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Marlyss's work combines: Business, Science, and Problem Solving

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Day In The Life

Executive V.P./Chief Underwriting Officer

We evaluate risk/reward.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Insurance

    University of Connecticut

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Insurance Underwriters:

High School

Bachelor's Degree: Insurance

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Life & Career Milestones

My path in life has been direct

  • 1.

    Studied insurance with academic and business leaders at the University of Connecticut.

  • 2.

    I put my head down, worked really hard for ten years and learned the business.

  • 3.

    I was mentored by seasoned executives who taught me to operate effectively in a large, organization.

  • 4.

    Was given the opportunity to lead the underwriting function for Travelers.

Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Society in general:

    I was blessed to never have this.

  • How I responded:

    Stay focused, stay organized, do the best you can at your current task.