Mark Woods
About Mark Woods
Mark Woods serves as a Director at Transamerica, where he has worked since 2022, focusing on treaty and amendment drafting. He has extensive experience in actuarial roles within the organization, having held positions from Actuarial Analyst to Senior Actuary over a span of 15 years.
Work at Transamerica
Mark Woods has been serving as a Director at Transamerica since 2022. In this role, he leads the drafting of treaties and amendments within the organization. He acts as the primary liaison between Transamerica and traditional life reinsurance partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Woods is also involved in captive reporting and management as part of the Capital Strategy team. His work requires close collaboration with various internal teams, including pricing, valuation, financial reporting, underwriting, operations, and legal teams that are affected by reinsurance.
Previous Positions at Transamerica
Prior to his current role, Mark Woods held several positions at Transamerica. He worked as a Senior Actuary from 2015 to 2022, where he contributed to various actuarial functions. Before that, he served as an Assistant Actuary from 2011 to 2015, and as an Actuarial Analyst from 2007 to 2011. His career at Transamerica spans over 15 years, all of which were spent in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area.
Internship Experience at AEGON
Mark Woods began his actuarial career as an Actuarial Intern at AEGON from 2006 to 2007. This internship provided him with foundational experience in the actuarial field, contributing to his subsequent roles at Transamerica.
Education and Expertise
Mark Woods earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Iowa, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various actuarial roles throughout his career.