Priya Cherian Huskins is a recognized expert, frequent speaker and guest lecturer on D&O liability risk and mitigation. In addition to consulting on D&O insurance, Huskins counsels clients on corporate governance matters, including ways to reduce their exposure to shareholder lawsuits and regulatory investigations.
Huskins’ influence and expertise in the industry have earned her several awards and accolades. She has a long list of publications, is a frequent guest speaker, and is the author and editor of the D&O Notebook blog. She has appeared on CNBC and been quoted in publications ranging from the Wall Street Journal to the Financial Times.
Priya serves as Presiding Director on Woodruff Sawyer’s board and as a board member for three public companies. She also serves on the advisory board of the Stanford Rock Center for Corporate Governance. Priya earned her undergraduate degree with high honors from Harvard University. She was awarded her juris doctorate with honors from the Law School at the University of Chicago.
Selected Awards:
- “Global 100,” Insurance Business (2022)
- “Hot 100 2021,” Insurance Business America (2021)
- “Elite Women 2020,” Insurance Business America (2020)
- “Directors to Watch”, Directors and Boards (2018)
- “Agent of the Year,” Insurance Journal (2017)
- “Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business,” San Francisco Business Times (2012)
- “Top 100 Women of Influence in the Silicon Valley,” San Jose/Silicon Valley Business Journal (2009)
- “Women to Watch,” Business Insurance Magazine (2007)

INSIGHTS
Guide to D&O Insurance for IPO and Direct Listing Companies, 2024 Edition
If you’re gearing up for your company’s IPO, it’s time to think about placing your public company D&O insurance program. Get our insight to help you navigate the complexities of launching your program and aligning it with your IPO process.