Benjamin Smith
About Benjamin Smith
Benjamin Smith is a Senior Actuarial Analyst at Highmark Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He holds a B.S. in Actuarial Science and a B.A. in Music from Lebanon Valley College, with a concentration in Saxophone Pedagogy.
Work at Highmark
Benjamin Smith has been employed at Highmark Inc. as a Senior Actuarial Analyst since 2019. He is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is a member of the Commercial Strategy and Policy team. In this role, he contributes to the development and implementation of actuarial strategies that support the company's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from Lebanon Valley College, where he studied from 2015 to 2019. He graduated with a minor in Mathematics. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the same institution, with a concentration in Saxophone Pedagogy. This diverse educational background equips him with a unique skill set applicable to his actuarial work.
Internship Experience
Prior to his current position, Benjamin Smith gained practical experience through internships. He worked as an Actuarial Intern at Chubb for two months in 2017, located in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. He also completed a three-month internship as an Actuarial Intern at Highmark Health in 2018, based in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. These internships provided him with foundational experience in the actuarial field.
Background
Benjamin Smith studied at Lebanon Valley College from 2015 to 2019, where he pursued dual degrees in Actuarial Science and Music. His studies in Actuarial Science prepared him for a career in the insurance and finance sectors, while his music education, particularly in Saxophone Pedagogy, reflects his diverse interests and abilities.