Sonja Ochsenkuehn
About Sonja Ochsenkuehn
Sonja Ochsenkuehn is the Head of Global Programs at AXA XL, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in various leadership roles at AIG and extensive experience in the insurance sector, she has a proven track record in driving business growth and operational efficiencies.
Current Role at AXA XL
Sonja Ochsenkuehn serves as the Head of Global Programs at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing global insurance programs and implementing strategies that enhance business growth and operational efficiency. Her leadership focuses on innovative approaches to meet the evolving needs of clients in the insurance sector.
Previous Experience at AIG
Sonja Ochsenkuehn has extensive experience at AIG, where she held several key positions from 2001 to 2017. She began as a Manager in AIG Management Consulting, then advanced to Senior Director of Organizational Restructuring & Special Initiatives. Later, she served as Senior Vice President of AIG Multinational, where she led the Multinational Risk Practice and the Knowledge Strategy & Network Guidance initiatives. Her tenure at AIG spanned over 16 years, during which she contributed to significant business growth.
Career Background
Before her time at AIG, Sonja Ochsenkuehn worked at Engelhard Corporation as an Internal Audit Manager from 1998 to 2000. She also gained experience as a Senior Associate at PwC from 1995 to 1998. These roles provided her with a strong foundation in auditing and consulting, which she later applied in her insurance career.
Educational Background
Sonja Ochsenkuehn holds a Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Universität Karlsruhe (TH), where she studied from 1990 to 1995. Additionally, she earned an MBA from Union College in 1995. She also studied at the Institut national des Sciences appliquées de Lyon for one year, further enhancing her educational credentials.
Expertise in Insurance Operations
Sonja Ochsenkuehn has a proven track record in global insurance operations. Her expertise includes building organizational capabilities, processes, and tools that drive business growth and achieve operational efficiencies. She has been instrumental in implementing innovative strategies within the insurance sector, contributing to her reputation as a leader in the field.