Austin Bekkering, AI Ns
About Austin Bekkering, AI Ns
Austin Bekkering is a software developer at Auto-Owners Insurance in Lansing, Michigan, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in risk management, insurance, and actuarial science from Ferris State University, and is currently pursuing additional professional designations.
Work at Auto-Owners Insurance
Austin Bekkering has been employed at Auto-Owners Insurance since 2019, serving as a Software Developer. In this role, he develops software using COBOL and ABAP languages. His tenure at Auto-Owners Insurance follows a previous position as an Associate Software Developer from 2018 to 2019. Both positions were based in Lansing, Michigan, contributing to his experience in the insurance software development sector.
Education and Expertise
Austin Bekkering studied at Ferris State University, where he pursued multiple fields of study. He achieved a Certificate in Risk Management and Insurance from 2014 to 2019. Additionally, he completed a Certificate in Computer Science and studied Actuarial Science from 2014 to 2018. He is currently pursuing Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Associate in Premium Auditing (APA) designations, demonstrating his commitment to advancing his expertise in the insurance and actuarial fields.
Background
Before joining Auto-Owners Insurance, Austin Bekkering worked in various roles that contributed to his professional development. He served as Structured Learning Assistance at Ferris State University from 2016 to 2018. He also completed a one-month externship at The Hanover Insurance Group in 2017. These experiences provided him with a foundation in the insurance industry and software development.
Professional Development
Austin Bekkering is actively preparing for actuarial exams to further his career in the actuarial field. His ongoing education and pursuit of professional designations reflect his dedication to enhancing his skills and knowledge in risk management and insurance.