Technology Executive · Fortune 100 · Fortune 500 · Tech Industry · 30+ Years
Sean Canady
Turning technology into competitive advantage through AI strategy, enterprise architecture, and high-performing teams.
Career at a Glance
Technology Leadership That Delivers
Technology executive with 30 years of experience driving innovation and shaping strategic technology ecosystems that deliver tangible business outcomes. Extensive leadership in managing and scaling high-performing teams, architecting complex systems, and aligning technology solutions with business objectives across the life insurance industry. Deep expertise in digital transformation, AI, data strategy, and enterprise architecture with a track record of leading cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges, optimize processes, and enhance customer experiences.
Years Technology Leadership
Technology Portfolio Oversight
Years in Life Insurance Technology
Technology Professionals Led
Career Arc
Signature Strengths
Expertise
What I Focus On
Three decades of experience distilled into four core areas where I drive the most impact for organizations navigating digital transformation.
AI & Data Strategy
Implementing enterprise AI capabilities from agentic systems to AI-assisted development, driving data-informed decision making across business functions.
Enterprise Architecture
Defining and evolving technology architecture across application, data, integration, and infrastructure domains for a Fortune 100 insurer.
Digital Transformation
Modernizing legacy systems with customer-centric outcomes while maintaining operational stability in regulated environments.
Technology Leadership
Building and scaling high-performing technology teams, establishing development standards, and driving organizational technology strategy.
Thoughts & Insights
Latest Perspectives
Explorations in AI strategy, technology leadership, and innovation in regulated industries.
June 18, 2025
Reimagining Conversational Interfaces as Customer-First Experiences
Traditional IVRs prioritize efficiency over experience. What if we designed voice interfaces that assume customers want human connection—and made waiting actually pleasant?
June 1, 2025
Envisioning the Future of Life Insurance
What could the life insurance industry look like in 25 years? AI, blockchain, and emerging technologies are poised to redefine how we manage risk and customer relationships.
May 30, 2025
Harnessing AI in Life Insurance
The life insurance industry stands on the brink of transformation driven by AI. Embracing it is not about jumping on the latest bandwagon—it is about rethinking how we conduct business.
May 10, 2025
AI in Life Insurance: A New Era for Industry Leaders
The rise of AI is not just a trend—it is a transformative force reshaping how we operate, engage with customers, and make decisions in the life insurance industry.
Beyond the Day Job
Projects & Interests
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Let's Connect
Whether you're looking to discuss technology strategy, explore collaboration, or just want to chat about the future of AI in enterprise—I'd love to hear from you.