Description: Dr. Simi George is the Chief Data Scientist and Product Officer at NeuralMetrics, which enables actionable and transparent risk-assessment intelligence for P&C carriers, brokers, and agents. She has more than 20 years of experience in data science, descriptive statistics, and analytics, delivering global impact via cutting-edge products and data-driven management. Previously, she headed the Data Science and Applied AI organization at AXA XL. In today’s episode of the In The Know podcast, Chris Hampshire and Simi sit down for a conversation about how data science is driving decision-making in the insurance industry today.   Key Takeaways Simi knew by age 10 that she wanted to be a scientist but only entered the insurance industry six years ago. The elements of the insurance industry appeal most to Simi. Simi’s message to data scientists who might be considering the insurance industry. Innovations and ideas are driving the industry forward today. A snapshot of data analytics in the current insurance industry. Data analytics needs from various segments within the marketplace. Defining unstructured versus structured data. Simi’s predictions for the next stage of data analytics in the insurance industry. The future of the insurance industry is going to include improved interpersonal interactions. Simi’s experience as a female leader in the industry. What has surprised Simi in the six years she has been involved in the industry?  Simi’s advice to her past self includes earning her CPCU designation.