Berend Coster

Berend Coster is a seasoned professional in mathematical statistics and risk management currently serving as a Model Risk Manager at Knab since June 2023. Prior to this role, Coster taught a Credit Risk course at Boston University and held positions as an Adjunct Professor at Roger Williams University, where classes included Finite Mathematics, College Algebra, and Statistics. Coster co-founded Elpha Technology, developing trading algorithms and data visualizations for energy suppliers, and worked as a Data Scientist at LineVision, optimizing data processes and enhancing model accuracy. Coster's academic foundation includes a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Connecticut, an MS in Mathematical Statistics or Probability from Purdue University, and an MS in Actuarial Science from the University of Groningen, complemented by a BS in Econometrics and Operations Research from the same institution.