Matt Kulangara leads our digital transformation as Chief Information Officer, managing the technology function and reporting directly to President and CEO Vern Steiner. Since joining the Executive Committee in May 2025, Matt has focused on modernizing our technology systems to better serve California's workers and employers.
Matt brings over two decades of pioneering insurance technology leadership across global carriers, mutuals, and brokerages. Cyber Defense Magazine honored him as one of the top global CISOs in 2024—the only recipient in the insurance brokerage space—recognizing his exceptional contributions to cybersecurity leadership and innovation.
As Partner, CIO, and CISO at Woodruff Sawyer, Matt led the firm through its acquisition by Arthur J. Gallagher and launched Connect, a groundbreaking client engagement platform that transformed service delivery and drove significant revenue growth. His strategic vision and execution earned him the rare distinction of Partner.
At Oregon Mutual Insurance, Matt orchestrated a complete technology modernization, dramatically improving their AM Best Innovation Score. He deployed their first digital agent portal and upgraded legacy policy administration systems, establishing new standards for operational excellence.
Matt built his foundation at Chubb (formerly ACE Group), advancing to Vice President and Global Head of Risk Management Systems. He developed critical underwriting and actuarial systems, pioneered catastrophe portfolio optimization tools that delivered millions in annual savings, and led technology integration for multiple acquisitions, including the transformational ACE-Chubb merger.
Matt earned his bachelor's degree in computer science from Rutgers University and master's in information systems management from Harvard University, achieving permanent Dean's List recognition. His CPCU, PMP, and AWS Solutions Architect certifications reflect his commitment to bridging insurance expertise with innovative technology solutions that protect and empower State Fund's stakeholders.