Brad Hollatz
About Brad Hollatz
Brad Hollatz serves as the Director of Solutions Delivery Architecture at F&G, where he leads technical delivery of corporate projects and provides strategic guidance. He has extensive experience in systems engineering and business intelligence, having previously worked at Farm Bureau Financial Services and Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.
Current Role at F&G
Brad Hollatz serves as the Director of Solutions Delivery Architecture at F&G, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads the technical delivery of corporate projects and enterprise initiatives. He provides strategic technical leadership and guidance to various operational committees and working groups, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Additionally, he develops and promotes technical roadmaps aimed at modernizing and enhancing business solutions within the organization.
Previous Experience at Farm Bureau Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Hollatz held multiple positions at Farm Bureau Financial Services. He worked as a Systems Engineer for Marketing & Distribution Compensation Systems from 2015 to 2017. He also served as a Senior System Analyst focusing on Customer Relationship Management (CRM) from 2011 to 2015, and as a Programmer Analyst - Lead Business Intelligence Developer from 2006 to 2009. His tenure at Farm Bureau included a total of over eight years, during which he contributed to various IT and business intelligence projects.
Experience at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Hollatz began his career at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, where he held several positions from 2001 to 2006. He started as a Customer Service Representative and progressed to Operational Analyst roles, including Operational Analyst 2 and Operational Analyst 3. His experience at Wells Fargo provided him with a foundation in operational analysis and customer service, which he later applied in his roles at Farm Bureau and F&G.
Education and Certifications
Brad Hollatz holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Northern Iowa, achieved between 1997 and 2000. He furthered his education at the University of Illinois Springfield, where he earned a Master of Science in Management Information Systems, along with multiple Graduate Certificates in Business Intelligence, Business Process Management, and IT Project Management, all completed between 2015 and 2018. His educational background supports his expertise in technical leadership and project management.
Mentorship and Leadership
At F&G, Hollatz actively mentors developers and provides guidance on career growth and professional goals. His leadership extends beyond project management, as he fosters an environment of learning and development within his team. This commitment to mentorship reflects his dedication to nurturing talent and enhancing the skills of those in the technology sector.