Description: Article offers ideas on how actuaries in small firms can address theri litigation risk in rational, cost-effective ways.

Description: Article discussing the SOA’s current programs and initiatives.

Description: Column describing the SOA’s recent efforts in international outreach.

Description: Article highlighting the activities of the SOA for its members.

Description: What does it take for an actuary to be a good people manager? We propose an answer in three words: willingness, love and rigor. A good people manager is dedicated to invest in team members’ success, sincerely cares for them, and subject them to high standards that speed up their growth.

Description: Dovel Technologies started as a two-person company, and by the time we sold to Private Equity in late 2019, Dovel had more than 1,200 people on its payroll. In this article, the authors (and cofounders of Dovel) describe two concepts that helped Dovel grow that actuaries can apply to help grow their firms.

Description: A retelling of the exploits of the little-known Batman villain, The Actuary, with lessons in professionalism and the limitations of predictive models.

Description: This article introduces hope as a cognitive concept that appears when circumstances are uncertain or dire. Hope is the belief that by shifting one's perspective, an individual has the power to take steps to improve their current problematic circumstances

Description: Amid ongoing virtual work environments and shifting employee expectations, finding a way to provide a desirable and engaging employee experience has become a priority for many leaders. A positive work culture, growth opportunities, a sense of connection and belonging, and ongoing communication all play a role in driving success for professionals of all levels, tenures and locations. In this session, esteemed panelists will explore key elements and best practices for shaping an employee experience that keeps teams engaged and connected throughout the entire employment lifecycle, resulting in a productive and fulfilled workforce where team members feel valued and motivated.

Description: In May, the Leadership and Development Section sponsored a webinar where 4 four senior actuarial leaders with different backgrounds, experiences, and geographic locations shared their journeys and unique perspectives. This article summarizes the key takeaways from the discussion of the paths they followed to leadership.