Karthik Kesavan
About Karthik Kesavan
Karthik Kesavan is the Head of Strategy at SiriusPoint, with a background in strategic execution and operations transformation in the insurance sector. He has held various roles at notable companies including McKinsey & Company, Zurich North America, and Infosys Technologies, and holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.
Current Role at SiriusPoint
Karthik Kesavan serves as the Head of Strategy at SiriusPoint, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for shaping the strategic direction of the company, leveraging his extensive experience in the insurance sector. He operates from the Greater Chicago Area, focusing on initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and drive growth.
Previous Experience at Zurich North America
Karthik Kesavan has held multiple roles at Zurich North America. He served as Vice President and Head of Strategic Execution from 2018 to 2021, where he led strategic initiatives. Prior to that, he worked as AVP Commercial Markets from 2013 to 2015 and as Manager of Internal Consulting Americas from 2011 to 2013. His tenure at Zurich North America spanned nearly a decade and included significant contributions to strategic execution and market operations.
Career Background at McKinsey & Company
Before joining Zurich North America, Karthik Kesavan worked at McKinsey & Company as an Engagement Manager from 2006 to 2011. During his five years at McKinsey, he provided strategic consulting services, advising clients on various operational and business challenges. His experience at McKinsey laid a strong foundation for his future roles in strategy and operations.
Education and Qualifications
Karthik Kesavan holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering from Mumbai University. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta. His academic background equips him with a solid understanding of both technical and managerial aspects of business, particularly in the insurance industry.
Expertise in Insurance and Financial Services
Karthik Kesavan possesses extensive expertise in the insurance sector, particularly in risk engineering and back-office operations. He has worked with large global property and casualty insurers as well as national and regional health insurers. His skills include distribution through broker channels and underwriting, along with a focus on operations transformation and IT-enabled operations.