Wilson Leung
About Wilson Leung
Wilson Leung serves as the Assistant Vice President of Catastrophe Modeling at QBE Insurance, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in catastrophe modeling, having worked in various roles within the field for over a decade.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Wilson Leung serves as the Assistant Vice President of Catastrophe Modeling at QBE Insurance. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's efforts in risk assessment and management related to catastrophic events. His role involves utilizing advanced statistical methods to analyze potential risks and develop models that assist in decision-making processes.
Previous Experience in Catastrophe Modeling
Prior to his current role, Wilson Leung worked at QBE Insurance for eight years as a Catastrophe Modeler from 2013 to 2021. He also gained experience at QBE North America as a Catastrophe Modeling Analyst from 2010 to 2012. His career in catastrophe modeling began at Transatlantic Reinsurance, where he served as a Senior Catastrophe Modeler for one year in 2012-2013.
Educational Background in Statistics and Actuarial Science
Wilson Leung earned a Master’s degree in Statistics from Columbia University in the City of New York, completing his studies from 2009 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Actuarial Science from Temple University, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in catastrophe modeling.
Early Career and Internships
Wilson Leung began his professional career as an Actuarial Intern at ING in 2008, where he worked for 11 months. This early experience contributed to his understanding of actuarial principles and practices, which he later applied in his roles focused on catastrophe modeling.