Benjamin Burch, PhD, is AVP, Data Science & Predictive Analytics for Midwest Employers Casualty, where he leads data science and artificial intelligence initiatives focused on transforming workers compensation data into actionable insights. He partners with claims, underwriting, actuarial, and business leaders to develop predictive models, AI-powered solutions, and advanced analytics programs that support risk identification, claim prioritization, and more informed decision-making.

With a background in mathematics, physics, and machine learning, Ben has spent more than a decade applying advanced analytics to complex workers compensation challenges. His work includes predictive modeling, natural language processing, insight extraction, and responsible AI, helping organizations apply emerging technologies to real-world business problems while improving operational efficiency and claim outcomes.