Saravanan (Sarva) Muthukrishnan
About Saravanan (Sarva) Muthukrishnan
Saravanan (Sarva) Muthukrishnan is the Head of Global Claims Data & Analytics at AXA XL, with a strong background in data analytics and leadership across the insurance and financial sectors. He has held various senior roles at notable companies, including Gen Re, Gallagher, and Cognizant, and possesses an MBA in Information Systems and Finance.
Current Role at AXA XL
Saravanan Muthukrishnan serves as the Head of Global Claims Data & Analytics at AXA XL. He has held this position since 2023, working in a hybrid environment. In this role, he focuses on leveraging data analytics to enhance claims processes and improve operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Data and Analytics
Before joining AXA XL, Muthukrishnan held various leadership positions in data and analytics. He worked at Gallagher as Divisional Vice President, Data & Analytics from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, he was a Senior Director at Cotiviti in 2017 and spent three years at Cognizant as Client Partner in the Insurance Practice, focusing on data analytics and underwriting.
Career Background in the Insurance Sector
Muthukrishnan has a robust background in the insurance and reinsurance industries. He served as Vice President and Information Officer at Gen Re for 12 years, from 2005 to 2017. He also held a Senior Manager position at BearingPoint for 11 months in 2005 and worked at Accenture in various roles from 2003 to 2005.
Educational Qualifications
Muthukrishnan holds an MBA in Information Systems and Finance from Wayne State University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Bharathiar University. His educational background supports his expertise in data analytics and project management.
Certifications and Professional Skills
Saravanan Muthukrishnan is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and as a SCRUM Master. His certifications reflect his commitment to effective project management and agile methodologies, which are essential in leading data-driven initiatives in the insurance sector.