Tamara Ashjian

Cyber Insurance Leader

Tamara Ashjian is a cyber insurance leader with 20 years’ experience, former VP at Tokio Marine HCC, and expert in cyber and tech claims.

Tamara Ashjian

About Tamara

Tamara Ashjian is an experienced insurance claims leader with nearly 20 years in the industry, specializing in cyber and technology-related risk. She most recently served as Vice President of Cyber & Tech Claims at Tokio Marine HCC, where she led a growing department handling complex cases such as data breaches, cyber extortion, and regulatory liability. Tamara began her cyber insurance career at NAS Insurance Services in 2016 and played a key role in building and scaling the claims function through its acquisition by Tokio Marine HCC. Prior to that, she held leadership roles at Ironshore Insurance and AIG, managing environmental, professional, and casualty claims. She started her career as a litigation attorney and holds a BA from UCLA and a JD from Whittier Law School. Tamara is known for her practical approach, strong leadership, and deep understanding of evolving cyber risks.

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An Interview with Tamara Ashjian: From Law to Cyber Claims Leadership

She began her career as a litigation attorney after earning a BA from UCLA and a Juris Doctor from Whittier Law School. This legal foundation shaped her clear, practical approach to problem-solving.

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Tamara Ashjian Shares 2026 Outlook on Cyber Risk and Readiness

As cyber threats continue to evolve, insurance claims leader Tamara Ashjian is offering a clear, practical outlook on what individuals should expect over the next year—and what they can do now to stay prepared.

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Why Cyber Insurance Claims Fail: Common Gaps in Coverage Interpretation and Policy Design

Over the years working in cyber and technology claims, I have seen how critical moments after a cyber incident often determine whether a claim is successful or becomes a dispute.