International
Insurer & Reinsurer

Michael Nelson

- President of Klapton Management
Michael Nelson

With several decades of experience in the financial services sector, Michael has established himself as a prominent figure in the industry.

He spent ten years as Executive Vice President at Willis Re, where he excelled as a reinsurance broker.

Michael’s impressive career includes founding and managing the U.S. structured finance ratings business at DBRS Morningstar. He also served as a senior director in U.S. structured finance at Fitch Ratings, where he played a pivotal role as Chief Credit Officer of RMBS.

His extensive background encompasses various managerial roles in structured finance and risk management at renowned institutions such as The Money Store, JP Morgan, and Drexel Burnham Lambert.

Michael holds a BS, an MBA, and a PhD, showcasing his dedication to continuous learning and professional growth.