New York Life Appoints Don Vu as Chief Data and Analytics Officer

New York Life, one of the largest mutual life insurance companies in the United States and a global leader in the industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Don Vu as Senior Vice President and Chief Data and Analytics Officer. Don Vu, an industry veteran with a wealth of experience in data and artificial intelligence (AI) leadership, will head a newly formed AI and data team.

An Accomplished Career in Data and AI

Don Vu joins New York Life from Northwestern Mutual, where he served as Chief Data Officer since early 2020, overseeing data and AI strategy across the company's insurance, wealth management, field distribution, and managed investments businesses. During his tenure at Northwestern Mutual, Vu played a pivotal role in the digital transformation of the company's underwriting business, incorporating AI and automation.

Prior to his role at Northwestern Mutual, Don served as Vice President of Data and Analytics at WeWork, where he led the central data and analytics organization. His work extended to Major League Baseball (MLB), where he held several leadership positions, ultimately leading MLB's consolidated analytics organization.

A Track Record of Success

At MLB, Don Vu was the driving force behind leveraging quantitative data, qualitative research, analytics platforms, and deep analysis to help steer the league's multi-billion-dollar business. During his tenure, he also spearheaded Data Analytics for MLB Advanced Media and BAMTech, which was later acquired by Disney.