Candace Nordstrom
About Candace Nordstrom
Candace Nordstrom serves as a Senior Learning Specialist at Mutual of Omaha, where she has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in claims handling and training development, she plays a vital role in the learning and development initiatives for the Workplace Solutions division.
Work at Mutual of Omaha
Candace Nordstrom has been employed at Mutual of Omaha since 2019, currently holding the position of Senior Learning Specialist. In this role, she focuses on developing and maintaining training materials for Short-Term and Long-Term Disability claims handling. Prior to her current position, she served as a Long-Term Disability Claims Team Leader from 2015 to 2019 and as a Senior Benefit Claim Specialist from 2012 to 2015. Her experience at Mutual of Omaha spans over five years, during which she has contributed to learning and development projects for the Workplace Solutions division, which consists of over 1,000 employees.
Previous Experience at Applied Underwriters
Before joining Mutual of Omaha, Candace Nordstrom worked at Applied Underwriters. She served as a Claims Adjuster/Sr. Claims Adjuster from 2005 to 2011, accumulating six years of experience in claims management. Following this role, she became the Medical Only Team Leader from 2009 to 2011, where she led a team focused on medical-only claims. Her time at Applied Underwriters provided her with a solid foundation in claims handling and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Candace Nordstrom studied at Bellevue University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. Her academic background supports her professional expertise in training and development within the insurance sector. Additionally, she is certified as a DDI Facilitator, which enables her to deliver leadership and management training programs effectively.
Professional Contributions
In her current role as Senior Learning Specialist at Mutual of Omaha, Candace Nordstrom plays a significant role in various learning and development initiatives. She is responsible for creating training materials that enhance the skills of employees involved in Short-Term and Long-Term Disability claims. Her contributions are vital to the ongoing education and professional development of staff within the Workplace Solutions division.