Kalpana Thakur, Cpcu
About Kalpana Thakur, Cpcu
Kalpana Thakur is an Associate Director of Business Intelligence & Reporting at Xceedance, with over 13 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance sectors, particularly in catastrophe risk modeling and underwriting. She has held various positions in notable companies and holds a CPCU designation, reflecting her expertise in the industry.
Current Role at Xceedance
Kalpana Thakur serves as the Associate Director of Business Intelligence & Reporting at Xceedance. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's focus on data-driven decision-making and strategic insights in the insurance sector. Her role involves overseeing reporting processes and leveraging business intelligence to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Kalpana Thakur has over 13 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry. She worked at Torus Insurance (UK) Ltd as an Underwriting Assistant for one year, where she gained insights into global property underwriting. She also served as a Senior Risk Analyst at AIR Worldwide, focusing on catastrophe risk modeling, and held the position of Assistant Manager at RMS.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Kalpana Thakur holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM) with a specialization in Finance from IMT Ghaziabad, completed between 2008 and 2010. She also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) with Honors from Delhi University from 2003 to 2006. Additionally, she is a Certified Catastrophe Modeler by AIR Worldwide and holds the CPCU designation from The Institutes.
Career Progression
Kalpana Thakur's career began at GENPACT as a Senior Process Associate, where she worked for three years. She then transitioned to Sutherland Global Services as a Senior Associate Manager for two years. Her experience spans various roles and responsibilities, allowing her to develop expertise in catastrophe risk modeling and underwriting across multiple markets, including North America and Lloyd’s.
Expertise in Catastrophe Risk Modeling
Kalpana Thakur is recognized for her expertise in catastrophe risk modeling, a critical area in the insurance industry. Her certification as a Catastrophe Modeler by AIR Worldwide underscores her proficiency in assessing and managing risks associated with natural disasters. This specialization enhances her contributions to business intelligence and reporting within her current role.