For over 10 years Allan Lubitz has served as Senior Vice President and CIO of Mercury General Corporation including the roles of CISO, CDO, and head of Innovation. He establishes the company's enterprise technology and digital transformation vision as well as leading the company's investments in customer solutions, new product technology, data analytics tools, software systems, global IT operations, cyber risk management, information security, business continuity, innovation and technology R&D. Previous roles include executive positions at H&R Block, First American Financial, Experian, TRW, and Ditech along with launching and running businesses, consulting and speaking engagements.

At UCI, he is a member of the CIO Roundtable and the Center for Digital Transformation Advisory Board. Other board and advisory roles have included public and private companies, several non-profit organizations including the Orange County School of the Arts and the Pacific Symphony as well as industry associations including past chair of the Mortgage Bankers Association Technology Board.

He received an MBA from Loyola Marymount University and a BA from Hiram College.

Key Interest or Research Areas:

• Building Trusted Relationships With Business Partners, Customers and Vendors
• Digital Transformation
• AI, BOTs, Robotic Process automation
• Achieving Growth and Profit Objectives Through Effective Use of Technology
• Aligning Business and IT Strategy Using ROI-based Prioritization
• Leveraging Data Analytics to Uncover Business Opportunities
• Developing Innovative Solutions and User Experiences That Drive Business Growth
• Designing & Optimizing Organizations
• Delivering High-Impact Initiatives On Time, On Budget, On Schedule
• Advanced Cyber Threat Protection
• Acquisitions