William Grzesiak, Fsa, Cfa, Maaa
About William Grzesiak, Fsa, Cfa, Maaa
William Grzesiak is the Director of Equity Life Product Valuation at Transamerica, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in actuarial roles across various companies and a strong focus on process improvement and team development.
Work at Transamerica
William Grzesiak serves as the Director of Equity Life Product Valuation at Transamerica, a role he has held since 2017. Based in St. Petersburg, FL, he focuses on the valuation of equity life products. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with actuarial standards and enhancing the accuracy of financial reporting. Grzesiak actively seeks to improve departmental processes and efficiency, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement within the organization.
Previous Experience in Actuarial Roles
Before joining Transamerica, William Grzesiak held several significant positions in the actuarial field. He worked at Munich American Reassurance Company as the 2nd Vice President and Actuary in Corporate Actuarial for eight months in 2016. Prior to that, he spent 12 years at The Hartford as Director and Actuary in Corporate Finance and Enterprise Risk Management. His career also includes roles at Lincoln Financial Group and SS&C Technologies, where he contributed to valuation, financial reporting, and actuarial software consulting.
Education and Expertise
William Grzesiak earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Arizona State University, where he studied from 1981 to 1985. His educational background supports his expertise in asset and liability management (ALM) modeling and analysis. Grzesiak is recognized for his knowledge in actuarial and accounting standards, which he actively updates to remain current in the field.
Focus on Process Improvement and Team Development
In his professional practice, William Grzesiak emphasizes the importance of process reengineering to enhance accuracy and efficiency in report generation. He is dedicated to filling personal and departmental knowledge gaps, ensuring that his team remains informed about new developments in actuarial standards. Grzesiak also prioritizes employee and team development, sharing his expertise to train and motivate staff within his department.