Description: Actuaries are on the look-out for new areas in which to apply actuarial techniques! Pet health insurance is a new and exciting arena for actuaries. By participating in this session, attendees will learn: What is pet health insurance? What types of actuarial work is involved in pet health insurance? What's driving current interest in pet health insurance?

Description: Starting a company can be challenging, and growing a company is even more challenging. There is no simple template for success. The panel, who each founded their own companies, will discuss their experiences growing these businesses, including hiring, challenges working with large companies, managing IP, fundraising and marketing. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and shape the conversation.