Caolan Kovach Orr, Ph.D., Cspa
About Caolan Kovach Orr, Ph.D., Cspa
Caolan Kovach Orr, Ph.D., Cspa, is a Vice President of Intelligent Data Automation at Arch Capital Group Ltd., with extensive experience in data science and machine learning, particularly in the insurance sector. He has held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at McGill University and Verisk, focusing on data analysis, predictive modeling, and product development.
Current Role at Arch Capital Group
Caolan Kovach Orr serves as the Assistant Vice President of Intelligent Data Automation at Arch Capital Group Ltd. since 2023. In this role, he focuses on leveraging intelligent data automation to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making processes within the organization. His position is based in Jersey City, New Jersey, and operates in a hybrid work environment.
Previous Experience at Hippo Insurance
Prior to his current role, Caolan Kovach Orr worked as a Data Science Leader at Hippo Insurance from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, he was responsible for leading data science initiatives and developing predictive models to improve insurance pricing strategies. His work contributed to the company's data-driven decision-making processes.
Academic Background and Research
Caolan Kovach Orr completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computational Biology at McGill University from 2008 to 2015. During his academic tenure, he also worked as a researcher and scientist for a brief period in 2015. Additionally, he served as a teaching assistant at McGill University for five years, where he supported undergraduate education in various subjects.
Expertise in Data Science and Machine Learning
Caolan Kovach Orr possesses extensive expertise in machine learning, particularly in the context of insurance pricing. He has experience in predictive modeling using techniques such as Gradient Boosted Trees, Random Forest, and Generalized Linear Models (GLM). His skills include statistical data analysis of large multidimensional datasets and summarizing complex data for effective communication with stakeholders.
Educational Qualifications
Caolan Kovach Orr holds a Bachelor's Degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Rutgers University, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He also earned a Certificate in Environmental Geomatics during his time at Rutgers. His educational journey continued at McGill University, culminating in a Ph.D. in Computational Biology, which has provided a strong foundation for his career in data science.