“Bill and I worked together from 2008-2010. He is diligent, flexible, insightful, and a great guy to work with. We were faced with a variety of difficult business issues, and he very quickly put together innovative strategies and actionable work plans. I highly recommend him as a professional!” April 22, 2010 John Levisay , VP Business Development , ServiceMagic was with another company when working with William 'Bill' at Diones Agency
About Diones Agency
Diones Agency combines the headset and knowledge of one person along with leveraging insurance market access for the benefit of all. Bill is a change and risk management expert with deep experience in several business sectors, nationally and internationally. He has successfully used his strategic business acumen to contribute to the turnaround success and profitability of seven different Fortune 500 companies.
Bill is an energetic boundary spanner and has excelled in many roles including change management, innovation of new programs and products, value maximization, business development/sales, underwriting and management. Bill guides individuals and businesses that need help with insurance, risk and protection. Risk management, insurance protection strategies and innovation are Bill's priority to helping people and enterprise.
In his most recent role as Sr. VP of Aon/The Warranty Group he was the senior executive of a standalone complex of five different businesses. As a result of his focus on the bottom line, experience and industry knowledge, service and product development ability and maximization of various aspects of the business he created immense new value and revenue.
Bill is a true ‘fresh eyes’ advisor consultant. He has held senior positions with AON, AIG and Metris (now HSBC). Since the early ‘90’s, Bill has developed his own Insurance and Consulting business. His Insurance business encompasses multi-line insurance for business and individuals; and his Consulting business helps companies and individuals improve their risk management and maximize their businesses through accretive & organic strategies.
His extensive experience with intellectual property in the enhancement, insurance & warranty space has led to his multiple trademarks and patents on selected business process models. Here Bill is focusing on creating evolutionary and accretive services & process with key organizations in the financial sector including third party administrators, banks, merchant processors and insurance companies.
Bill received his B.A. in Economics & Finance with a minor in English from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. He is a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter and has achieved an Associates in Risk Management from The Insurance Institute of America. He is an avid outdoor athlete and has recently finished 3 marathons.
Bill has positioned Diones Agency to provide you access to a unique set of insurance and risk solutions along with inside perspective and leverage on the insurance world.
Recommendations:
"Bill's got a great understanding of the warranty business from all sides - sales / operations and risk management. More than anything else he's a straight shooter and follows through on his commitments. March 18, 2008. Ahmed Khaisghi, COO, Squaretrade worked directly with William 'Bill' at The Warranty Group
“Bill's intellect is superior and his keen insights into problem solving are a few areas where his preperation and leadership skills are exemplary. Bill is a natural leader and someone I would suggest would be a genuine asset to any organization or team.” February 19, 2010 Tom Murray , President/Chief Operating Officer , The Warranty Group worked directly with William 'Bill' at The Warranty Group
“I have worked with and known Bill Diones for over fifteen years. I offer my
highest recommendation for his business and personal honesty and achievements.
Jerrold E. Coy”
April 8, 2009
Jerry Coy , Account Executive ,
OfficeScapes
worked with William 'Bill' at The Warranty
Group
“Bill came into the organization at a time when we were starting to develop new product lines and take on administration versus outsourcing. Bill did a great job getting off to a running start in system selection, workflow design and staffing. Working for and with Bill was a great experience.” April 8, 2009 Chuck LaMantia , Vice President - Controller , Celtic Insurance worked indirectly for William 'Bill' at Aon Warranty Group - Innovative Solutions
“Bill has exceptional experience and understanding in the warranty, customer loyalty, product enhancement, and service industries. The breadth of his background allows him to create product and/or service offerings that deliver outstanding financial results to his clients in addition to high value to the customers of his clients.” May 21, 2010 Kevin O'Sullivan , VP Finance , Sonsio, Inc. worked directly with William 'Bill' at Diones Agency
“Bill is a very detailed individual who knows his business very well. He is also one of the best presenters that I have ever encountered. Although a lot his work has been administration he understand the business side as well and will work diligently to help everyone achieve their goals” April 8, 2009 John Mahoney , President & CEO , CRC Creditor Insurance Ltd. was with another company when working with William 'Bill' at Aon Warranty Group - Innovative Solutions
“Bill was an effective and creative risk management
professional. Bill always looked for solutions to problems rather than focusing
on just saying "no." His depth of experience and industry knowledge allowed him
to be a great resource on behalf of the business.” February
25, 2008
John Glantz , Sr. Director, Marketing , Metris Companies
worked
indirectly for William 'Bill' at HSBC-Metris Companies
“I had the opportunity and pleasure of working with Bill and
his team on many initiatives while at Metris Companies. Bill was always very
insightful and looked for solutions rather than focus on obstacles. He had a
very direct and creative approach that often lead to viable alternatives in the
face of extreme challenges. His depth of experience and industry knowledge make
him a great resource whose advice I often seek. Bill's keen sense of focus on
delivering results and driving toward firm deadlines, were enhanced with his
ability to consistently keep our customers and business partners best interest
in mind. I happily recommend Bill's work, and would welcome the opportunity to
work with him again.” January 2, 2008
Michael Homiak , Senior Director , Metris
worked
with William 'Bill' at HSBC-Metris Companies
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