Crescenzo Petrone
About Crescenzo Petrone
Crescenzo Petrone is a Divisional Director and Head of Model Research and Evaluation at Gallagher Re and Willis Towers Watson, specializing in catastrophe analytics in London, England.
Current Roles at Gallagher Re and Willis Towers Watson
Crescenzo Petrone is currently working as the Divisional Director, Head of Model Research and Evaluation, and Catastrophe Analytics Lead for Italy at both Gallagher Re and Willis Towers Watson. These roles are based in London, England, United Kingdom. His work involves leading model research and evaluation efforts and providing expertise in catastrophe analytics, particularly for the Italian market.
Past Positions at Willis Towers Watson
Crescenzo Petrone has held several positions at Willis Towers Watson over the years. From 2020 to 2021, he served as the Divisional Director, Earthquake Specialist, and Catastrophe Analytics Lead for Southern Europe. Prior to that, he was a Senior Earthquake Specialist from 2019 to 2020 and an Earthquake Research Analyst from 2017 to 2019. His initial role at the company was as a Visiting Earthquake Research Analyst from 2016 to 2017.
Academic Background and Research Experience
Crescenzo Petrone completed his PhD in Seismic Risk at Università degli Studi di Napoli 'Federico II' between 2011 and 2014. He holds a Master's degree in Structural Engineering (2008-2010) and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (2005-2008) from the same institution. He also conducted research on the dynamic behavior of mooring cables in floating offshore wind turbines and received a scholarship for a 6-month research period at the University at Buffalo.
Research Roles and Contributions
Crescenzo Petrone has made significant contributions to research in structural and earthquake engineering. At University College London, he worked as a Research Associate from 2015 to 2017 and currently holds a position in tsunami structural engineering. His research focuses on the performance of nonstructural components and reinforced concrete structures. At the University at Buffalo, he served as a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Department of Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering in 2014. Additionally, he held a postdoctoral researcher role at the University of Naples Federico II from 2014 to 2015.