Vijay Hongal

I am a highly motivated and result driven disaster modeler with an extensive background in the industry. With over 6 years of experience, I have consistently demonstrated initiative, reliability and strong work ethics. Additionally, I have developed my skills in Python, NumPy, Pandas, Power BI, SQL and Microsoft Excel. In my last profile I was leading a Team of six members, where we specialize in modeling risks worldwide, regardless of the geographic regions and across of multiple line of businesses. Throughout my career I have excelled in Touchstone and RiskLink software and my skills enable me to effectively analyze the data and handle complex exposure accounts independently. 

• I have successfully led and supported a team of six Catastrophe modelers, ensuring their efficient and
effective work performance.
• I have been responsible for producing regular aggregated and catastrophe reports for all regions
underwriting, ensuring comprehensive coverage and accurate analysis.
• I have conducted thorough reviews of all team members' reports before sending them out,
guaranteeing the quality and consistency of the results.
• I played a key role in the automation of processes, resulting in reduced process time and improved
overall efficiency.
• I have conducted regular training sessions, including "Intro to Cat-modeling" and process trainings, for
new joiners, clients, and other interested parties, ensuring their understanding and proficiency in the
field.
• I have trained new joiners to become valuable contributors to the live production team, equipping
them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles.
• I have served as the cat modeling representative for US-based clients, establishing strong relationships
and providing specialized support.
• By implementing sanity checks within the team, I have led the way in achieving greater accuracy and
error-free results.
• Regular analysis of the team's performance has allowed me to provide guidance and support
throughout the entire process, ensuring continuous improvement.
• I have actively groomed team members to become self-independent and thrive as individual
contributors, fostering their professional growth and autonomy.
• Daily team huddles and meetings have been conducted to assign tasks and provide status updates,
fostering effective communication and coordination.
• During periods of high volume, I have provided support to multiple teams, ensuring smooth
operations and timely delivery.
• In addition to my core responsibilities, I have taken on account assignments and mentored fresher's,
providing valuable opportunities to enhance my management and technical skills.
• I actively participate in team huddles and meetings, sharing feedback and insights as necessary to
contribute to the team's success and development.

Masters of Science - Actuarial Science

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering