Stephen Jacobs, Fcas
About Stephen Jacobs, Fcas
Stephen Jacobs, FCAS, is the Vice President at Gallagher Re in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in reinsurance pricing and predictive modeling.
Company
Stephen Jacobs currently holds the position of Vice President at Gallagher Re, located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Gallagher Re is known for its innovative solutions and services in risk management and reinsurance. Stephen Jacobs joined the company in April 2021 and has since been contributing to its growth and success through his specialized expertise in reinsurance pricing and predictive modeling.
Title
Stephen Jacobs serves as Vice President at Gallagher Re. His role involves overseeing and managing various aspects of reinsurance pricing, utilizing his extensive experience in the field. As Vice President, he plays a key role in strategic decision-making and implementation of advanced pricing techniques.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Jacobs studied at Troy University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics between 2010 and 2014. His educational background, combined with his practical experience, has equipped him with a deep understanding of predictive modeling and reinsurance pricing. He specializes in using experience and exposure rating methodologies, along with stochastic simulation models. Additionally, he is proficient in tools like Emblem, Python, and Databricks, which he uses to develop custom predictive models for various perils, including hail, severe convective storms (SCS), winter storms, and non-catastrophic events.
Professional Background
Before his current role at Gallagher Re, Stephen Jacobs worked at Willis Re as Assistant Vice President from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, he gained substantial experience at Safepoint Insurance Company in various roles, including Senior Actuarial Analyst from 2016 to 2018, Actuarial Analyst from 2014 to 2016, and Actuarial Intern in 2014. He also has experience as a Tutor at Troy University, where he worked for nine months from 2012 to 2013.