Leslie Self, Cfa, Fsa
About Leslie Self, Cfa, Fsa
Leslie Self, CFA, FSA, serves as the Vice President of FP&A Data Operations at Protective Life, where he has worked since 2016. With extensive experience in financial modeling and data operations, he has held various roles within the company since 1993, contributing significantly to enterprise modeling functions.
Work at Protective Life
Leslie Self has held various positions at Protective Life since 1998, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to the organization. Currently, Leslie serves as Vice President of FP&A Data Operations, a role held since 2016. Prior to this, Leslie was Second Vice President of Corporate Modeling from 2014 to 2016 and Second Vice President of Business Intelligence from 2008 to 2014. Leslie's earlier roles included Manager of Illustration Systems Development and Senior Systems Analyst in Product Implementation. Leslie's extensive tenure at Protective Life highlights a deep understanding of the company's operations and strategic objectives.
Education and Expertise
Leslie Self earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from Auburn University, completing studies from 1989 to 1992. This educational foundation supports Leslie's expertise in database design, financial modeling, and application development. Leslie has demonstrated proficiency in a variety of technologies, including SQL Server, Azure, AWS, and programming languages such as Python, R, C#, and C++. This combination of education and technical skills enables Leslie to contribute effectively to financial and operational modeling at Protective Life.
Background
Leslie Self's career at Protective Life spans over two decades, beginning in 1998. Leslie's roles have evolved from Assistant Actuary in Product Development to Vice President of FP&A Data Operations. Throughout this time, Leslie has gained experience in various areas, including financial reporting, product implementation, and business intelligence. This diverse background has equipped Leslie with a comprehensive understanding of the insurance and financial services industry, particularly in the context of operational and financial modeling.
Achievements
In the role of Vice President of FP&A Data Operations, Leslie Self plays a critical role in assembling forecasts of financial statements by integrating projections from multiple business segments. Additionally, Leslie provides essential support for enterprise modeling functions such as Embedded Value, ORSA, and Economic Capital. Leslie's contributions to the development of analytical solutions have enhanced the organization's ability to utilize data effectively in decision-making processes.