Robert Dowd
About Robert Dowd
Robert Dowd serves as the Senior Director of Risk Management at Transfix, where he sets contractual risk management standards and oversees compliance review procedures. He has a background in commercial insurance and has held various roles in the industry, including positions at Highway and AIG.
Current Role at Transfix
Robert Dowd serves as the Senior Director of Risk Management at Transfix, a leading digital freight solutions provider in North America. In this role, he is responsible for setting contractual risk management standards and overseeing compliance review procedures. Dowd has been with Transfix since 2020 and has contributed to the development of corporate, modal, and technology platform insurance programs, enhancing the company's risk management framework.
Previous Experience at Highway
Before joining Transfix, Robert Dowd worked as a Strategic Advisor at Highway for 11 months in 2023. In this position, he provided strategic insights and guidance on risk management practices, leveraging his extensive background in the insurance and risk management sectors to support the company's objectives.
Background in Insurance and Risk Management
Robert Dowd has a significant background in insurance and risk management. He worked as a Commercial Insurance Broker at Warwick Resource Group from 2007 to 2015, where he gained valuable experience in managing insurance portfolios. Additionally, he held a marketing position at AIG from 1990 to 1993, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Robert Dowd earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from St. Thomas Aquinas. His educational background, combined with his extensive professional experience, has equipped him with a solid foundation in risk management and insurance practices, enabling him to effectively navigate the complexities of the industry.