Shawna Ackerman

Shawna Ackerman has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of actuarial science. Shawna began their career in 1989 as a Senior Casualty Actuary at the California Department of Insurance, where they worked until 1998. Shawna then transitioned to a role as a Consulting Actuary at Miller Herbers Lehmann from 1998 to 2002. In 2003, they joined Pinnacle Actuarial Resources, Inc. as a Principal & Consulting Actuary, where they stayed until 2010. In 2010, they became the Chief Actuary at the California Earthquake Authority, and later assumed the position of Chief Risk and Actuarial Officer in 2020. Throughout their career, Shawna has demonstrated expertise and leadership in the actuarial field.

Shawna Ackerman pursued their Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics from Oregon State University, where they studied from 1981 to 1985.