Melanie Watkins
About Melanie Watkins
Melanie Watkins serves as the Vice President of Product Management at State Auto Insurance, where she has worked since 2018. She has over a decade of experience in the actuarial field, having held various roles at State Auto Insurance since 2011 and previously at Markel Corporation from 2005 to 2011.
Work at State Auto Insurance
Melanie Watkins has held multiple roles at State Auto Insurance since joining the company in 2011. She currently serves as the Vice President of Product Management, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees product strategy and development. Prior to this, she worked as the Commercial Lines - Actuarial Director for eight years, starting in 2016. Throughout her tenure at State Auto Insurance, she has contributed to various actuarial functions and product management initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Melanie Watkins earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Economics from the University of Richmond, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and economic principles, which are essential in her actuarial and product management roles. This expertise supports her work in developing and managing insurance products effectively.
Background
Before joining State Auto Insurance, Melanie Watkins worked at Markel Corporation as an Actuary from 2005 to 2011. During her six years at Markel, she gained valuable experience in actuarial practices and insurance product development. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on actuarial science and product management within the insurance industry.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Melanie Watkins has accumulated over a decade of experience in the insurance sector, with a significant portion of her career dedicated to actuarial roles. Her leadership in product management at State Auto Insurance demonstrates her capability in guiding product strategy and enhancing the company's offerings in commercial lines.