Verisk Announces New Leadership for Claims Solutions Division
Verisk, a prominent strategic data analytics and technology partner serving the global insurance industry, has made a significant leadership appointment. The company announced that Steven Kauderer has been named president of its Claims Solutions business, effective immediately.
Extensive Insurance Industry Background
Kauderer brings more than three decades of experience in the insurance sector to his new role at Verisk. Most recently, he served as a senior partner at EY-Parthenon, where he established and led the firm's transformation practice called Enterprise Reimagined. This practice specialized in helping financial services organizations, including insurance companies, enhance their value and drive profitable growth.
Prior to his tenure at EY-Parthenon, Kauderer held a senior partner position at McKinsey and Company, where he served as a leader in the global insurance practice with particular emphasis on property and casualty insurance as well as life insurance. His extensive insurance industry experience also includes leadership roles at Bain & Company and Oliver Wyman.
Educational Credentials and Professional Reporting
Kauderer holds a bachelor's degree in American Studies from Vassar College and earned his MBA from Yale University. In his new position at Verisk, he will report directly to Lee Shavel, the company's president and chief executive officer.
"We're excited to welcome Steve to Verisk," Shavel commented. "Our clients and colleagues will immediately benefit from his more than three decades of experience advising leading global insurance carriers and brokers and partnering with executive teams to improve claims, underwriting, distribution, AI and digital enablement."
Claims Solutions Leadership Transition
Verisk's Chief Financial Officer Elizabeth Mann had been serving dual roles as interim president of Claims Solutions and CFO since July 2025. With Kauderer's appointment, Mann will continue in her role as CFO while focusing exclusively on financial leadership responsibilities.
"Elizabeth brings a deep understanding of investor priorities and expectations, and as an interim president, she strengthened our strategic dialogue with clients," Shavel noted. "We are incredibly thankful for Elizabeth's leadership over the past several months and for helping the Claims division deliver on their business priorities."
Kauderer's Vision for Claims Solutions
In his new role, Kauderer will lead Verisk's Claims Solutions team in delivering insights and innovative solutions designed to help insurers and claims ecosystem participants streamline the claims process for policyholders with greater accuracy, efficiency and speed.
"I'm thrilled to join Verisk and the Claims Solutions team," Kauderer stated. "The opportunity to work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about making a difference for our clients and supporting how they show up for their customers when catastrophe strikes is energizing and inspiring. I look forward to building on Verisk's legacy of innovation—harnessing data, technology and the collective expertise of our global team—to help our clients deliver superior claims experiences and performance."
About Verisk's Global Operations
Verisk operates as a leading strategic data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry. The company empowers clients to strengthen operating efficiency, improve underwriting and claims outcomes, combat fraud and make informed decisions about global risks, including climate change, catastrophic events, sustainability and political issues.
Through advanced data analytics, software, scientific research and deep industry knowledge, Verisk helps build global resilience for individuals, communities and businesses. With teams across more than 20 countries, the company consistently earns certification by Great Place to Work and fosters an inclusive culture where all team members feel they belong.
