Steve Baird
Enterprise Technology & Claims Leader | Transforming Operations Through Scalable Solutions | 30+ Years Cross-Functional Experience | PMP, ACP, PM/PO
- Role
- Engineering Manager at State Farm
- Location
- Hudson, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Steve Baird
Strategic program and portfolio leader with 10+ years of experience delivering cross-functional, enterprise-scale initiatives across insurance claims, product development, and technology. Led creation, design and rollout of a patent-pending inventory management solution improving claim handling efficiency, visibility, and proactive prioritization. Known for building collaborative delivery teams, managing complex programs, and aligning work to business goals. Experienced in Agile/SAFe methodologies, change adoption, and executive communication.Certifications: PMP • PMI-ACP • SAFe Agilist • Certified Scrum Master
Experience
Engineering Manager
Nov 2024 — Present
Led the development of CHIP/CLIP, a patent-pending inventory management solution reducing reliance on calendars and improving visibility into claim and lifecycle status.Managed Agile product teams aligned with enterprise initiatives; reduced indemnity spend by 10% in the first 6 months.Created and launched a data-driven third-party medical bill review process, saving an average of 18% per Auto BI claim.Delivered dashboards and status updates for executive, legal, and business leaders to drive alignment and prioritization.
Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Government
1985 — 1989
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