Steve Mc Gonagle
About Steve Mc Gonagle
Steve Mc Gonagle serves as the National Practice Leader for Absence Management at The Standard, where he has worked since 2017. With extensive experience in disability and absence management across various companies, he coordinates marketing strategies and acts as a subject matter expert in his field.
Current Role at The Standard
Steve Mc Gonagle serves as the National Practice Leader for Absence Management at The Standard, a position he has held since 2017. Based in Portland, Oregon, he is responsible for leading the strategic development of the company's Integrated Absence Management offering. His role encompasses both pre-sales and post-sales development, ensuring that the offerings meet the needs of clients and brokers. He also coordinates marketing and training strategies tailored for brokers and existing and potential clients.
Previous Experience in Absence Management
Prior to his current role, Steve Mc Gonagle held several positions in the absence management field. He worked at Fineos as an Assistant Vice President Product Manager for nine months in 2016. Before that, he served as the Disability and Absence Management Operations National Account Manager at Broadspire from 2015 to 2016. His experience includes significant roles at Unum, where he was a Disability Benefits Specialist and later a Manager for the National Client Group Implementation.
Educational Background
Steve Mc Gonagle earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern Maine - School of Business. This educational foundation has contributed to his expertise in absence management and his ability to lead strategic initiatives within the industry.
Expertise and Specializations
As a subject matter expert, Steve Mc Gonagle provides insights and guidance to internal partners across various departments, including sales, account management, underwriting, and operations. His extensive experience in absence management allows him to effectively coordinate strategies and initiatives that align with organizational goals and client needs.
Career Progression in the Insurance Industry
Steve Mc Gonagle has a diverse career in the insurance industry, having held various managerial and specialist roles. He worked at Liberty Mutual Insurance as a Manager II for Group Benefits - Leave Services from 2012 to 2014 and at Prudential Financial as a Client Product Manager and Vendor Relationship Manager from 2007 to 2012. This progression highlights his extensive experience and knowledge in managing absence and disability programs.