Guidewire

Overview

Our extensive Guidewire Practice started in 2004 and since then we have become the largest boutique Guidewire Practice in the US/Canada. We have over 300+ employees working directly or indirectly on over 50 current Guidewire projects.

Over the years we have had successful initial implementations, upgrades, support/maintenance for the InsuranceSuite and other Guidewire products like Digital Portals, DataHub and InfoCenter. We have worked as the system integrator and also beside other SI’s and even Guidewire themselves.

We offer multiple engagement models that include onsite, on-shore or Off-shore or any combination of the three. We can support any engagement model to meet your requirements and budget needs. As we only deploy our employees to projects and don’t use subcontractors, we have the most competitive rates in the industry. We will entertain 1 or 2 positions as staff aug or multiple people through project or managed services teams. We have all skillsets with a minimum of 3-4 projects experience in developers, BA’s, QA’s, PMs, Architects, Scrum masters etc…

Delivery Offices

US – Charlotte, Chicago

Canada – Toronto

India – Hyderabad

Specialization

Delivery Engagements

Onsite – Our team moves to your location for the length of the project. Our employees move to the client site so they are available just as the internal project team. There are no lost travel days to plan around and no expenses to incur to your budget

On Shore – Delivery Offices include Charlotte, NC, Chicago IL and Toronto CA. Our delivery offices provide segregated office space for each client to avoid any potential cross contamination of proprietary information. We can accommodate all skillsets (BA, QA, Dev and PMs) at these locations.

Off-shore – Delivery Offices include Hyderabad, IN. Our delivery offices provide segregated office space for each client to avoid any potential cross contamination of proprietary information. We can accommodate all skillsets (BA, QA, Dev and PMs) at this location.

We can support any engagement model to meet your requirement and budget needs. As we only deploy our employees to projects, we offer the most competitive rates in the industry. We can entertain a 1 or 2 position as staff aug or multiple people through project or managed services teams.

Differentiators

Our Talent

PM and Scrum Master Talent and Expertise

Skills & Engagements

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Onsite Engagements

Our dedicated team integrates seamlessly with your internal project teams on-location, ensuring that every aspect of your IT needs is addressed in real time. By embedding our full-time employees directly at your site, we eliminate travel-related delays and expenses, providing you with a cost-effective, cohesive, and reliable consulting experience. We relocate our team to the client location at no cost to the client, for the duration of the project.

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On-Shore Options

We offer robust on-shore delivery capabilities from our strategically located offices in Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL and Toronto, CA. Each office is equipped with segregated spaces to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information. Our on-shore teams are prepared to handle all required skill sets, including Business Analysts (BA), Quality Analysts (QA), Developers, and Project Managers (PMs).

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Off-Shore Solutions

Our off-shore delivery offices in Hyderabad, IN, are designed to provide the same level of expertise and confidentiality as our on-shore locations. We maintain segregated office spaces to ensure that your project data remains secure. Our off-shore teams are proficient in various skill sets, ensuring comprehensive support for all project phases.

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Dan Pollack

Dan, our Chief Customer Officer, entered the P&C industry following his graduation from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1990. He joined NXT Level to spearhead our customer acquisition strategy, advocate for our practices throughout the sales cycle, mentor staff, and ensure customer success. With over three decades of experience in P&C, Dan has spent 20 years specializing in Guidewire products, handling everything from initial implementations to upgrades, data migration, and ongoing maintenance and support.
Before joining NXT Level, Dan served as AVP IT Services at Great American Insurance, where his responsibilities included Guidewire Implementation, ETL Services, Testing, Business Analysis Center of Excellence, and Legacy Migration. Over his 26-year tenure at Great American, he earned certifications in Project Management (PMP) and an Associate in Insurance Designation (AINS).

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Michael Lauren

Michael Lauren serves as the Co-President and Managing Partner of NXT Level Technologies, bringing over three decades of experience in the technology industry, with a focus on the Guidewire applications market for the past 18 years. He has led sales, outsourcing, solutions, and project management teams throughout his career.
Michael has spearheaded initiatives and facilitated Mergers and Acquisitions within the IT industry, raising over $50 million in capital over the years. He possesses a strong capability in cultivating profound relationships with CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, and senior IT management across various organizations.

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Vijay Babers

Vijay Babers serves as Co-President of NXT Level Technologies. He holds a master's degree in computer science from New South Wales University, Sydney, Australia. Over the past 30 years, Vijay has built a robust practice centered on Guidewire, ECM, Middleware, and Cloud solutions driven by his visionary leadership.
Passionate about his work, Vijay prioritizes customer service and success above all else. He excels as an IT strategic leader and change agent, adept at identifying and implementing innovative solutions to intricate business challenges. Vijay's management style is results-oriented, emphasizing rapid delivery of substantial and measurable business value within the Property and Casualty Insurance and other industries.

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Rishab Chawla

Rishab is our Director of Vendor Management, bringing over 16 years of experience in the IT industry, with 15 years specifically focused on Guidewire Products. He possesses a strong background in sales, management, and delivery, fostering excellent relationships with teams and vendors alike.

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Neeta Ruhela

Neeta joined NXT Level as Senior Architect and Engagement Director. With over 30 years of experience in software delivery, she has spent 24 years specializing in the Finance and P&C industries.
Neeta excels in Enterprise Application Integration and associated practices, concepts, and methodologies. Her expertise lies in large-scale customized application development and management, particularly in J2EE and Guidewire application integration. She serves as a proficient Guidewire Architect, adept at bridging the gap between business requirements and development teams.
Neeta holds a Master of Engineering in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering.

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Matt Gillespie

With over 15 years of leadership experience, Matt is a pragmatic leader who seamlessly merges business acumen with extensive IT expertise to yield tangible business results. He is dedicated to optimizing operational efficiency by fine-tuning processes, products, services, and software, ensuring alignment with overarching business goals.
Matt’s leadership style is rooted in transparent communication and a customer-centric focus. His collaborative approach spans all organizational levels, where he crafts strategic, tactical, and operational roadmaps for business enablement and stability. Known for excellent interpersonal skills, Matt fosters positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Matt brings a unique blend of technical expertise and leadership skills to the table. His ability to understand and align technology with business goals has resulted in significant operational efficiencies and cost savings in his previous roles. His experience spans across various sectors, including insurance, digital services, and healthcare, making him a versatile leader in the IT industry.
Matt aims to leverage his extensive experience and skills to drive digital transformation in organizations. He is particularly interested in cloud computing and its potential to revolutionize business operations. His goal is to lead organizations towards a more efficient and innovative future through the strategic use of technology.

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Christy Pollack

Christy serves as our Client Services Manager with over 30 years of experience in the Property and Casualty (P&C) industry. She began her career as a claims processor and has since held various roles including processor, lead processor, processing supervisor, management information specialist, and data analyst.
Christy's expertise includes vendor management oversight and reconciliation. She has provided extensive management support utilizing Cognos and the ClaimCenter application, focusing on requirements gathering and quality assurance testing.
To deepen her knowledge of P&C Insurance, Christy has earned several certifications including Associate in Insurance Designation (AINS), Associate in Claims (AIC), Associate in Claims Management (AIC-M), and Associate in Insurance Services (AIS).

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Dawn M Gee

Dawn brings over 30 years of experience in the Property and Casualty (P&C) Industry. She graduated from Michigan State University and has held various management roles with multiple carriers, spanning both business and IT domains. Dawn's career includes leadership in Commercial Auto and Workers’ Compensation business units, as well as training end-users on new systems.
Her expertise extends to managing claims systems testing and support analysts, and later leading Claims Business Analyst teams. Dawn has more than 15 years of experience with PolicyCenter, having worked on both System Integrator teams and directly with carriers. She has been instrumental in the full lifecycle of projects, from inception and implementation to upgrades and ongoing production enhancement support, consistently serving as a senior or lead business analyst.
Dawn is known for establishing strong working relationships with her peers and clients, maintaining connections with individuals from each implementation she has been involved in.

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Doug Dickerson

Doug serves as our Lead Solutions Architect, having graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Computer Science in 1994. Since then, Doug has accumulated nearly 35 years of experience in the tech industry, working with both large and small companies. His career has been marked by continuous learning and growth in software development, development infrastructures, and systems integrations.
With 18 years specifically dedicated to the Property and Casualty (P&C) community, Doug has excelled in implementing multi-platform Guidewire products. His expertise spans upgrades, initial implementations, development infrastructure setup, as well as ongoing maintenance and support.

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Shravan Yerabati

Shravan is our Human Resources Manager with over 18 years of industry experience. He adeptly bridges communication between senior management and employees to foster and enhance company-employee relations. Shravan's responsibilities include researching, recruiting, staffing, onboarding, and training new hires tailored to meet departmental needs.
He ensures compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and health and safety standards. Shravan also oversees payroll administration, manages company benefits packages, and determines appropriate compensation. Additionally, he coordinates corporate events, oversees vendor management, and organizes team-building meetings.

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Dave Trigo

David serves as our Vice President and Head of Cloud Implementations. A graduate of the New England Institute of Technology, David has dedicated the majority of his career to leadership roles within the P&C Insurance sector. He has held pivotal positions at prominent insurance carriers such as Hanover, MetLife, and Farmers.
Throughout his career, David has held various IT roles including Chief Architect, IT VP for Personal Lines, and Head of Strategy and Guidewire Delivery. Since 2005, he has been at the forefront of Guidewire initiatives, overseeing the implementation of a comprehensive range of Guidewire suite components.
Notably, David led the pioneering Guidewire cloud implementation at MetLife, successfully replacing an outdated legacy system with a strategic cloud-based solution. His leadership and expertise continue to drive innovation and excellence in cloud implementations within the insurance industry.

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Colin Parker

Colin is a seasoned insurance executive with over 20 years of experience, primarily with Guidewire Software. His career has been marked by supporting the sales team and effectively managing project delivery. Colin possesses deep expertise in leveraging Guidewire applications across diverse lines of business within the Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance industry.
In addition to his sales and delivery responsibilities, Colin has provided strategic advisory services to numerous insurers worldwide, including in the United States, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, England, and Russia. His insights and guidance have been instrumental in helping insurers optimize their operations and enhance their business outcomes.

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