Suguru Fujita
About Suguru Fujita
Suguru Fujita is an Actuarial Data Scientist at AKUR8 in Tokyo, Japan, with over ten years of experience in the actuarial field, including life insurance, non-life insurance, and reinsurance. He holds multiple professional designations and has advanced degrees in Applied Mathematics from The University of Tokyo.
Work at AKUR8
Suguru Fujita has been employed at AKUR8 as an Actuarial Data Scientist since 2023. In this role, he supports actuaries and pricing teams by utilizing transparent machine learning technology. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of actuarial processes within the organization, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the insurance sector.
Education and Expertise
Suguru Fujita studied at The University of Tokyo, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mathematical Engineering and Information Physics from 2007 to 2011. He continued his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Science in Applied Mathematics with a focus on Information Physics and Computing from 2011 to 2013. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in actuarial science and data analysis.
Background in Actuarial Science
With over ten years of experience in the actuarial field, Suguru Fujita has worked across various sectors, including life insurance, non-life insurance, and reinsurance. His career includes significant roles at Guy Carpenter as an Actuarial - Reinsurance from 2017 to 2023 and at The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company, Limited as an Actuarial - Life from 2013 to 2016. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities within the insurance industry.
Professional Designations
Suguru Fujita holds multiple professional designations that reflect his qualifications in the actuarial field. These include Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries of Japan (FIAJ), Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), Certified Specialist in Predictive Analytics (CSPA), Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst (CERA), and Certification in Insurance-Linked Securities (Cert ILS). These credentials demonstrate his commitment to professional development and expertise in actuarial science.