Lindsay Quandt Obaji

Sr Director, Sales Enablement at Optavise

Lindsay Quandt Obaji has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Lindsay is currently working as the Director of Sales Enablement at Optavise since August 2023. In their role, Lindsay leads growth initiatives by optimizing the value delivered from CNO shared services divisions to the Worksite field force.

Prior to that, Lindsay worked at CNO Financial Group from 2012 to 2023. Lindsay'sroles at CNO include serving as the Director of IT Program Manager for Valuation Transformation and Data Analytics Program, where they led the execution of 12 workstreams and managed business stakeholders and vendor partners. Lindsay also held the position of Product Development Program Manager, responsible for the Innovative Product Design and Delivery process for three segments of CNO Financial Group.

Before joining CNO, Lindsay worked at DiverseGOV as a Federal Program Manager, handling contracts for clients such as USAF, DHS, and USEPA. Lindsay also served as the Government Contracts and Marketing Manager at Quality Environmental Professionals, Inc. (QEPI), where they managed large IDIQ programs and coordinated with various stakeholders.

Earlier in their career, Lindsay gained experience in the public sector as a Communications Staff intern for the Indiana House of Representatives. Lindsay was responsible for overseeing communications between Representatives and media outlets. Lindsay also worked as an Insurance Agent at State Farm.

Overall, Lindsay Quandt Obaji has a strong background in program management, sales enablement, and communications, with expertise in various industries including financial services, government contracts, and insurance.

Lindsay Quandt Obaji, MA has a diverse educational background. In 2002, they began their higher education journey at Indiana University Bloomington, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Communication Studies. Lindsay successfully completed their undergraduate program in 2006.

Motivated by their passion for communication, Lindsay continued their academic pursuits at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. From 2011 to 2013, they completed a Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies-Rhetoric, further honing their skills in the field.

In 2020, Lindsay undertook a certification program at the BRM Institute of Management and Information Technology (BRMIMIT) in Bhubaneswar. Lindsay attained the title of Certified Business Relationship Management, emphasizing their dedication to professional growth and development.

Currently, Lindsay is pursuing an advanced degree at the University of Indianapolis. Lindsay embarked on a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program with a concentration in Finance in 2018. As of now, they are still actively working towards their degree, with an expected completion date in 2025.

Through their varied educational experiences, Lindsay Quandt Obaji, MA has cultivated a strong academic foundation and a commitment to continuous learning.

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