Lauren Gassaway, Ma
About Lauren Gassaway, Ma
Lauren Gassaway is a Senior Risk Analyst with extensive experience in risk management and analysis. She has worked at Transamerica since 2019 and previously held various roles at Vanguard, where she developed strong skills in counterparty and operational risk analysis.
Work at Transamerica
Lauren Gassaway has been employed at Transamerica as a Senior Risk Analyst since 2019. In this role, she applies her expertise in risk analysis to support the company's objectives. Her responsibilities include assessing various risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them. Gassaway's experience contributes to the overall risk management framework within the organization.
Previous Experience at Vanguard
Prior to her current position, Lauren Gassaway worked at Vanguard for several years in various roles. She served as an Equity Operational Risk Analyst from 2012 to 2013 and as a Risk Analyst-Counterparty from 2014 to 2018. During her time at Vanguard, she spent five years on the trading floor, collaborating with 300 traders, which enhanced her skills in counterparty and operational risk analysis.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Gassaway holds a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and Statistics from Villanova University, which she obtained from 2013 to 2016. She also earned a Certificate of Graduate Study in Applied Statistics during the same period. Additionally, she completed her Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics at the University of Maryland College Park from 2000 to 2007. Gassaway has completed three actuarial exams and is actively pursuing fellowship status in the Society of Actuaries.
Skills in Risk Analysis
Lauren Gassaway possesses strong skills in conducting root cause analysis, particularly in data analysis and manipulation. Her ability to assimilate new product knowledge and technology aids her in effectively shifting priorities within her work. Gassaway is open to relocation and is available for opportunities in the health or property and casualty fields, where she can leverage her expertise in statistics and mathematical formulas.