Alessandro Zanardi
About Alessandro Zanardi
Alessandro Zanardi is a Data Science and Analytics Manager at AXA XL, specializing in risk consulting solutions for mid-size and corporate businesses. He has a strong academic background in Civil and Earthquake Engineering, holding a PhD and multiple degrees from esteemed institutions in Italy.
Work at AXA XL
Alessandro Zanardi serves as the Data Science and Analytics Manager at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2019. He is based in Milan, Italy. In this role, he has developed a risk modelling platform that evaluates various risk domains, including fire and explosion, security, health and safety, cargo, and natural hazards. His work focuses on providing innovative risk consulting solutions tailored for mid-size and corporate businesses.
Education and Expertise
Alessandro Zanardi holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Earthquake Engineering from UME School - IUSS Pavia, where he studied from 2011 to 2014. He also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Earthquake Engineering from ROSE School - IUSS Pavia in 2010-2011. Prior to that, he completed a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Structural Engineering at Università degli Studi di Pavia from 2007 to 2010, and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Civil Engineering from the same university from 2004 to 2007.
Background
Before joining AXA XL, Alessandro Zanardi worked as a Risk Engineer in the R&D department at AXA XL from 2014 to 2019. He has experience as an Earthquake Engineer at EUCENTRE from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, he participated in a PhD exchange program at Tongji University in Shanghai, China, for six months in 2014. His academic journey includes significant research and practical experience in the field of earthquake engineering.
Achievements
Alessandro Zanardi has developed a comprehensive risk modelling platform that assesses multiple risk domains, demonstrating his expertise in risk analysis. He specializes in evaluating third-party risk associated with clients' business activities using publicly available data. His contributions to risk consulting have been instrumental in providing tailored solutions for various businesses.