Sarah Manuel, Fcas, Maaa (She/Her)
About Sarah Manuel, Fcas, Maaa (She/Her)
Sarah Manuel is an Actuarial Director with extensive experience in the actuarial field, currently working at Ryan Specialty since 2022. She has held various positions at notable companies including Deloitte, WTW, and State Farm Insurance, and has a strong academic background in Actuarial Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Current Role at Ryan Specialty
Sarah Manuel serves as an Actuarial Director at Ryan Specialty, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she applies her extensive actuarial knowledge and experience to support the company's objectives. Her responsibilities include analyzing data and developing models to inform decision-making processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at WTW
Prior to her current role, Sarah worked at WTW as a Manager from 2018 to 2022 in the Greater St. Louis Area. During her four years at WTW, she managed various actuarial projects, contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency.
Professional Background in Actuarial Science
Sarah Manuel has a robust background in actuarial science, having held multiple internships and positions in the field. She began her career as an Actuarial Intern at State Farm Insurance, where she worked from 2011 to 2012 and again in 2012. She also interned at CNA Insurance in 2012. After her internships, she joined Deloitte as a Consultant from 2014 to 2018, gaining valuable experience before moving to WTW.
Education in Actuarial Science
Sarah studied Actuarial Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 2010 to 2014. During her time at the university, she developed a strong foundation in mathematics and statistics, which are essential for her career in actuarial roles. Additionally, she served as a Math 370Z Teacher at the university from 2013 to 2014, further solidifying her expertise in the subject.
Early Career at Deloitte
Sarah Manuel began her professional journey at Deloitte, where she worked as a Summer Scholar for two months in 2013. This early experience provided her with insights into the consulting environment and laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in the actuarial field.