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Denise Thomson

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Technical Product Manager at Mercury Insurance turning AI initiatives into user stories and cutting product delivery timelines by 40%.

United States
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At Mercury Insurance, I shape product strategy and delivery for AI solutions, translating initiatives into actionable epics and user stories in Jira. This work reduced product delivery timelines by 40%.

At GEICO, I was one of four founding Product Managers launching the B2B Insurance Services business unit. I partnered with Safelite on a glass claims workflow that cut processing time by more than 30 minutes per claim.

Earlier at GEICO, I managed an AI-powered first notice of loss initiative that digitally triaged claims and generated estimates within 15 minutes, delivering $4M in annual savings. I also directed an AI solution to validate vehicle damage from claim data.

My work has spanned product and project management, claims, process improvement, and compliance in the insurance industry. I’ve also led GEICO’s Cybersecurity Awareness Program and worked as an Auto Damage Adjuster, giving me experience across the claims process.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Technical Product Manager

Mercury Insurance

Feb 2026 - Present (8 months)

Led product management initiatives using Agile methodologies, achieving a 30% enhancement in strategic prioritization efficiency. Crafted and communicated product delivery strategy and go-to-market roadmap for AI solutions, resulting in a 25% increase in alignment with business goals and improved customer satisfaction KPIs.

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Associate Internal IT Auditor

Jun 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 2 months)

Led end-to-end SOX audit projects from planning through fieldwork and reporting, testing controls and ensuring compliance. Presented audit findings to senior leadership through quarterly reviews, influencing process documentation and implementation of mitigating controls.

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Project Manager - Cybersecurity Awareness Leader

Sep 2018 - Jun 2019 (9 months)

Directed GEICO's Cybersecurity Awareness Program, engaging 40,000+ associates and driving improved daily cybersecurity behaviors. Designed and executed a companywide Cybersecurity Escape Room initiative to boost employee participation and awareness.

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Auto Damage Adjuster

May 2014 - Sep 2015 (1 year 4 months)

Completed intensive onsite training in auto damage assessment and insurance policy application, then independently appraised vehicles and negotiated repair costs. Documented and photographed claims thoroughly to reduce cycle time and guided customers through the total loss process.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Virginia logoUV

University of Virginia

Bachelor's, Anthropology

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology from the University of Virginia.

University of Phoenix logoUP

University of Phoenix

Associate's, Information Technology

Associate's degree in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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