Stephen Spinner
About Stephen Spinner
Stephen Spinner serves as the Manager of the Special Investigative Unit Analytics at Auto-Owners Insurance, where he has developed a counter-fraud solution that utilizes both internal and external data to detect fraudulent organizations.
Work at Auto-Owners Insurance
Stephen Spinner has served as the Manager of the Special Investigative Unit Analytics at Auto-Owners Insurance since 2014. In this role, he has developed a counter-fraud solution that integrates data from both internal and external sources to identify fraudulent organizations. His work focuses on enhancing the company's ability to detect and prevent fraud, contributing to the overall integrity of the insurance process. Spinner's experience in operational SIGINT is applied in his current position, enabling him to utilize advanced analytical techniques in fraud investigations.
Previous Experience with Michigan State Police
Before joining Auto-Owners Insurance, Stephen Spinner worked as a Detective Trooper for the Michigan State Police from 1998 to 2009. During his 11 years in this role, he gained extensive experience in law enforcement and investigative techniques. His background in policing has informed his current work in fraud detection and analytics, providing him with a solid foundation in criminal investigation practices.
Career Background and NSA Experience
Prior to his tenure at Auto-Owners Insurance, Stephen Spinner worked with the National Security Agency (NSA), where he gained experience in operational SIGINT. This role provided him with skills in signals intelligence that he now applies to his work in fraud analytics. Additionally, he served as an Instructor at Analyst Warehouse LLC from 2010 to 2014, where he shared his expertise in analysis and investigative techniques.
Education and Academic Achievements
Stephen Spinner holds a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Law Enforcement Leadership from American Military University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He studied there from 2014 to 2018. Prior to this, he earned an Associate's degree in Military Technologies and Applied Sciences from the Community College of the Air Force, completing his studies from 1988 to 1992. His educational background supports his professional roles in law enforcement and analytics.
Military Service and Early Career
Stephen Spinner has a notable military background, having served in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic from 1988 to 1996. He continued his military service with the Michigan Air National Guard from 1997 to 2000. His early career also included a position as a Rental Representative at Enterprise Rent-A-Car from 1996 to 1997. This diverse experience has contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of operational processes.