President-Elect Nominee Katherine H. Antonello FCAS 2001 I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to give back to the organization that laid the foundation for my career, with an emphasis on reshaping the credentialing process and educational offerings so that the CAS adapts to this rapidly changing environment. With more than 30 years of broad actuarial …
The practice of adding equity to “diversity and inclusion” is becoming increasingly common. Editor’s note: This article was originally published in The Actuary, December 2019/January 2020 edition. It is reprinted with permission from the Society of Actuaries. As co-chairs of the new Joint Committee for Inclusion, Equity & Diversity (JCIED), we are excited for the …
I know that Actuarial Review touches on matters beyond the actuarial profession, but this issue in particular illustrates quite a lot of the risks of living in this all-too-real world. As the new coronavirus COVID-19 threatens to become a pandemic, this year’s cold and flu season is far from ordinary. Because AR is a bimonthly …
Being in the business of risk, the insurance industry should not take talent risk lightly. In case you missed it, talk of a talent crisis has loomed for years. Studies and statistics point to a significant workforce reduction thanks to baby boomers’ ongoing waves of retirement. By no means is insurance the sole industry to …
Back in the mid-2000s, I was involved in the Women’s National Book Association’s D.C. Chapter. I served as membership chair, president and board member for some years. After my service, I did my best to attend events and serve as a leader informally. After one such event, I overheard some young women asking questions about …
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“Running a business without a strategic plan is like driving across the country blindfolded without a map.” You may have heard different variations on this quote, originally attributed to Forbes. You can fill in the last part of the simile with any number of activities requiring vision or, metaphorically, understanding. Whether you choose the literal …
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The CAS has named Wesley Griffiths, FCAS, as its admissions actuary. A long-time CAS volunteer, Griffiths has been instrumental in leading several efforts including University Engagement, Leadership Development and the joint CAS/SOA Committee on Career Encouragement and Actuarial Diversity. He has also served on exam committees, contributed to several task forces and served on the …
The Actuarial Foundation’s Educate.Connect.Change. Campaign We’re excited to launch a special fundraising campaign commemorating The Actuarial Foundation’s 25th Anniversary. The Educate.Connect.Change. Campaign showcases the Foundation’s primary focus to educate in math and financial literacy, to connect students with actuaries and to prompt positive change in the lives of students. Educate.Connect.Change. kicked off officially at the …
It has been almost two years since I was elected to the CAS leadership. As my term comes to an end, it is a good time to reflect upon what I have seen and learned during my time in office as president-elect and president. When I was elected it had been about a decade since …
