Erik Matson

Erik is the co-founder of Transverse and a seasoned insurance executive with a proven track record of building profitable insurance operations in MGA-centric and program-led sectors; as well as significant underwriting intensive operations. He has extensive operating and governance experience for start-up companies over the past 30 years.

Erik has close to 47 years of active playing and coaching experience in the world’s “beautiful game” of soccer and when not with family, friends or colleagues, he can be seen watching a game!

Dave is the co-founder of Transverse and has over 15 years’ experience investing significant capital in to asset classes including the insurance sector. He was a significant minority investor in Bermudian reinsurance vehicles as well as an early sponsor of various ILS and alternative risk strategies in the Lloyd's Market. He has formerly served on the Advisory Boards of Dyal Capital, MC Seamax, Fortress Transportation & Infrastructure, and Atalaya Capital, among others. 

Ethan Allen, FCAS

Ethan is a credentialed actuary and 25-year insurance veteran with experience spanning both Commercial and Personal lines across a wide array of insurance businesses. Immediately prior to joining Transverse, Ethan led AIG’s Programs Division as Division Executive, overseeing a $1.1B multi-line portfolio of US & Canadian Program business.

Ethan has a passion for health and fitness and when not in the office can often be found in the gym working out or in the kitchen whipping up some new creations.

Jamie Coleman, CPCU

Jamie has over 30 years’ experience in the property and casualty insurance industry.  She has wide-ranging regulatory compliance experience including with The Republic Group, a well-known program carrier, and most recently as an integral part of a start-up operation.

Jamie, a native Texan, enjoys sunny days and outdoor activities, traveling with family and friends and cheering for her daughter’s volleyball team.

Donna Scardelletti

Donna has over 25 years of experience and is well versed in all facets of Human Resources across a broad array of businesses from manufacturing to advertising, and most recently, insurance and reinsurance.  Donna has extensive knowledge of employment laws in NJ, PA, CA and TX as well as the United Kingdom.

Once an avid skier, Donna enjoys traveling, gardening, volunteering and spending time with her family.

April Su

April has over 17 years of experience as a finance professional across multiple industries.  Prior to joining Transverse, April led the financial operations for a shared services company to US and offshore companies as the Vice President of Finance.  She has extensive knowledge and experience in financial efficiencies and reporting.

When not at work, April enjoys catching up with friends and family.