Jessica Jeske
About Jessica Jeske
Jessica Jeske serves as the Sr. Manager of Business Transformation at Transamerica, where she has worked since 2017. Previously, she held the position of Sales and Marketing Director at Windmill Manor and has extensive experience in business operations and management.
Work at Transamerica
Jessica Jeske has been serving as the Senior Manager of Business Transformation at Transamerica since 2017. In this role, she focuses on integrating various business functions to enhance operational efficiency. Her responsibilities include establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) for newly integrated departments and leading significant projects, such as the consolidation and transfer of New Business Operations from Kansas City, MO to Cedar Rapids, IA. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Regional Account Manager (B2B) at Transamerica from 2000 to 2015, accumulating 15 years of experience in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Jeske studied Business Administration and Management at Kirkwood Community College. She achieved a degree in Business Administration and Management, General. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in business transformation and management, equipping her with the necessary skills to lead projects and integrate accounting functions into departmental operations.
Background
Before her tenure at Transamerica, Jessica Jeske worked at Windmill Manor as the Sales and Marketing Director from 2016 to 2020 in Coralville, Iowa. During her four years in this position, she focused on enhancing sales strategies and marketing initiatives. Her experience in sales and marketing complements her current role in business transformation, allowing her to apply a diverse skill set to her projects.
Achievements
In her current role at Transamerica, Jessica Jeske has successfully integrated accounting functions into the business transformation efforts. She has developed staffing models and has been responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees for the transition project related to New Business Operations. Additionally, she established key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the newly integrated department, demonstrating her commitment to operational excellence.