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Career Development Community: Reflections on Leading in Year One Nov 6, 2026 36:23 Host Roberto Gomez, ASA, speaks with Career Development Community Co-Chairs Tanner McKerlie, FSA, CERA, MAAA, and Kwesi Acquah, FSA, MAAA. They discuss their experiences in new leadership roles during the inaugural year of Communities.

Health Community: Beneath the Trend Line: What Clinical and Public Health Signals Tell Actuaries About Future Mortality Nov 5, 2026 31:56 Host Ankit Nanda, FSA, MAAA, FCA, speaks with Nicky Draper, HonFIA, Director of Life & Health Consulting at Crystallise and a former intensive care nurse and public health specialist, about what lies beneath a smooth mortality trend: frailty, delayed diagnosis, access to care and multi-morbidity. The conversation covers type 2 diabetes and obesity, GLP-1 drugs and their wider effects, how the UK's

Retirement Practice Community: Longevity Linked Securities Oct 22, 2026 28:49 Mark Shemtob, FSA, MAAA, CFP®, sits down with Dario Fusato, Co-Founder of Savvly. Savvly has registered its new security offering with the Securities Exchange Commission. Mark and Dario's conversation includes a description of the security, why it was developed, where it will be available and future related securities.

Health Community: Rebalancing Risk in Gene Therapy & High-Cost Pharmaceuticals Oct 22, 2026 49:26 Host Danny Moore, FSA, MAAA, CERA and guests John Nolan and Marc Marion from Octaviant Financial discuss the challenges of specialized high-cost drug treatments, their efficacy, and potential vehicles to manage the unique risks involved with these treatments.

Young Professional Advisory Council: Who I Want to Be - The Struggles, Hopes, and Dreams of a Career Changer and Experienced Actuary Oct 19, 2026 51:39 The Young Professional Advisory Council's Justin Le speaks with Gouri Kumaran, AVP at Kuvare, about her challenges and triumphs as a career changer into the actuarial profession and her experiences along the way.

Health Community: Biological Aging, Biomarkers, and Real-World Data Oct 8, 2026 39:13 In this episode, host Ankit Nanda, FSA, MAAA, FCA, speaks with Dr. Mei Sum Chan, Head of Medical Analytics, R&D at Pacific Life Re, about the science of biological aging and what it means for actuaries. The conversation covers how biomarkers of aging are measured, what real-world data can (and cannot) tell us about health and longevity, and how these developments are beginning to shape actuarial

Young Professional Advisory Council: Big Lessons from a Smaller Company Career Sep 28, 2026 28:40 The Young Professional Advisory Council's Adam Krompiewski speaks with Cristi-Alice Danielson, Director of Individual Products & Pricing at Wawanesa Insurance, about building a unique actuarial career with a smaller company in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and the lessons she has learned along the way.

Health Community: The View from the Tail: What Accident and Health Reinsurers See in High-Cost Claims and Emerging Therapies Sep 23, 2026 29:20 Host Ankit Nanda, FSA, MAAA, FCA, speaks with Paul Skrtich, ASA, MAAA, ACIA, Senior Vice President, Accident and Health at OdysseyRe, about how health insurance looks from the reinsurer's seat, where the tail of the claims distribution drives the economics. The conversation covers lasers on known high-cost claimants, emerging cost drivers from skin substitutes to GLP-1s and cell and gene therapie

Health Community: The Payer Landscape in Transition: Transparency, Incentives, and What Comes Next Sep 9, 2026 34:04 Jeff Dunn, President and CEO of Cooperative Benefits Group, joins host Ankit Nanda, FSA, MAAA, FCA, to map the U.S. payer landscape and the forces reshaping it. Drawing on a career that runs from managed care pharmacy into benefits consulting, he sets out how employers, health plans, pharmacy benefit managers, providers, and consultants fit together, where incentives genuinely align and where the

Health Community: Health Insurance Programs and the Actuarial Voice in Health Policy Aug 27, 2026 32:06 Cori Uccello, FSA, MAAA, FCA, MPP joins host Ankit Nanda, FSA, MAAA, FCA for a tour of the U.S. health insurance coverage landscape, including Medicare, Medicaid, and the ACA marketplaces. Drawing on a career as the senior health fellow at the American Academy of Actuaries, MedPAC commissioner, and Congressional Budget Office panel of health advisers member, she discusses how actuarial analysis e

Young Professional Advisory Council: The Actuary Who Changed How We Pass Exams Aug 21, 2026 33:13 Coaching Actuaries has become a familiar name to actuarial candidates around the world—but how did it all begin? In this episode, we sit down with Dave Kester, founder of Coaching Actuaries, to discuss the journey of building the company, the evolution of actuarial education, and what the future may hold for aspiring actuaries.

Investment and Risk Management Community: The Strategic Pivot: Actuaries in FP&A Aug 17, 2026 09:19 What happens when actuaries move beyond the model and into the heart of business strategy? In this episode of The Strategic Pivot, Jundie Wei, FSA, MAAA, and FP&A leader John Visicaro explore how actuaries are becoming essential partners in forecasting, capital management, and executive decision-making. From translating complex assumptions into business impact to answering the critical "so what?"

Young Professional Advisory Council: Navigating the Remote Workplace as an Actuarial Leader Jul 27, 2026 17:12 Young Professional Advisory Council's Chris Pellegrino discusses working remotely as an actuary with Chris Olechowski, Partner at Actuarial Resources Corporation. Listen in to hear about the evolution of remote work in the actuarial field through from the perspective of an actuary in leadership.

Life and Annuities Community: Beyond Sections: The Future of SOA Community Engagement Jul 14, 2026 22:19 The SOA is evolving – and so is the way members connect. This episode explores the shift from the traditional SOA Section model to a new community engagement approach, unpacking what it means for members across the organization and, in particular, for those in the Life and Annuity space. Whether you've been an SOA member for decades or are just getting started, tune in to hear how this change open

Young Professional Advisory Council: AI, Risk, and the Next Generation of Insurance Jun 30, 2026 37:46 AI is changing every industry—and insurance is no exception. In this episode, we discuss how artificial intelligence could reshape actuarial work, risk management, and the future of the insurance industry, while also exploring how AI is affecting our personal lives and everyday decision-making.

Young Professional Advisory Council: Evolving the FSA Pathway, 6 Months Later May 25, 2026 37:04 The Young Professional Advisory Council's Ben Tolzmann sits down with Doug Norris of the SOA's fellowship education department to discuss the recent changes to the FSA pathway and how the transition has been going through 2 exam cycles.

Young Professional Advisory Council: Teaching Tomorrow's Actuaries - Eddie Smith's Journey in Exam Education Apr 27, 2026 34:01 Young Professional Advisory Council's Jake Davis discusses exam education and career development with Eddie Smith, Director of SOA Exams at The Infinite Actuary and FSA exam instructor. Learn about Eddie's transition from practicing actuary to exam educator, effective study strategies for FSA exams, and how exam preparation has and will continue to evolve.

Healthcare, AI, and Entrepreneurship with Mark Cuban, Dave Dillon, and Jon Forster . PD Edge Pod episode 9 Apr 17, 2026 31:40 This episode of the Society of Actuaries' Professional Development Edge podcast features Dave Dillon, Senior Vice President and Principal at Lewis & Ellis; entrepreneur and founder of Cost Plus Drugs, Mark Cuban; and Jon Forster, the SOA's Director of PD Learning and Content Design. Together, they explore entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and the evolving healthcare landscape. The con

Young Professional Advisory Council: What is the SOA, and Why Should I Care? Mar 30, 2026 29:26 Join us for a discussion about the SOA and why you should care about the SOA, its purpose, and its strategic plan! In this episode of the Young Professional Advisory Council podcast, YPAC member Carolyn Ellis and guest Gabi Dieguez, SOA board member, discuss the SOA as a professional organization, the roles of employees, members, and volunteers, and dive deep into why the SOA is important to us a

Emerging Topics Community: GenAI Agents: Designing Choose Your Own Adventures for LLMs Mar 18, 2026 23:31 Anders Larson, FSA,MAAA and Shea Parkes, FSA, MAAA provide a clear, approachable look at how modern AI systems really think, act, and respond. They dive into the hidden machinery behind today's GenAI applications – exploring how agent frameworks guide LLMs through structured, choose‑your‑own‑adventure–style decision loops. Using practical examples from Microsoft Copilot and actuarial workflows, th

Professional Development Edge Podcast Ep. 8 Working with Ambiguity with Aree Bly Mar 9, 2026 19:44 The podcast features Jon Forster interviewing Aree Bly, founder of Alignment Ally and author of "The Sustainable Brain," focusing on the importance of developing comfort with ambiguity for actuaries and other professionals. Aree shares practical examples from her career, such as handling ambiguous data formats in healthcare analytics, and discusses strategies for determining when work is "good eno

Young Professional Advisory Council: Fraud, Waste & Abuse (FWA) in the U.S. Healthcare System Feb 23, 2026 39:54 Exploring Fraud, Waste & Abuse (FWA) in U.S. healthcare—key trends, AI's impact, and how actuaries and data professionals can drive smarter detection and prevention.

Career Development Community: Innovation in Insurance – A Conversation with Jason Hiquet Feb 23, 2026 43:49 Join Jason Hiquet, FSA, CERA and host Chris Smith, ASA, for an insightful discussion of innovation in insurance. Jason's expertise in the field and advice for those seeking to have an impact is can't-miss for anyone with hopes of driving change in the industry! Want more? Register for the Innovating Inside of Traditional Insurance Work Topic Call on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET.

Emerging Topics Community: SOA Member AI Survey - Summer 2025 Feb 17, 2026 11:44 In this episode of the Get Plugged In Podcast, originally published in January 2026, Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, is joined by Joe Alaimo, CEO at ProComp Consulting Inc. in Ontario, Canada and Community Advisory Team Member of the Emerging Topics Community. Together, they unpack the results of the Society of Actuaries Research Institute's

Young Professional Advisory Council: Kick Back with YPAC Jan 26, 2026 09:32 Join Tasso Bountouvas, FSA and Carly Mauro, FSA as they give an overview of the main goals and motivations of YPAC. They celebrate 2025 accomplishments and look forward to another exciting year of impact!

Actuarial Leadership and Impact Making Dec 29, 2025 31:58 Join Ganiu Shefiu as he interviews Jola Fakoya, FSA, CERA, to discuss making an impact in actuarial leadership.

PD Edge Pod Episode 7: Is Takaful the same as mutual insurance? An interview with Hasham Piperdy Dec 23, 2025 16:09 The podcast features Jon Forster interviewing Hasham Piperdy about the similarities and differences between Takaful and mutual insurance. Both models emphasize collective risk sharing and returning surplus to participants, but differ in ownership structure, capital provision, and investment restrictions. Takaful adds a layer of Shari'ah compliance, requiring investments to be Islamic and oversight

Emerging Topics Community: Actuaries in the Age of AI: A conversation with ChatGPT: 2 years later Dec 22, 2025 11:22 In this captivating podcast, Joe Alaimo, CEO of ProComp, sits down once again, two years later, with ChatGPT. Together they talk about what has actually changed in two years, what did not change, and where the profession might be heading next. What does ChatGPT now see ahead for the actuarial profession? The original Actuaries in the Age of AI: A conversation with ChatGPT was published on Oct 12

PD Edge Pod Episode 6: From Actuary to CEO, Carl Hess on his leadership journey at WTW Dec 2, 2025 12:06 The podcast features a conversation with Willis Towers Watson CEO Carl Hess, who discusses his progression from actuary to CEO, emphasizing the importance of analytical skills, communication, and people management in leadership. Carl highlights how technology and AI are transforming the actuarial profession, noting that automation and AI projects at WTW are helping staff focus on more productive

Young Professional Advisory Council: Big Company or Big Risk? Actuarial Life in Corporate vs. Startup Worlds Nov 24, 2025 31:17 What is it really like to work as an actuary in a fast-moving startup versus a large, established company? In this episode, YPAC member Zack Moore sits down with Matt Briggs to unpack the realities of both worlds, from culture and pace to impact, growth, and career satisfaction. They explore how actuaries fit into each environment, the trade-offs between stability and innovation, and what young p

Emerging Topics Community: AI Roundtable Nov 20, 2025 18:34 In this episode of the Get Plugged In podcast originally published in September 2025, host Dale Hall, Managing Director of Research at the Society of Actuaries, is joined by Joe Alaimo, CEO of ProComp Consulting Inc. and Community Advisory Team Member of the Emerging Topics Community. Together, they delve into the findings of a recent roundtable discussion focused on the role of generative AI in t

Title: PD Edge Pod Episode 5: Actuaries working with Data Scientists featuring Tom Callahan and Dave Friesen Nov 14, 2025 20:13 This podcast episode features Dave Friesen and Tom Callahan discussing the collaboration between actuaries and data scientists. Tom is an Actuary who works extensively with data scientists, and Dave is a data scientist who works with Actuaries, making them a great combo for the topic. Dave highlighted the operational focus of data science in improving workflows and customer experience, while To

Young Professional Advisory Council: Research at the SOA: A Gateway to Innovate, Influence, and Inspire Oct 27, 2025 40:10 Research isn't just for academics! This episode reveals how broad the impact of SOA research is – balancing the retrospective with the prospective – and why it's essential for actuaries and the broader public. YPAC Vice-Chair Tasso Bountouvas and guest R. Dale Hall discuss misconceptions, real-world applications, and how you can contribute – no PhD required. Tune in for practical advice, inspirati

Health Section: Behind the Med Supp Market – Claim Costs, Regulations and Opportunities Oct 27, 2025 43:12 Listen in as Greg Fann interviews Moshe Nelkin about Medicare Supplement insurance. We will take you from Medicare basics through product details covering pricing assumptions, factors driving claims trend, regulatory considerations, challenges, opportunities, and more.

Long Term Care Section: Rethinking LTC - The Wellness Evolution Oct 20, 2025 30:41 Roger Loomis sits down with Stephanie Moench and Michael Rustemeyer to discuss their paper that was just published by the SOA Research Institute: "Long-Term Care Wellness Primer", which can be downloaded here: https://www.soa.org/resources/research-reports/2025/long-term-care-wellness/

Health Section: Estimating Large Claims – Predictive Modeling vs Traditional Methods Oct 20, 2025 23:25 Listen to Juan Herrara and Danny Moore discuss pending claims, large claims, and using predictive analytics and other modeling techniques to develop these estimates.

Marketing & Distribution Section: Insuring Tomorrow - Navigating the Digital Revolution in Insurance Oct 8, 2025 07:50 Join host Tiana Zhao as she explores the cutting-edge trends reshaping the insurance landscape. From AI-driven underwriting to climate-focused products, this episode of the SOA Marketing and Distribution podcast dives deep into the technological and societal shifts transforming how we think about risk and protection. Discover how insurtech startups, IoT devices, and changing consumer expectations

Emerging Topics Community: GenAI with Coding Agents – Simulating Healthcare Costs Oct 8, 2025 24:39 Anders Larson and Shea Parkes discuss using GenAI applications with coding agents to simulate healthcare costs. They revisit the distinction between large language models (LLMs) and the applications that wrap them. They then use some newer GenAI application functionality to generate some simulated healthcare cost distributions. During their discussion they explore what domain knowledge the mod

Health Section: AI & ML Oct 6, 2025 22:30 Description: Listen as co-hosts Jackie Lee and Josh Hammerquist speak to data scientist Supriya Ramachandra as they discuss how she attacks messy data with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. From this discussion, actuaries will learn about how these cutting-edge tools can be used in their work. PleaseNote: At timestamp 11:00: The training data was created through manual annotation —

Young Professional Advisory Council: Promoting the Next Generation of Actuaries- The Art of Managing Down Sep 29, 2025 29:10 In this month's YPAC podcast host Shawn Stender, FSA, MAAA will be joined by Simon Gervais, FSA, MAAA to discuss an often-overlooked topic for young actuaries. With so much focus given to career advancement and "managing up," actuaries looking might overlook the benefits of managing down to promote younger professionals within their organization. This podcast will discuss how managing down can no

Health Section: Understanding Tertiary and Quaternary Hospitals in the US, an Actuarial Perspective Sep 22, 2025 31:42 Join Danny Moore and Aaron Jurgaitis as they discuss tertiary and quaternary care from an actuarial perspective. Danny and Aaron discuss: Definitions around the different levels of care, from primary up to quaternary Specifics around the types of care delivered in the specialized facilities that deliver this care, and The key themes actuaries need to keep in mind when analyzing data that inclu

Emerging Topics Community: Actuarial Model Validation Sep 4, 2025 25:50 In this episode Joe Alaimo interviews Jeremy Levitt. Actuarial models are central to decision-making across insurance, finance, and risk management—but without proper validation, even the most sophisticated models can lead to costly errors. In this episode, Joe and Jeremy take a deep dive into model validation: defining its purpose, outlining key procedures, and highlighting the risks of getting

Marketing & Distribution Section: Actuarial Innovation - Revolutionizing Marketing and Distribution with OKRs Sep 2, 2025 08:54 Join host Tiana Zhao as she explores the transformative power of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) in the world of marketing and distribution actuarial work. This episode of the SOA Marketing and Distribution podcast dives deep into: The fundamentals of OKR methodology and its adoption by tech giants How OKRs can enhance clarity, focus, and measurable outcomes for actuaries A practical example of

Young Professional Advisory Council: Beyond the Numbers: Finding Purpose as an Actuary Aug 25, 2025 27:28 Join host Justin Le, ASA, MAAA for a talk with Kate Smith FSA, MAAA about finding meaning and purpose in our work as actuaries. Kate is a Director and Actuary working in Valuation at Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company. In this episode Kate shares her perspective and advice on connecting her work to the impact on her company's members.

Health Section: Epidemiology Using Cluster Analysis and Insurance Company Data Aug 18, 2025 25:49 Listen as Danny Moore interviews Charlie Larimer on Epidemiology and Predictive Analytics. Listen as Charlie gives his insight on applying predictive analytics techniques to determine drivers of health outcomes in differing populations and regions.

PD Edge Pod Episode 4: Actuaries building trust while utilizing AI models with Amanda Hug Aug 12, 2025 15:20 This interview featured Amanda Hug, the president and chair of the Society of Actuaries, discussing the role of actuaries in building trust with AI models. Amanda shared a personal anecdote from a trip to Uganda, highlighting the global reputation of actuaries. The discussion covered the importance of integrity, excellence, and professionalism in the actuarial field and provided advice on incorpo

Long Term Care Section: Gen Z Meets LTCI: Arielle Galinsky on Rethinking Aging Aug 5, 2025 29:35 Arielle Galinsky—Harvard Kennedy School MPP candidate, JD candidate at Yale Law School, and advocate for aging with dignity—joins host Roger Loomis for a wide-ranging conversation on caregiving, aging, and how her generation sees the future of LTC financing.

Health Section: Bridging Data Science and Actuarial Science Aug 4, 2025 26:30 Listen to this interview with Whitney Pratt – an actuary who leads a team of data scientists – about similarities and differences of the two fields and how we can better work together. If you are an actuary wanting to know more about data science, or trying to choose between the two career paths, this is a must listen!

Young Professional Advisory Council: Into the Void - Growth, Career and Finding Your Purpose After Actuarial Exams Jul 28, 2025 25:20 Becoming credentialed is one of the major goals for an actuary, but what does life look like after? Join Carly Mauro, FSA, MAAA and Chris Lombardi, FSA, MAAA as they discuss "the void" and how to approach personal growth, investing time in the community and the SOA, and professional development after exams.

Faulty Medication by Brian Tajlili, FSA, MAAA Jul 10, 2025 21:49 SOA is proud to present the audio version of the winning entry in the 2024-25 Speculative Fiction Contest, Faulty Medication by Brian Tajlili, FSA, MAAA. Here is what the contest's literary judge, Dr. Bob Mielke, had to say, "Nothing but positives here. A plausible and timely scenario, excellent world-building, vivid incidents, lively and detailed, polished and very well-written. …This story has a

Marketing and Distribution Section: The Rise of Marketing Actuaries: Where Data Science Meets Marketing Jul 2, 2025 09:52 Join host Tiana Zhao, FSA, CERA, as she explores the emerging field of marketing actuaries in this insightful episode of the SOA Marketing and Distribution podcast. Discover how these professionals blend actuarial science with marketing strategies to drive data-informed business decisions. Tiana breaks down the key responsibilities of marketing actuaries, including data analysis, predictive modeli

Young Professional Advisory Council: The Path Less Actuaried: from Med School to Actuary Jun 30, 2025 29:27 In this podcast, Michael Frings FSA, MAAA, now Chief Actuary at one of the Bermuda insurance companies, shares his experiences on his career path, where he started from an unexpected place -- medical school, which ultimately took him to where he is now -- an actuary. Please join us as we explore how Michael navigated his "unusual" path, how he found success, and what one may expect entering the pr

Emerging Topics Community: Model Validation 101: Bring your Calculus Mindset! Jun 30, 2025 08:07 In this podcast episode Joe Alaimo interviews Bob Leach. Bob introduces us to model validation concepts from the article that he has written for the emerging topics community: Model Validation 101: Bring your Calculus Mindset! Bob discusses how to use calculus concepts to validate results from actuarial models. This discussion is in the context of principle-based reserve valuation models, but t

PD Edge pod Episode 3: The Building Blocks of IFRS 17 with Darryl Wagner Jun 27, 2025 19:45 In this podcast Darryl Wagner, Principal with Deloitte Consulting, discussed the complexities and principles of IFRS 17, highlighting its goal to standardize insurance accounting globally. He explained the building blocks of IFRS 17, including best estimate cash flows, risk adjustment, and contractual service margin (CSM). Darryl emphasized the significant data and technology requirements for impl

Health Section: MAPD Landscape Jun 16, 2025 23:41 Host Jackie Lee discusses the MAPD historical and future landscape of the Medicare Advantage market. They talk about notable milestones throughout the years and their impact on the growth of this sector.

Professional Development Edge+: Episode 2 Why Actuaries should oversee AI models with Sherry Chan & Robert Eaton Jun 3, 2025 12:07 This podcast features Robert Eaton, Principal and Consulting Actuary at Milliman and Sherry Chan, Managing Director at EY. They discussed the role of actuaries in overseeing AI models, highlighting their unique skills in data analysis and model evaluation. Robert and Sherry emphasized the importance of actuaries in ensuring AI models are free from bias and leveraging AI to handle routine tasks

Marketing & Distribution Section: Building Strong Relationships in Actuarial Marketing and Distribution Jun 2, 2025 08:59 Join host Tiana Zhao as she explores the critical role of relationships in actuarial marketing and distribution. In this insightful episode, Tiana discusses why strong partnerships are essential in the insurance and financial services industry, and provides practical tips for understanding distribution partners, effective communication, collaborative product development, and building trust.

Health Section: High Road Leadership Jun 2, 2025 24:31 Join Host Jackie Lee with Brian Pauley as they discuss the characteristic of leaders, including developing an abundance mindset. Their discussion is based on the High Road Leadership book by John Maxwell and Brian's article featured in The Stepping Stone.

Emerging Topics Community: Comparison of Regulatory Framework for Non Discriminatory AI Usage in Insurance May 27, 2025 16:20 Join Joe Alaimo, Founder and CEO of ProComp, and David Schraub, Founder and CEO of David Schraub Actuarial Consultancy, as they discuss the rapidly developing regulatory frameworks surrounding AI in the insurance industry. They explore the intricacies of laws and guidelines across the U.S., Canada, the European Union, and China, focusing on AI's role in underwriting, pricing, and risk management.

Health Section: Inpatient Maternity Rates and Price Transparency Data with Greg Mottet May 19, 2025 24:07 Dive into price transparency with Danny Moore and Greg Mottet, founder of Vairate. In this episode, they discuss a study exploring inpatient maternity rates in Washington, as well as the use of price transparency in payer-provider negotiations and its impact on consumers, payers, providers, and employers.

Long Term Care Section: Public Programs and Middle Markets May 15, 2025 36:12 Roger Loomis and Steve Schoonveld discuss the state of the Long-Term Care Insurance industry and the opportunities to modernize products and broaden coverage.

Marketing & Distribution Section: Minute Manager Makeover: Modern Leadership in 60 Seconds May 5, 2025 08:10 In this episode, join host Tiana Zhao, FSA, CERA, to explore the principles of "The New One Minute Manager" by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson.

Young Professional Advisory Council: Bring Passion to Your Career Journey Apr 28, 2025 41:43 Join host Andrea Wang, ASA, ACIA, for an inspiring episode featuring Vincent Lepez, PhD, IAF (Institut des Actuaires Francais), a distinguished leader and a seasoned expert in the insurance and reinsurance industry. With decades of experience bridging academia and diverse global sectors, Vincent unveils his remarkable career journey, offering actionable insights on discovering your passion and ma

Long Term Care Section: We Learn from Experience! Apr 1, 2025 28:13 Roger Loomis interviews Matt Morton about the next generation of the SOA's Long-Term Care experience study. You can reach out to Matt Morton at mattmorton@illumifin.com.

Entrepreneurial & Innovation: Turning Modeling Headaches into an Actuarial Infrastructure Startup Apr 1, 2025 34:47 Host Victor Zhao, FSA, CERA sits down with Frank Cheung, FSA, MAAA, CEO and Founder of Accorded, to explore how modeling headaches and operational friction inspired him to launch an actuarial data and analytics infrastructure startup. Frank shares how he identified the core problem, validated it through deep industry conversations, and took the leap into entrepreneurship.

Marketing & Distribution Section: Pensions Reimagined: Navigating Demographics and Innovation with Lilach Frenkel Mar 31, 2025 22:58 Join us for an insightful conversation with host Tiana Zhao and guest Lilach Frenkel from CAAT Pension to explore the evolving world of pensions.

Young Professional Advisory Council: Calculated Risks with Jing Lang - A Journey from Corporate Actuary to Entrepreneur Mar 31, 2025 30:08 How do you go from working in a structured corporate actuarial role to forging your own entrepreneurial path? In this episode, Yisi Wang, FSA, CFA sits down with Jing Lang, FSA, FCIA, a seasoned actuary, writer and entrepreneur, who transitioned from corporate actuarial science to entrepreneurship. She shares her journey, the challenges she faced, and the strategies that helped her navigate uncert

Emerging Topics Community: Climate Change: An introduction with Actuarial Considerations Mar 25, 2025 13:33 In this episode, Joe Alaimo interviews Joan Barret to discuss climate change, highlighting their impacts on the environment and everyday life and the roles actuaries play in assessing risks and solutions related to climate change.

Health Section: Professionalism – ABCD Mar 24, 2025 24:33 Do you need professionalism credits? Look no further and listen to host Jackie Lee discuss experiences with the ABCD for counseling from guests Cathy Quock and Lydia Tolman.

Young Professional Advisory Council: Leadership Lessons from an Entrepreneurial-Minded Actuary Feb 24, 2025 36:29 Join host Silver Zhou, FSA, Chair of YPAC, for a dynamic conversation with Matthew Duke, ACAS, a seasoned actuary, insurance industry leader, and longtime volunteer in various actuarial organizations. Duke shares the deliberate and strategic steps that shaped his career in both traditional actuarial roles and non-traditional industries. Along the way, he reveals invaluable insights on the impact o

Health Section: Professionalism – Actuarial Communications Feb 17, 2025 26:27 Listen in to get those professionalism CE credits with host Jackie Lee and guest Cathy Quock. They talk about the differences between actuarial communications in a consulting role or internal company setting. They reference the Code of Professional Conduct and ASOPs.

Long Term Care Section: The LTC Population Research Model Feb 13, 2025 35:22 Roger Loomis talks with Eddie Armentrout of Actuarial Research Corporation about the SOA Research Institute's LTC Population Research Model, which can be used to examine the impact of public LTC plans on beneficiary finances and service utilization.

Marketing & Distribution Section: Actuarial Alliances: Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Partnerships Feb 10, 2025 36:43 In this podcast episode, join host Tiana Zhao, FSA, CERA and guests Dennis Li, Director of Business Development and Partnerships at Amplify Life Insurance, and Christopher Rzany, Vice President of Strategic Marketing Alliances at Fidelity Life Association and eFinancial, to explore the dynamic world of partnerships. This podcast delves into challenges, evolution and emerging opportunities in this

Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Si Xie Feb 7, 2025 35:09 Nick Kocisak, FSA, in his final episode as host, speaks with Si Xie, FSA, FCIA, CERA, about her experience working as an actuary in international markets. Si provides detailed insights into her observations from working in international markets, describes challenges and opportunities presented by international work, and offers advice on how you can establish your international footprint.

Emerging Topics Community: LLMs – Separating the Models From the Applications Feb 4, 2025 19:31 Join Anders Larson and Shea Parkes as they dive into the world of large language models (LLMs) again. Actuaries are familiar with matrix multiplication, which is at the heart of most LLMs, but not all actuaries are as familiar with how complex software application components work together. In this episode we tease apart the models from the applications and discuss which is responsible for what p

Young Professional Advisory Council: African Perspective from World Actuaries Jan 27, 2025 42:52 Join us for another exciting episode of YPAC podcast as host Ganiu Shefiu, FSA, FCA sits down with Yvonne Palm FCAS, FIA (African Actuary with a global mindset and a CAS board member) and Teju Scott ASA who had both trained abroad and have come back to Africa to contribute to the development of the Actuarial profession. They both share invaluable advice on how to navigate the new environment and w

Health Section: Design Your Future with the Competency Framework! Jan 27, 2025 25:49 Join Dave Dillon as he interviews the authors, Rich Junker and Curtis Robbins, of the new book, "Design Your Future with the Competency Framework", inspired by the Society of Actuaries Competency Framework and published by ACTEX Learning. The authors share their personal career perspectives and celebrate the worldwide diversity of actuarial careers from over 26 successful actuaries contributing

Professional Development Edge+: Goal Setting and People Management Jan 21, 2025 25:37 In this video, we interview Chris Lombardi, FSA, MAAA, CERA Associate Director at WTW, and Jeanne Cho Stokke, FSA, MAAA, about goal setting and people management. They share techniques and tools for actuaries to become effective leaders in the profession. Jeanne's experience as a former Pro LPGA golfer and Chris's background in jiu jitsu highlight how these skills have contributed to their career

Marketing & Distribution Section: Channel Choices: Navigating Distribution Strategies for Business Success Jan 8, 2025 14:54 In this podcast episode, join host Tiana Zhao, FSA, CERA for an insightful exploration of distribution channels and how to choose the right ones for your business. We dive deep into the various ways products and services can reach customers, from traditional retail to cutting-edge digital platforms.