Holger Michaelsen
About Holger Michaelsen
Holger Michaelsen serves as the Leiter Reserving und Rückversicherung at HDI Versicherung AG, where he has worked since 2018. With over ten years of experience in the German insurance industry, he specializes in determining IFRS and Solvency reserves and employs Agile methods in his work.
Work at HDI Versicherung
Holger Michaelsen has been serving as Leiter Reserving und Rückversicherung at HDI Versicherung AG since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for determining IFRS and Solvency reserves for all non-life insurance lines. He coordinates reinsurance activities and collaborates with various departments, including Controlling, Claims Management, Risk Management, and Group Reinsurance. His leadership in this position highlights his extensive experience in the insurance sector.
Previous Experience at Talanx Deutschland AG
Before joining HDI Versicherung AG, Holger Michaelsen worked at Talanx Deutschland AG in multiple roles. He served as Mitarbeiter Unternehmensentwicklung for one year from 2010 to 2011. He then took on the position of Leiter Betriebswirtschaftliche Steuerung from 2011 to 2015, where he worked for four years. Following this, he was Leiter Controlling Sachversicherung und Betriebswirtschaftliche Steuerung from 2016 to 2018, contributing to the company's strategic and operational management.
Background in Six Sigma Methodologies
Holger Michaelsen has a background in Six Sigma methodologies, having worked as a Six Sigma Black Belt at HDI-Gerling Lebensversicherung AG from 2008 to 2010. He is also a certified trainer and coach for Six Sigma, indicating his expertise in process improvement and quality management. This experience complements his project management skills and leadership roles in the insurance industry.
Education and Expertise
Holger Michaelsen studied at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, where he earned a Diplom in Mathematik und Computerwissenschaft from 1998 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in the insurance sector, particularly in areas requiring analytical and quantitative skills. He specializes in Agile methods outside of IT contexts, further enhancing his expertise in project management and team leadership.
Experience in the German Insurance Industry
With over ten years of experience in the German insurance industry, Holger Michaelsen has developed a comprehensive understanding of the sector. His roles have included significant leadership responsibilities and project management, allowing him to contribute effectively to various organizations. His extensive experience positions him as a knowledgeable professional in insurance reserving and reinsurance activities.