Meet several military spouses recognized through the 2024 Travelers In-Synch Service Awards Program—honored for their excellence in Operations roles and their impact on customers, agents and brokers across the U.S. and Canada.
Lisa Kopitzke’s experience as a U.S. Army Medic shaped the courage, resilience and discipline that have guided her 15-year career at Travelers. Now a Director at the Advanced Analytics Information Technology Center of Excellence, she leads employee groups and enhances software value. Lisa’s story shows how military skills can translate into a successful career in insurance, supported by a strong, welcoming community at Travelers.
U.S. Navy veteran Steve Shiring, now VP of Personal Insurance, Product Management at Travelers, shares how his military background shaped his 20-year career. From leading a submarine crew at 22 to managing nuclear weapon systems, Steve developed leadership, teamwork, and accountability skills that seamlessly transitioned to his role at Travelers. With the support of programs like the Military/Veterans and Allies Diversity Network, Steve exemplifies how veterans can build impactful careers in insurance. Learn how Travelers values and supports military talent.
Podcast host Kim DeLissio and Sr. Consultant of Enterprise Talent Management Ellen Vyce discuss career development in the second episode of the Life at Travelers podcast.
At Travelers, we recognize the unique skills that military spouses bring—such as problem-solving, decision-making, and empathy—qualities that are invaluable in roles involving customers and brokers. Our latest video follows six Travelers military spouses as they share how they have found opportunity, stability, and community across the company.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career but unsure how to best showcase your skills and experience? At Travelers, countless opportunities are waiting for you. Our latest blog will provide resume writing tips to help you stand out.
On a recent Citizen Travelers, Travelers Institute webinar, Cory Johnson, Co-Chair of the Travelers Military/Veterans and Allies Diversity Network, and Janice Brunner, Group General Counsel and Head of Civic Engagement at Travelers, were joined by Ellen Gustafson, Executive Director and Co-Founder of We the Veterans and Military Families, to explore the rewards of civic engagement for veterans and military families.
As U.S. Navy veteran Zack Maxey approached the end of his 20-year military career, he participated in two veteran programs that afforded him the time and the stability to establish connections and gain valuable civilian work experience. This ultimately led him to employment at Travelers. Read on to discover how Zack, now a Business Systems Analyst, navigated his transition and the advice he offers those who are approaching or beginning the process of bridging the gap between military service and civilian work.
Following Andrew’s career in the Canadian Armed Forces, he has continued to find camaraderie, community, opportunities for growth in his Travelers Canada technology career. Read more about his Travelers Journey.
Congratulations on your new role! Learn what four tips Lynn has to help you navigate your new role and be successful.
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