Dave Hamilton
About Dave Hamilton
Dave Hamilton is the Homeowners Actuarial Manager at State Auto Insurance, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in actuarial roles across various companies, with a focus on catastrophe modeling and claims mitigation analysis.
Current Role as Homeowners Actuarial Manager
Dave Hamilton currently serves as the Homeowners Actuarial Manager at State Auto Insurance, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing actuarial functions related to homeowners insurance. His work involves analyzing data to inform pricing strategies and risk assessments, contributing to the company's overall financial health. Hamilton's expertise in economic catastrophe modeling enhances his ability to evaluate the financial impacts of catastrophic events on insurance portfolios.
Previous Experience at State Auto Insurance
Prior to his current role, Dave Hamilton worked as a Senior Data Scientist at State Auto Insurance for a period of five months in 2018. During this time, he focused on data analysis and modeling to support decision-making processes within the organization. His experience in this position laid the groundwork for his subsequent advancement to the Homeowners Actuarial Manager role.
Professional Background in Actuarial Science
Dave Hamilton has a substantial background in actuarial science, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked at AIG United Guaranty Corporation as Vice President of Specialty Pricing for six months in 2015 and served as an Assistant Vice President and Actuary at United Guaranty Corporation from 2010 to 2012. His roles have included responsibilities in pricing, risk assessment, and claims mitigation, showcasing his comprehensive skill set in the field.
Education and Expertise
Dave Hamilton earned his MBA from Elon University - Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. He also holds a B.S. and B.A. in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Greek/Latin from the University of Maryland, where he studied from 1994 to 1999. His academic background supports his expertise in economic catastrophe modeling and property and casualty (P&C) and life claims mitigation analysis.
Global Experience and Specialization
Hamilton possesses significant experience in the APAC regions, which has contributed to his global perspective in actuarial practices. His specialization includes P&C and life claims mitigation analysis, where he focuses on strategies to reduce claim costs and enhance insurance profitability. This expertise is critical in navigating the complexities of international insurance markets.