Michael "Slades" Sladek
About Michael "Slades" Sladek
Michael 'Slades' Sladek serves as the Vice President of Brokerage Sales at Mutual of Omaha, where he has worked since 2021. With a diverse background in sales and marketing across various companies, he specializes in e-technologies for insurance and has a proven track record of achieving sales growth and operational efficiency.
Current Role at Mutual of Omaha
Michael Slades Sladek serves as the Vice President of Brokerage Sales at Mutual of Omaha. He has held this position since 2021, working from Houston, Texas. In this role, he focuses on driving sales growth and enhancing brokerage operations. His leadership is characterized by a commitment to identifying target clients and streamlining sales processes.
Previous Experience in Sales and Marketing
Sladek has extensive experience in sales and marketing across various organizations. He worked as the National Sales Director at Mutual of Omaha from 2015 to 2021, where he contributed to significant sales initiatives. Prior to this, he held the position of Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Ebix from 2009 to 2014, and served as Vice President of VUL Sales & Marketing at American General Life Companies from 2008 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Sladek holds a Master of Science in Taxation (MST) from DePaul University, which he completed between 1990 and 1994. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Accounting and Economics from Northeastern Illinois University, studying from 1982 to 1989. His educational background supports his expertise in taxation and financial services.
Innovative Contributions to the Insurance Industry
Throughout his career, Sladek has specialized in e-technologies for the insurance sector. He developed a patented electronic process for application and appointment submission, which led to reduced operational costs and improved efficiency in product deployment. Additionally, he created mentorship programs that enhanced global sales performance by managing and developing teams.
Career Development and Achievements
Sladek's career includes significant achievements in sales growth and operational improvements. He has consistently achieved double-digit sales growth by identifying key clients and optimizing sales processes. He also successfully rehabilitated a struggling financial services software vendor, restoring it to financial stability within 18 months.