Derek Rice
About Derek Rice
Derek Rice serves as the Assistant Vice President and Manager of Learning & Development at Cincinnati Insurance Company, where he has worked since 2013. He has developed a distance learning strategy and oversees numerous training initiatives, including webinars and continuing education events.
Work at Cincinnati Insurance Company
Derek Rice has held the position of Assistant Vice President & Manager of Learning & Development at Cincinnati Insurance Company since 2013. In this role, he has developed a comprehensive distance learning strategy for the organization. He oversees a range of educational initiatives, including 60 state-filed continuing education classroom events and a library of over 300 online courses. His responsibilities also include delivering 10 to 15 webinars each month, aimed at enhancing the skills of employees and agents.
Previous Roles at Cincinnati Insurance Company
Before his current role, Derek Rice served as Manager of Learning & Development at Cincinnati Insurance Company from 2007 to 2013. During this time, he designed and implemented a sales process that focused on the behaviors and activities of successful agents. He also led the first dedicated Independent Agent training group, which included eight learning professionals. His earlier tenure in this role from 2007 to 2010 contributed to the development of various training programs and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Derek Rice earned a Bachelor's degree in English and Instructional Design from Baldwin Wallace University, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in learning and development, allowing him to effectively design training programs and educational materials that meet the needs of the organization.
Achievements in Learning and Development
Derek Rice has made significant contributions to the field of learning and development at Cincinnati Insurance Company. He introduced DISC personality assessments to improve communication, collaboration, and customer service within the organization. Additionally, he created a 1-Day Seminar focused on the Target Market Program, aimed at driving product-related impact. His initiatives have generated 2.5 times the income required to cover department expenses through fee-based learning events.