Shan(shannon) Zhou
About Shan(shannon) Zhou
Shan Zhou is an Actuarial Analyst at Transamerica Life Insurance Company, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Master's degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Iowa and has extensive experience in performing experience studies and system validations.
Work at Transamerica
Shan Zhou has been employed at Transamerica Life Insurance Company since 2015, serving as an Actuarial Analyst. In this role, Zhou is responsible for assisting with the maintenance and enhancement of the LENS system, which is integral to the company's actuarial processes. Prior to this position, Zhou held the role of Actuarial Tech I from 2014 to 2015 and worked as an Actuarial Clerk from 2013 to 2014. This progression reflects a consistent career path within the organization, contributing to various actuarial functions.
Education and Expertise
Shan Zhou earned a Master's degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Iowa, completing the program from 2012 to 2014. This educational background has equipped Zhou with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the actuarial field. The focus on Actuarial Science provides a strong foundation for understanding complex insurance products and regulatory requirements.
Background
Shan Zhou has a career that spans over a decade in the actuarial field, primarily at Transamerica Life Insurance Company in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area. Zhou's experience includes roles that progressively increased in responsibility, starting as an Actuarial Clerk and advancing to the current position of Actuarial Analyst. This background demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and expertise in actuarial practices.
Achievements
In the role of Actuarial Analyst, Shan Zhou has gained extensive experience in performing experience studies, which include assumption updates and compliance with regulatory requirements for various insurance products. Zhou also conducts monthly validations on the LENS system and quarterly Financial Questionnaires, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of actuarial data. Additionally, Zhou performs calculation checks and analyses on study results, contributing to the integrity of the actuarial processes.