Jon Deason

Practice Leader @ Blue Horizons Group

About

I have over 10 years of experience in developing and executing HR and Total Rewards technology strategies. I have led multiple projects to implement, integrate, and modernize cloud-based platforms, such as Varicent ICM, Workday, and SAP Callidus TrueComp, to enable advancement of HR business objectives and streamline compensation processes. I am passionate about creating and implementing process improvements to increase productivity and profitability, and effectively consulting with business partners to understand their end goals and deliver technical solutions. I have a proven record of completing multiple competing deliverables without compromising accuracy or quality, and prioritizing and mitigating risks. I have exemplary communication and leadership abilities, and I am recognized for implementing numerous projects under budget. My core competencies include: HR Business Strategy HRIS Workday Sales Performance Management System Implementation Change Management Strategic Planning Team Leadership Vendor Management Process Improvement Agile Methodologies Operations Management

Country

United States

City

Merritt Island

Industry

Insurance

Skill

HRIS, Product Management, Business Process Development, Strategic Planning, System Implementations, Project Management, Technology Change Management, Third-Party Vendor Management, Organizational Alignment, Software Development Lifecycle, Process Improvement, Defining Requirements, Change Management, Personnel Management, IT Leadership, Compensation Planning, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Outsourcing

Experience

Practice Leader

Blue Horizons Group

2025-12 - Present · 10 mos

Project Manager

Blue Horizons Group

2025-6 - 2025-12 · 7 mos

Associate Director, Software Configuration

Humana

2021-2 - 2025-3 · 4 yrs 2 mos

Develop short-term and long-term technology roadmaps enabling advancement of HR business objects. Leading all technical aspects of the modernization of Short-Term Incentive administration: Implementation of Varicent ICM (Incentive Compensation Management) cloud platform, integration with 10+ disparate non-HR systems, transition of Targeted Incentive compensation plans to systematic calculation and payout, sunsetting legacy platforms, vendor management, and full payroll integration ($30M budget). Facilitated integration of M&A programs (12k associates) as subject matter expert across all Workday modules and integrations. Maintaining all priors cope/responsibilities of compensation program administration and payments ($1B+ paid annually).

Lead Software Engineer

Humana

2019-10 - 2021-2 · 1 yr 5 mos

Orlando, Florida

Managed all technical aspects of the SAP Callidus TrueComp commission calculation platform in addition to prior scope/responsibilities. Led team that ensured maximum systematic efficiency with minimal production issues ($900M+ annually). Maintained all prior scope/responsibilities of compensation program administration and payments ($780M+ paid annually).

Senior Software Engineer

Humana

2018-7 - 2019-10 · 1 yr 4 mos

Implemented and provided direct support of Core and Advanced Compensation Workday products. Gained significant experience integrating with HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Time and Attendance, and Performance Workday modules. Provided technical expertise for Compensation projects and initiatives. Configured, tested, and supported the first focus-date Pay Planning, Associate Incentive Plan, and Annual Equity review cycle ($500M+ paid annually).

Technical Consultant

Humana

2014-2 - 2018-7 · 4 yrs 6 mos

Managed Compensation data and analytics systems. Fostered constant platform process improvement to support Compensation programs and initiatives. Provided all back-office support for Annual Equity Award process ($100M+ paid annually).

Implementation Manager

Aon

2003 - 2013-11 · 10 yrs

Orlando, Florida Area

BENEFITS IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER (2003 – 2013) Managed implementation projects, including delivery of operating systems and seamless transition to ongoing services. Consulted with clients, client prospects, and internal groups on outsourcing opportunities. Developed plans presenting key deliverables and milestones for assigned projects. Analyzed risks and manage budget allocations, expenditures, and related financial activities. Managed and mentored direct reports, including other implementation managers, and a virtual project management team in the U.S. and India. Oversaw the timely and accurate implementation of multiple clients simultaneously.