Kettle appoints Jeff Chen as chief risk officer

Kettle , an insurance and reinsurance provider specializing in commercial property coverage for wildfire-prone areas, has appointed Jeff Chen as Chief Risk Officer. Jeff brings nearly 20 years of experience in insurance, reinsurance, and risk analytics, with leadership roles at Root Insurance and AIG. He is an Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) and a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA).

“Wildfire insurance is one of the most pressing challenges facing the insurance industry today, and Kettle’s use of artificial intelligence to address these challenges is reshaping an industry where traditional approaches simply aren’t enough. I am thrilled to join this innovative team and leverage my experience to enhance Kettle’s risk management and underwriting strategies.” – Jeff Chen.

“Jeff is a proven leader in actuarial science and risk management, with deep expertise in leveraging data to drive smarter decisions. His insights will be invaluable as we scale our operations and refine our approach to insuring wildfire-prone areas.” – CEO Isaac Espinoza.