Michael A. Pedraja serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Employers Holdings, Inc., a specialty insurance holding company focused on workers' compensation. In this capacity, he oversees all aspects of the company's financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, tax, investor relations, and corporate development. Pedraja's leadership ensures the company's financial stability, compliance with regulatory requirements, and execution of strategic initiatives that drive long-term shareholder value. Pedraja joined Employers in 2012 as Vice President of Finance, rapidly advancing to Senior Vice President and CFO in 2015, and to his current EVP role in 2020. Prior to Employers, he held progressive finance leadership positions at Marsh & McLennan Companies, Aon Corporation, and Willis Towers Watson, accumulating over 25 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industries. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and graduate of New York University Stern School of Business with an MBA in Finance, Pedraja has a proven track record in mergers and acquisitions, capital management, and operational efficiencies. Under Pedraja's guidance, Employers has delivered consistent profitability, navigated economic volatility, and executed key growth strategies, including technology investments and premium growth initiatives. His expertise has been recognized through strong financial performance metrics, such as improved combined ratios and return on equity, solidifying Employers' position as a leader in the workers' compensation market.