Mikayla Daniels
About Mikayla Daniels
Mikayla Daniels is an Actuarial Analyst at Intact in Toronto, Ontario, with three years of experience in the field. She has a strong background in actuarial science, programming, and community involvement, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Mikayla Daniels has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation as an Actuarial Analyst since 2021. In this role, she utilizes her actuarial skills to analyze data and support pricing strategies. Prior to her current position, she served as an Actuarial Intern in Commercial Lines for three months in 2020 and worked as an Intact Campus Influencer for eight months from 2020 to 2021. Her experience at Intact has contributed to her professional development in the actuarial field.
Education and Expertise
Mikayla Daniels earned a Bachelor of Mathematics in Actuarial Science and Statistics from the University of Waterloo, completing her studies from 2016 to 2021. During her academic career, she passed several actuarial exams, including P, FM, IFM, Exam 5, and MAS-I, and is currently preparing for MAS-II. She has also completed VEE requirements in Accounting & Finance and Economics. Her education has equipped her with a strong foundation in actuarial principles and practices.
Background and Early Career
Mikayla Daniels was born and raised in rural Nova Scotia. She began her career in the actuarial field with various internships, including a position as an Actuarial Intern Pricing Governance at Munich American Reassurance Company in New York in 2019. She also worked at London Life as a Corporate Actuarial Student and held a co-op position at RSA as an Atlantic Personal Lines Pricing Actuarial Co-op. These early experiences provided her with valuable insights into the actuarial industry.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Mikayla Daniels possesses strong programming skills in languages and tools such as VBA, SAS, R, Python, and Microsoft Excel. She has experience with actuarial software including GGY Axis, Dynamics, and Radar. Her technical expertise enhances her ability to perform complex analyses and contribute effectively to actuarial projects.
Community Involvement and Leadership Roles
Mikayla Daniels has demonstrated leadership during her time at the University of Waterloo, where she held executive roles in the UW Actsci Club and participated in the UW Quantify Risk & Insurance Case Competition. Post-graduation, she actively pursues mentorship opportunities and engages in community involvement, reflecting her commitment to professional development and giving back to the community.