Stefan Steffen

Stefan Steffen is a seasoned Data Science and Business Strategy leader currently spearheading the Insights team at Telkom. With a professional background in financial services and information technology, Stefan specializes in developing advanced analytics and artificial intelligence solutions for the Telkom group and the market. He leads a team of data managers, data engineers, and data scientists to drive strategic business engagement through analytical insights, focusing on unlocking business value through actionable information.

Stefan holds an Honours degree in Actuarial Science from Stellenbosch University. His career includes key roles such as Lead data scientist at BCX, Group Head of Data and AI at Telkom, Executive: Data Science at Telkom, Head of Customer Retention and Data Management at Old Mutual South Africa, Strategy delivery manager at Old Mutual South Africa, Product Development Actuary at Old Mutual South Africa, Actuary specializing in Retirement Fund Reform at Old Mutual South Africa, Marketing actuary and Account Manager at Gen Re Life UK, Assistant Health Actuary at Munich Re UK Life, and Actuarial Consultant in Healthcare at Old Mutual South Africa.