Balaji Santhanaraman

Balaji Santhanaraman is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in digital products engineering, particularly in the insurance sector. Currently serving as Vice President of Digital Products Engineering at GM Financial since March 2022, Balaji heads the digital initiatives for GM Insurance. Previously, Balaji spent over 21 years at Nationwide, where roles included Senior Delivery Leader and Program Head for Technology Innovation & Strategy, overseeing the launch of a new digital auto insurance company, as well as Director of IT Program Management, managing the $74 million Actuarial Modernization program. Balaji's foundational expertise encompasses program management across various tiers and complex projects, significantly improving the performance and outcomes of underwriting excellence. Balaji holds a Master's in Business Administration with a focus on Information Technology from Franklin University and a Bachelor of Technology from Anna University Chennai.