Dan Watt
About Dan Watt
Dan Watt serves as the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Industry Strategy at FINEOS, where he applies his extensive experience in the insurance sector to address industry challenges. With a strong background in leveraging technology for employee benefits carriers, he is recognized as a thought leader and contributor to various industry publications.
Work at FINEOS
Dan Watt has been with FINEOS since 2021, currently serving as Senior Vice President of Product Management and Industry Strategy. He previously held the position of Vice President of Product Management at the same company from 2019 to 2021 and served as AVP of Product Management from 2017 to 2019. In his role, he focuses on leveraging modern technology to streamline processes for employee benefits carriers. He actively contributes to the FINEOS blog, sharing insights on insurance technology and industry trends, and discusses the significance of policy administration systems in enhancing business success.
Education and Expertise
Dan Watt holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from La Salle University, which he attended from 2004 to 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, MS & IS from Penn State University, studying there from 1997 to 2001. His educational background, combined with extensive industry experience, has equipped him with a deep understanding of the life, accident, and health insurance market, making him a recognized source for industry insights.
Background
Dan Watt's career spans over two decades in the insurance and technology sectors. He began his professional journey as a Network Administrator at Users Incorporated from 2001 to 2003. He has held various leadership roles, including Director of Voluntary Operations at CIGNA and Director of Voluntary Strategy at The Hartford. His experience also includes positions at EIS Group Ltd and The Vanguard Group, where he managed data operations and strategic initiatives.
Achievements
Dan Watt has contributed to various industry publications, blogs, podcasts, webinars, and panel discussions, establishing himself as a thought leader in the insurance technology space. He has written extensively about the importance of modern core systems in preventing premium leakage and enhancing customer satisfaction. His insights are valuable for professionals seeking to understand the evolving landscape of employee benefits and insurance technology.