TASC in Person
Stefka Asenova is a founder of TASC and an independent contractor.
Stefka holds a PhD in Statistics from UCLouvain, Belgium, with a focus on Extreme Value Theory and its application to multivariate models with interdependent variables. She also earned an MSc in Actuarial Sciences and Quantitative Finance and a BSc in Economics and Econometrics, both from Tilburg University, The Netherlands.
In 2016, Stefka was awarded the prestigious Johan de Witt Prize by the Royal Dutch Actuarial Society for her Master’s thesis, which applied univariate Extreme Value Theory to Value-at-Risk (VaR) estimations.
Stefka has experience in advisory roles within actuarial consulting and gained research and teaching experience during her PhD tenure at UCLouvain.
She is fluent in English and French and possesses an intermediate proficiency in Dutch.
In her work, Stefka aligns with the core principles of TASC:
Rigour: Employing a meticulous, systematic, and logical approach is crucial. While real data analysis is not an exact science, greater rigour enhances the reliability and optimal use of data.
Creativity and Proactiveness: Data often reveals insights beyond the immediate problem. Exploring broader topics and leveraging state-of-the-art analytical tools enriches the consulting process.
Transparency and Knowledge Transferability: Effective research delivers a clear, trustworthy message. This is achieved by concisely and fairly presenting the research process, methods, and conclusions, ensuring insights are accessible and actionable.
Stefka’s expertise and values reflect her commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful solutions in her consulting.