Robert Tardella
About Robert Tardella
Robert Tardella is the EVP of Corporate Development at Simplicity Group with extensive experience in corporate development, M&A, and strategic finance in the insurance industry.
Title and Current Position
Robert Tardella is currently serving as the Executive Vice President (EVP) of Corporate Development at Simplicity Group. He has been in this role since 2023, contributing his extensive expertise in corporate development, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and strategic finance.
Previous Roles at Allstate and CNA Insurance
Prior to his current role, Robert Tardella worked as Director of Corporate Development at Allstate from 2018 to 2023, during which he was based in Chicago. Before Allstate, he held the same title at CNA Insurance from 2013 to 2018. In these roles, he was responsible for leading corporate development, M&A, and strategic finance functions in the insurance industry.
Experience in Investment Banking
Robert Tardella began his career in the financial sector. He worked as an Associate in Investment Banking at Macquarie Group from 2009 to 2013, following a role as an Analyst at Fox-Pitt, Kelton in 2009. His early career in investment banking laid the foundation for his expertise in financial transactions and advisory services.
Educational Background
Robert Tardella earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with Honors in Finance from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His academic background provided a solid foundation in financial principles, which has been instrumental in his professional achievements.
Industry Expertise and Achievements
With over a decade of experience in corporate development, Robert Tardella has extensive industry expertise in consumer protection products. He has completed dozens of transactions totaling over $15 billion in value and has experience in both buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions. Additionally, he has worked in an advisory capacity for private equity-backed companies, advising clients across the insurance industry on strategic transactions and capital raising.