Kettle, an InsurTech firm specialising in insurance and reinsurance for wildfire-prone areas, has announced the appointment of Jeff Chen as its chief risk officer (CRO).
Chen, an insurance veteran with nearly 20 years of experience in risk analytics, insurance, and reinsurance, joins Kettle to lead its risk management efforts, according to the Coverager.
In his new position, Chen will focus on enhancing Kettle’s risk management and underwriting strategies. His extensive background in actuarial science and data-driven decision-making will be instrumental as Kettle continues to expand its operations and refine its approach to providing wildfire insurance.
He previously held leadership roles at Root Insurance and AIG, demonstrating his ability to navigate complex insurance landscapes.
He is recognised as an Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) and a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA), further cementing his credentials as an industry leader.
Kettle leverages cutting-edge artificial intelligence to revolutionise wildfire insurance. By combining advanced analytics with traditional actuarial expertise, the company addresses challenges associated with insuring properties in wildfire-prone regions, offering innovative solutions to an industry in need of transformation.
Kettle CEO Isaac Espinoza said, “Jeff is a proven leader in actuarial science and risk management, with deep expertise in leveraging data to drive smarter decisions. His insights will be invaluable as we scale our operations and refine our approach to insuring wildfire-prone areas.”
Jeff Chen said, “Wildfire insurance is one of the most pressing challenges facing the insurance industry today, and Kettle’s use of artificial intelligence to address these challenges is reshaping an industry where traditional approaches simply aren’t enough. I am thrilled to join this innovative team and leverage my experience to enhance Kettle’s risk management and underwriting strategies.”
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