Stephen Bennett

Head Of Climate And Catastrophe Science at Mercury Insurance

Stephen Bennett serves as the Head of Climate and Catastrophe Science at Mercury Insurance, where an innovative approach prioritizes resilience in the face of extreme weather. Concurrently, Stephen holds the position of Adjunct Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, focusing on risk management education and student mentorship. With extensive experience at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Stephen leads workshops and advises on research commercialization, while also driving initiatives that bridge academic and industry collaborations. Previous roles include Chief Scientist at The Demex Group and founder of Riskpulse, with a strong foundation in meteorology from the University of South Alabama and a law degree from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. Stephen’s career is characterized by a commitment to advancing natural hazard science and applying it to real-world challenges, making significant contributions to the fields of insurance and risk management.

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Mercury Insurance

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When it comes to choosing an insurance company, we know consumers want the lowest price possible. But they also want the appropriate amount of coverage to keep their family safe. Why should they have to sacrifice one over the other? With Mercury, we believe in having the best of both worlds. Low rates, excellent coverage and a local agent who’s there every step of the way. That’s what sets Mercury apart from our competitors. And that’s what makes us the obvious choice when it comes to insurance.


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