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Jacob Gigilal

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Director, IT Program Management at Nationwide
📍 Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area, United States

Jacob Gigilal is a Director of IT Program Management at Nationwide with over 25 years of experience leading high-performing global teams. His expertise spans strategic planning, technology development, and program management across insurance, finance, and healthcare. Colleagues describe him as dedicated, professional, and excellent at driving results.

He has a passion for continuous learning and unlocking innovation by leveraging technology. Jacobs educational background includes a Masters in Computer Management and a Stanford Advanced Project Management Certificate. He actively shares hiring opportunities, indicating a focus on team growth and talent acquisition.

Unique fact: Jacob previously managed production support for a syndicate at Lloyd’s of London, handling post-production for key business applications.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Director, IT Program Management
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area, United States
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Large-Scale Program Management
He has a proven track record of delivering large, complex transformation programs in the insurance industry, including Guidewire implementations and multichannel customer journey hubs.
Technology Innovation
His personal introduction highlights a passion for abstract thinking, connecting ideas, and leveraging technology to accelerate innovation and envision future possibilities.
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Career

Work history

9-2017
Director, IT Program Management
Nationwide
3-2012 - 9-2017
Principal Consulting Professional & BI Practice Leader
Navigator Management Partners
1-2007 - 2-2012
Managing Consultant & MDM Practice Leader
Attevo
10-2007 - 9-2008
Delivery Manager - Customer Data Integration
Grange Insurance
1-2007 - 12-2007
Production Support Manager
Mitsui Sumitomo
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Education
1994 - 1996
Masters in Computer Management
Savitribai Phule Pune University
1991 - 1994
BSC – Bachelor of Science
Mahatma Gandhi University
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