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Seth Block

Director of Programs and Initiatives @TruStage

Madison, WI, US
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WORK HISTORY

Jun 2024 — Present

Director of Programs and Initiatives @TruStage

Transitioned into new role leading a team specializing in traditional Project and Program Management, including high-priority Imperatives and confidential initiatives. Partnered with peers to redesign the organizational structure, aligning talent with strategic objectives. Lead a team of 17, including 5 direct reports, ensuring seamless execution of key enterprise initiatives- Co-designed and developed new organizational structure and led the communication and transition for 32 staff- Established execution engagement and alignment across Strategic Imperatives ensuring effective organization, metrics, structures, and communication across imperatives and to the broader organization- Expanded team scope by integrating the Business Analysis practice (5 team members), ensuring alignment with organizational priorities- Handpicked to join an enterprise AI pilot cohort, exploring and applying artificial intelligence tools to transform how work is delivered, and insights are generated- Co-designed and developed the program and project reporting dashboard for quarterly Executive Team briefing, created visibility into the most critical efforts and highlighting key issues or decisions to be made- Led planning and execution of high-impact, confidential initiatives, maintaining stability and connectivity to planning efforts despite enterprise-wide organizational changes- Collaborated with peers to establish initiative prioritization criteria, ensuring optimal resource allocation and funding alignment across our PMO team of 35+.

EDUCATION

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University of Wisconsin-Madison

Environment & Resources, Sustainable Management Strategy

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University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh

Bachelors of Business Administration, Supply Chain Operations Management

SKILLS

Supply Chain ManagementSustainable DesignSupply ChainErpSustainable BusinessLean OperationsData VisualizationCross-Functional Team LeadershipStrategySustainable EnergyManagementTeam BuildingStrategic PlanningSix SigmaSales ManagementInventory ManagementDmaicData AnalysisCritical ThinkingProcess ImprovementLeadershipStatisticsEnvironmental IssuesEnvironmental Impact AssessmentBusiness StrategyBusiness Process ImprovementLean Six SigmaProject ManagementRisk ManagementMicrosoft OfficeSalesProcurementSustainabilityCustomer ServiceSustainability ReportingChange ManagementEnvironmental EducationTrainingPeople DevelopmentLean Manufacturing

ABOUT SETH BLOCK

I am a strategic transformation and program leader in Insurance and Financials Services, specializing in Agile execution at scale, M&A integration, and delivering enterprise-wide high profile initiatives. Proven ability to lead complex programs, optimize resource management, and drive operational excellence. Successfully led a $1.4B acquisition and a $37B broker-dealer conversion, ensuring seamless execution and synergy realization. Adept at navigating matrixed organizations, reducing costs, and enhancing business agility through Lean, Agile, and PMO best practices. I thrive in high-stakes, complex environments and enjoy creating high performing teams to achieve meaningful business outcomes in a thoughtful way.Core Strengths- Agile Delivery (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, LeSS)- Enterprise Program & Portfolio Leadership- M&A Integration & Strategic Execution - Business Transformation & Change Management- Resource Allocation & Workforce Optimization - Financial Oversight & Cost Reduction- Executive Stakeholder Engagement & Influence- Strategic Leadership & Outcome Focused- Risk Management- Operational and Digital Transformation in Insurance- Vendor & Contract ManagementPersonality type: ENTJ.

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