Wilson Skaff
About Wilson Skaff
Wilson Skaff is a Senior Underwriter specializing in Inland Marine at AXA XL in Charleston, South Carolina, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in risk management and insurance, with previous roles at Northwestern Mutual, The Hartford, Marsh McLennan Agency, and the U.S. House of Representatives.
Work at AXA XL
Wilson Skaff has served as a Senior Underwriter - Inland Marine at AXA XL since 2020. He is based in Charleston, South Carolina, and has accumulated four years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include assessing risks and underwriting policies related to inland marine insurance, contributing to the overall risk management strategies of the organization.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
Prior to his current position, Wilson Skaff worked at The Hartford as an Inland and Ocean Marine Underwriter from 2018 to 2020. He was responsible for evaluating marine insurance risks and developing appropriate coverage solutions. His experience at The Hartford also includes a role as an Underwriter Trainee from 2015 to 2016, where he gained foundational knowledge in underwriting practices.
Education and Expertise
Wilson Skaff earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Risk Management and Insurance from The University of Georgia. He attended the university from 2011 to 2015, where he developed a strong understanding of risk assessment and insurance principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Internship Experience
Wilson Skaff has held various internship positions that contributed to his professional development. He interned at the U.S. House of Representatives in 2013, where he gained insights into governmental operations. Additionally, he worked as a Project Intern at Marsh McLennan Agency in 2015, where he assisted with various projects related to insurance and risk management.
Early Career at Northwestern Mutual
Wilson Skaff began his career as a College Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual in 2014. Although this role lasted only three months, it provided him with initial exposure to financial services and client interactions, laying the groundwork for his future roles in underwriting and risk management.