Robert Bourdeau has a diverse and extensive work experience that spans over several industries. Robert is currently serving as the President of Al Bourdeau Insurance Agency since May 2018, where they oversee all aspects of insurance brokerage planning, operation, education, communication, legal, analytic, and innovation. Additionally, they are involved in software and database development to enhance operational efficiency.
Prior to their current role, Robert worked as the Associate Director for IT and Senior Systems Engineer at Columbia University, Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center from June 1998 to January 2003. In this position, they managed software development, web design, and systems administration staff and was responsible for coordinating all software development and computer systems operations activities. Robert also wrote research proposals for science and technology R&D contracts and grants.
Furthermore, Robert has experience working as a Systems Engineer, Section Manager for Software Engineering and Systems Development at the Consortium for International Earth Science Information Network from January 1995 to June 1998. During this time, they served as the principal systems architect, managed a systems development and operations team, and coordinated efforts with NASA engineering teams.
In the early stages of their career, Robert worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Michigan State University, Department of Computer Science, conducting research in software development theory and practice, formal mathematical logic, and automated reasoning. Robert also designed and implemented distributed, multimedia, geospatial earth science, biological, and policy data systems.
Additionally, Robert has held positions as an Applications Programmer, Graduate Teaching Assistant, and Faculty member at various universities, including Michigan State University and University of Michigan at Flint. In these roles, they taught programming methodology, multiple programming language mini-courses, database design, and applied courses on commercial software packages, participated in curriculum development, and provided systems administration support.
Overall, Robert Bourdeau's work experience demonstrates their expertise in insurance brokerage, software development, systems architecture, data systems, and teaching.
Robert Bourdeau, CPCU CIC CRM has a strong educational background in computer science and mathematics. Robert attended the University of Michigan from 1982 to 1987 and obtained a B.Sc. degree in Computer Science & Mathematics. Robert then went on to pursue further studies at Michigan State University, where they completed their M.Sc. degree in Computer Science & Mathematics from 1987 to 1989. Although they did not complete their Ph.D., they accomplished significant coursework at Michigan State University in Computer Science, with those studies spanning from 1990 to 1994.
In addition to their academic achievements, Robert Bourdeau has also obtained several certifications in the insurance industry. Robert obtained the Certified Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) certification from the American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters in July 2015. Furthermore, in April 2013, they earned the Certified Authority on Workers Compensation designation from The Accident Fund Insurance Company of America. While it is known that they obtained the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) certification from The National Alliance for Insurance Education, the specific details regarding the month and year of attainment are not available. Lastly, Robert holds licenses as a Life and Health Insurance Producer and Property and Casualty Producer in the state of Michigan. However, the exact dates of obtaining these licenses are unknown.
May, 2018 - present
January, 2003