
David M. Seder, J.D., LL.M, MBA, CPCU, ARe, ARM
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About me
Insurance Leader
Education

University of Connecticut School of Law
-Juris DoctorThe UConn School of Law is one of the leading public law schools in the country. Founded in 1921, the Law School is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. It offers a professional education of the highest quality that prepares its graduates for a lifetime of fulfilling service in any career they choose, including the bar, government, business, and education. The school's program emphasizes intellectual discipline and the… Show more The UConn School of Law is one of the leading public law schools in the country. Founded in 1921, the Law School is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. It offers a professional education of the highest quality that prepares its graduates for a lifetime of fulfilling service in any career they choose, including the bar, government, business, and education. The school's program emphasizes intellectual discipline and the development of the professional analytic skills required to respond effectively to the challenge of continuing change in the law and in the society it serves. A Juris Doctor degree from UConn School of Law qualifies graduates for outstanding careers across the broadest spectrum of opportunities in the legal profession. Show less

The University of Connecticut School of Law
-Master of Laws (LL.M.) Insurance LawActivities and Societies: Was awarded the Insurance Law Prize for distinguished scholarship in the field of Insurance Law and dedication to service to the community. The UCONN Law LL.M. in Insurance Law program is the top destination for lawyers and students from the U.S. and around the world who seek serious graduate training in insurance and financial services law. Its students study with the most sophisticated insurance law experts in the country.

Trinity College-Hartford
-Master’s Degree Public PolicyTrinity's Public Policy program aims to develop the skills required to articulate public issues, analyze alternative policies, facilitate the adoption and implementation of specific public choices, and evaluate their effects.In keeping with Trinity College’s traditional emphasis, the program embodies a liberal arts approach to public policy, which stresses the importance of the economic/technical component of making collective choices, and both normative and empirical analysis of policy… Show more Trinity's Public Policy program aims to develop the skills required to articulate public issues, analyze alternative policies, facilitate the adoption and implementation of specific public choices, and evaluate their effects.In keeping with Trinity College’s traditional emphasis, the program embodies a liberal arts approach to public policy, which stresses the importance of the economic/technical component of making collective choices, and both normative and empirical analysis of policy issues. Courses also typically draw from the theory and practice of a cross-section of humanities and social science disciplines. Show less

The University of Connecticut School of Business
-Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) International Business, Management
University of Connecticut
-Certificate School LawCurriculum exploring the following issues:Educational technology (copyright, acceptable use policies, social media, “sexting,” cyberbullying, virtual education).Parent and student rights (search and seizure, student discipline, speech and religion, homeless children).Special education (individual educational plans, free and appropriate public education, least restrictive environment, student discipline).Employment (teacher termination, collective bargaining… Show more Curriculum exploring the following issues:Educational technology (copyright, acceptable use policies, social media, “sexting,” cyberbullying, virtual education).Parent and student rights (search and seizure, student discipline, speech and religion, homeless children).Special education (individual educational plans, free and appropriate public education, least restrictive environment, student discipline).Employment (teacher termination, collective bargaining, discrimination, speech protection, drug testing). Show less

University of Connecticut
-BA Political Science, Sociology
Manchester Community College
-AS Criminal Justice
Experience

Army National Guard
Feb 1995 - Mar 2008Infantry OfficerDirect, train, and lead infantry units in ground combat operations. Duties include directing deployment of infantry weapons, vehicles, and equipment; directing location, construction, and camouflage of infantry positions and equipment; managing field communications operations; coordinating with armor, artillery, and air support units; performing strategic and tactical planning, including battle plan development; and leading reconnaissance operations.

Travelers
Aug 2000 - Aug 2020• Evaluate corporate/business unit reinsurance needs. Strategize with Actuarial, Finance, Legal, Reinsurance Accounting, Reinsurance Claims, and Business Unit leaders to design reinsurance programs and/or capital market solutions that meet corporate risk appetites, security requirements, underwriting needs and capacity for successful placement of reinsurance treaties• Present both innovative ideas and thoughtful analysis to Senior level management to assist them in reinsurance decisions• Prepare reinsurance proposals, draft contract wordings, and negotiate reinsurance treaties• Facilitate proper accounting and timely loss collection• Assist Business Units with automatic facultative and captive agreements• Develop and maintain reinsurance and capital market knowledge • Develop and maintain effective relationships with multiple levels of Senior Leaders of customers, Brokers, and Reinsurers• Consistently maintain strong understanding in market dynamics Show less • Spearheaded consolidation of field office operations and developed/enhanced current protocols• Assumed management of processing unit with direct reports responsible for internal financial reporting and processing functions. Report on same to senior management quarterly.• Make recommendations on where improvements can be made to increase productivity and efficiency in workflow, processes and systems• Responsible for managing, monitoring and coordinating complex environmental reinsurance claims for an entire legacy company• Actively engaged in the resolution/settlement of significant reinsurer disputes and commutations Show less
Director - Reinsurance Placement
Jan 2016 - Aug 2020Director - Reinsurance Operations
Sept 2011 - Jan 2016Senior Account Executive
Aug 2000 - Sept 2011

United States Army
Jan 2006 - May 2007Infantry Officer•Leader for 42 soldiers in a combat environment•Responsible for the security of a 120 personnel joint force team during over 275 combat operations•Mentored provincial government leaders regarding business development in the region
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AXIS (AXIS Capital)
Aug 2020 - Nov 2023Lead - Risk Funding Operations
Nov 2022 - Nov 2023Risk Funding - Ceded
Aug 2020 - Nov 2022

USPTO
Nov 2024 - nowExamining Attorney
Licenses & Certifications

Associate in Fidelity and Surety Bonding (AFSB) - In Progress
The Institutes
Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
The InstitutesAug 2013
Associate in Reinsurance (ARe)
The InstitutesMar 2013
Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter
The InstitutesJan 2017
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to David M. Seder, J.D., LL.M, MBA, CPCU, ARe, ARMInsurance Law Prize University of Connecticut School of Law May 2015 Was awarded the Insurance Law Prize for distinguished scholarship in the field of Insurance Law and dedication to service to the community.
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer
Issued by Connecticut Veterans Legal Center on Aug 2017
Associated with David M. Seder, J.D., LL.M, MBA, CPCU, ARe, ARMChairman
Issued by Capital Community College Foundation and Advisory Board on Oct 2013
Associated with David M. Seder, J.D., LL.M, MBA, CPCU, ARe, ARMBoard Member
Issued by Capital Community College Foundation and Advisory Board on Oct 2011
Associated with David M. Seder, J.D., LL.M, MBA, CPCU, ARe, ARMCo-Chair
Issued by Travelers Military & Veterans Diversity Network on Jan 2013
Associated with David M. Seder, J.D., LL.M, MBA, CPCU, ARe, ARM
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