Tim Svoboda

CPCU, ARM, ARe, AIAF

Vice President, Captive Consultant

Responsibilities
Tim Svoboda is passionate about data-driven decision-making. As an expert in risk financing strategies, Tim equips clients with the tools they need to evaluate options such as captives, risk retention groups, and commercial market alternatives. As a trusted advisor, Tim guides clients through entire the captive’s life cycle: from feasibility and implementation until dissolution or divestiture. Tim is a member of the Alternative Risk Practice and aids the expansion of Conner Strong & Buckelew’s alternative risk offerings in both the Property & Casualty and Employee Benefits departments.

Background
Prior to joining Conner Strong & Buckelew, Tim was a member of the Risk Finance Practice at Lockton Companies, where he gained valuable experience consulting on efficient program design for complex clients. Throughout this role, Tim developed a strong foundation in quantitative risk analytics and a keen interest in alternatives to traditional methods of purchasing insurance.

Education
University of Kansas – Bachelor of Science in Finance

Professional Designations 
Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)
Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
Associate in Reinsurance (ARe)
Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance (AIAF)