Russ Haight
About Russ Haight
Russ Haight is an Actuarial Analyst with a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Grinnell College. He has experience in various roles within the actuarial field and has also worked as a tutor and researcher.
Work at Transamerica
Russ Haight has been employed at Transamerica since 2020. He initially joined as an Actuarial Student and transitioned to the role of Actuarial Analyst in 2021. His work is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he applies his analytical skills to support the company's actuarial functions. His experience at Transamerica spans over three years, contributing to various projects and initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Russ Haight earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Grinnell College, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He further enhanced his knowledge by completing the CORe: Credential of Readiness program at HBX | Harvard Business School, focusing on Business Analytics, Economics for Managers, and Financial Accounting. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both quantitative analysis and business principles.
Background
Before joining Transamerica, Russ Haight gained experience in various roles. He worked as an Actuarial Analyst at Global Atlantic Financial Group from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as a Student Researcher and Grader at Grinnell College in 2017. He also worked as an SAT and Subject tutor at Huntington Learning Center for nine months in Fayetteville, New York, from 2018 to 2019.
Professional Experience
Russ Haight's professional experience includes roles that have developed his analytical and teaching skills. At Huntington Learning Center, he tutored students in preparation for the SAT and various subjects. His time as a Student Researcher at Grinnell College involved assisting in academic research, while his role as a Grader involved evaluating student assignments. These positions contributed to his overall expertise in analysis and education.