Michael Holberg
About Michael Holberg
Michael Holberg serves as the Senior Director of International Operations at Epiq, bringing extensive experience in operational leadership and technical expertise. His career includes significant roles at Liberty Mutual Insurance and Safeco Insurance, where he contributed to process improvements and successful mergers and acquisitions.
Current Role at Epiq
Michael Holberg serves as the Senior Director of International Operations at Epiq, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees international operations and contributes to the strategic direction of the company. His experience in operational leadership is instrumental in driving efficiency and effectiveness within the organization.
Previous Experience at Liberty Mutual Insurance
Michael Holberg has extensive experience at Liberty Mutual Insurance, where he held several key positions. He served as Lean Director I from 2013 to 2015 and Lean Director II from 2015 to 2017, focusing on process improvements and customer experience. Additionally, he worked as a Principal Consultant for a brief period in 2013 and as a QA Manager from 2009 to 2012, contributing to software quality assurance and operational excellence.
Experience at Garden City Group
At Garden City Group, Michael Holberg held the position of Assistant Vice President from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure, he implemented a culture of Continuous Improvement that resulted in significant cost savings of nearly $500,000 as the company prepared for its acquisition by Epiq. His leadership in this role showcased his ability to drive operational efficiencies.
Technical Knowledge and Expertise
Michael Holberg possesses deep technical knowledge in various domains, including cloud services, large-scale software deployment, software quality assurance, and data quality automation. His expertise extends to digital transformation and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, which he applies in technical environments to enhance operational performance.
Impact on Mergers and Acquisitions
Michael Holberg played a significant role in the seamless transition following Liberty Mutual's acquisition of Safeco. He impacted the careers of 45 direct reports and over 90 contract employees during this process. Additionally, he successfully navigated post-M&A due diligence and systems integration for Epiq's acquisition of two Canadian entities, demonstrating his capability in managing complex organizational changes.