Anton Popov, Asa
About Anton Popov, Asa
Anton Popov is an Associate Actuary at Milliman, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Bachelor of Mathematics in Actuarial Science, Statistics, and Computer Science from the University of Waterloo, and has previous experience in various roles within the finance and technology sectors.
Work at Milliman
Anton Popov has been employed at Milliman since 2018, where he holds the position of Associate Actuary. His role involves applying actuarial principles to analyze data and assess risks, contributing to various projects within the organization. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Actuarial Analyst at Milliman from 2016 to 2018, where he gained experience in actuarial practices and methodologies. Additionally, he completed a three-month internship at Milliman in 2015, further solidifying his foundation in the actuarial field.
Education and Expertise
Anton Popov earned a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2011 to 2016. His academic focus included a major in Actuarial Science with a Finance option and a major in Statistics, complemented by a minor in Computer Science. This educational background equips him with a strong analytical skill set and a comprehensive understanding of financial and statistical principles relevant to actuarial work.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Milliman, Anton Popov gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Developer in Execution Services Technology at Merrill Lynch for three months in 2013. He also served as a Systematic Trading Analyst at CPP Investment Board for three months in 2014. In addition, he held positions as an Agile Engineer at Pivotal Labs and as an Agile Software Developer at Points.com, both for three months in 2013 and 2012, respectively. These roles contributed to his technical and analytical capabilities.
Career Progression
Anton Popov's career began with several short-term roles that provided him with a broad range of skills. His early positions included software development and analysis, which laid the groundwork for his transition into the actuarial field. After his internship at Milliman, he progressed to an Actuarial Analyst role, where he worked for two years before advancing to his current position as Associate Actuary. This progression reflects his commitment to professional growth within the actuarial profession.