Alexander Mc Ginley
About Alexander Mc Ginley
Alexander McGinley serves as the Head of Underwriting Operations, Product and Strategy at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2011. With extensive experience in underwriting across various sectors, he specializes in enhancing efficiency through predictive analytics and has a strong background in catastrophe management policy.
Work at AXA XL
Alexander Mc Ginley has served as the Head of Underwriting Operations, Product and Strategy at AXA XL since 2011. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing underwriting practices and strategies within the organization. His tenure at AXA XL has spanned 13 years, during which he has contributed to the development and implementation of various underwriting initiatives. The position is based in Hartford, CT, where he leads efforts to enhance operational efficiency and optimize product offerings.
Previous Experience at Hartford Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Alexander Mc Ginley held several positions at Hartford Financial Services. He served as the Chief Underwriting Officer for Inland and Ocean Marine from 2009 to 2011. Before that, he worked as the Underwriting Director and Assistant Director in the same sector from 2006 to 2009. His career at Hartford Financial Services began as an Underwriting Trainee in 1996, and he progressed through various managerial roles, including Manager and Assistant Manager in different regions.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Mc Ginley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Central Connecticut State University. His educational background complements his extensive experience in the insurance industry. He specializes in various sectors, including Construction, Transportation, Warehousing and Logistics, Renewable Energy, and Ocean Cargo. His expertise also includes catastrophe management policy, predictive analytics, and drafting coverage forms and endorsements.
Underwriting Operations and Strategy
In his role at AXA XL, Alexander Mc Ginley serves as the business lead for pricing and policy automation tools. He utilizes predictive analytics to enhance underwriting efficiency, ensuring that the organization remains competitive in the market. His experience in creating underwriting manuals, appetite guides, and authority statements supports the development of clear guidelines for underwriting practices and decision-making.
Background in Underwriting
Alexander Mc Ginley's career in underwriting began in 1996 when he worked as an Underwriter in Inland and Ocean Marine. Over the years, he has gained significant experience in various underwriting roles, including managerial positions in different regions. His background includes a strong focus on developing strategies that minimize volatility in underwriting operations, reflecting his commitment to effective risk management.