Dave is responsible for leading Securian Financial’s Affinity Solutions U.S. solutions group, which serves the financial institution and association markets. He oversees sales, business development, financial management, strategic planning, marketing, compliance and operations.

Experience

Dave has over 35 years in the insurance industry and began his career at Securian Financial in 1988. He has broad experience in financial management, product development, sales distribution and marketing operations. Dave previously served as vice president and chief actuary of Securian Financial, as president of Canadian Premier Life Insurance Company and Canadian Premier General Insurance Company, and also served as executive vice president at Allied Solutions, a Securian Financial subsidiary, and one of the largest independent distribution organizations serving the financial institution market.

Dave currently serves as executive sponsor for Securian’s Multicultural Network, one of our employee resource groups, that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across the enterprise.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management

Registrations/Licenses

• Fellow, Society of Actuaries (FSA)
• Member, American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA)

Community

Dave currently serves on the Board of Advisors for the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management. He has also served on the board of directors for the American Bankers Insurance Association (ABIA), Credit Industry Marketing Representative Organization (CIMRO), and Catholic Charities Twin Cities.