Joshua Davis
About Joshua Davis
Joshua Davis serves as the Assistant Vice President of Information Technology at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance in West Des Moines, Iowa, where he has worked since 2010. He has a background in project management and program management, with experience in various IT initiatives and a solid educational foundation.
Work at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance
Joshua Davis has served as the Assistant Vice President of Information Technology at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance since 2010. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing various IT initiatives and ensuring the effective management of technology projects. His tenure at the company spans 14 years, during which he has contributed to the development and implementation of critical IT systems and processes. His leadership has been instrumental in aligning technology solutions with business objectives, particularly in the area of Multi Peril Crop Insurance.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Davis has a diverse educational background that includes studies at Des Moines Area Community College from 1991 to 1993 and Morningside University from 1996 to 1997. He also completed his high school education at Saydel High School from 1988 to 1991. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in information technology and project management, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles, including project management consultancy.
Background in Project Management
Prior to his current position, Joshua Davis worked as a Project Manager Consultant at Aviva Life Insurance Company from 2006 to 2008 and at Paragon IT Professionals in 2009. His experience in project management has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead complex projects, including the management of a Policy Administration rewrite project that involved over 150 resources and 30,000 requirements. He has utilized a hybrid Waterfall/Agile SDLC methodology to ensure project success.
Technical Initiatives and Implementations
Joshua Davis has led several significant technical initiatives during his career. He implemented ESRI ArcGIS Server and .Net WebApp Development for ArcGIS GeoSpatial Mapping as part of IT initiatives at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance. Additionally, he has overseen multiple IT projects involving technologies such as Oracle, Active Directory, and ImageRight. His focus on compliance has been evident in his management of Multi Peril Crop Insurance projects, ensuring adherence to the Risk Management Agency's standards.
Program Management Development
In his role, Joshua Davis has developed program management processes that emphasize effective communication and escalation, executive reporting, and risk/issue management. His approach to program management has enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of IT operations at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance, facilitating better decision-making and project execution across various initiatives.