John Palmer
About John Palmer
John Palmer serves as the Manager of Corporate Solutions at RLI Insurance Company, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in IT strategic vision development and project management across various organizational levels.
Work at RLI Insurance Company
John Palmer has been with RLI Insurance Company since 2012, serving as the Manager of Corporate Solutions. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing mainframe applications, billing and collections, producer management, and corporate accounting. His position requires collaboration across various organizational levels, including third-party vendors and senior executives. Prior to his current role, he worked as the Manager of Application Support at RLI Insurance from 2004 to 2012, where he managed application support initiatives.
Education and Expertise
John Palmer studied Computer Science and Electronics at Illinois Central College from 1991 to 1993. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge in technology and systems management. His expertise includes developing and implementing IT strategic visions and managing projects of varying scales, from large-scale initiatives involving multiple business units to smaller support projects.
Background in Software Development
Before joining RLI Insurance Company, John Palmer worked as a Senior Software Developer at Affina from 2002 to 2004 in Peoria, Illinois. This role contributed to his technical skills and experience in software development, which he later applied in his managerial positions at RLI Insurance.
Remote Team Management Experience
John Palmer has demonstrated expertise in managing remote teams, specifically overseeing a group of 20 off-site consultants located in India. This experience highlights his ability to coordinate and lead teams across different geographical locations, ensuring effective communication and project execution.
Project Management Skills
Throughout his career, John Palmer has managed both large-scale projects that involve all business units and smaller support-sized projects. His project management skills encompass strategic planning, execution, and oversight, ensuring that organizational goals are met efficiently.