Xavier Calais

Xavier Calais is an experienced professional in data product management and business insights, currently serving as Head of Data Product and Business Insights at Zurich Insurance since September 2014. In this role, Xavier oversees the ideation, design, and build of data products, program management for major initiatives like Life Experience insights, and strategy for group functions. Prior positions at Zurich include Head of Data Visualization and Innovation and Lead Portfolio Manager for Enterprise Data Analytics and Architecture. Prior to joining Zurich, Xavier held various roles at Alstom Power, including Head of Management Reporting and SAP Program Manager, as well as experience at Delphi and Bureau van Dijk, where key responsibilities involved financial services leadership and SAP deployment. Xavier holds a Master’s degree in Management, Finance, and Controlling from ESC Troyes and is currently pursuing a degree in Digital Transformation from IMD.