimately contributing to our mutual success.In addition to my professional involvement, I am a strong disability advocate. As an individual with profound hearing loss, I am passionate about promoting accessibility and inclusion for individuals with disabilities. Additionally, as a volunteer at several local organizations, I advise youth on career development, empowering them to take responsibility for their life and success.If you would like to connect or know more about my professional story, please send me an InMail message or email me at j••••••••@gmail.com.Key Strengths: Product Management | Insurance | Underwriting | Organizational Leadership | Change Management | Team Leadership | Program Management | Strategic Planning | Communication | Growth Delivery | Operational Excellence | Project Management | Innovation | Training & Mentoring | Data Analytics | Relationship Building

Experience

1. Senior Product Manager

   Plymouth Rock Assurance

   Jun 2023 — Present · Boston, MA, US

   Leadership role responsible for managing state profitability in a highly complex regulatory environment. Balances external industry and competitive market pressures, actively manages risk profile and portfolio segmentation for sustainable profit and fosters strong partnerships with independent agencies to drive growth and enhance market presence.• P&L manager for a $360 million personal automobile insurance portfolio in New Jersey.• Craft and implement multi-year business strategies to meet annual growth and profitability targets, overseeing state filings and collaborating closely with the Department of Insurance.• Lead high-complexity projects, utilizing advanced tools and data systems to identify, test, and resolve strategic business issues, while troubleshooting inconsistencies and presenting actionable recommendations to senior leadership.• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Claims, Underwriting, Customer Service, Actuarial, and IT teams to drive initiatives, gather actionable feedback, and enhance growth, profitability, and customer experiences.• Hire, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of analysts, fostering a collaborative environment that drives innovation and achieves strategic business objectives.

Education

• Saint Joseph's College

  Bachelor of Science, Finance

  1996 — 2000

• Bentley University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management

  2016 — 2019