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View the recipients of the Outstanding Session Awards for the 2024 SOA ImpACT Conference.
Join Us for the Largest Actuarial Conference of the Year
Celebrate the SOA’s 75th anniversary and find solutions to your profession’s most complex challenges at the 2024 SOA ImpACT Conference in National Harbor, MD, October 27–30, 2024. Experience innovative events, new insights, and valuable opportunities in the actuarial profession. ImpACT is the premier gathering of industry experts, employers, actuarial professionals, and thought-leaders—the largest of its kind! Invest in yourself and join your colleagues to connect, build your network, advance your career, and have fun through social activities.
The registration process for SOA events has changed. Please review the registration tab before beginning the registration process.
Content Tracks
The ImpACT Conference provides cutting-edge content for everyone! Each session aligns with one of the tracks below. The tracks for this year’s event span across a wide variety of practice areas. Check out the agenda tab for the complete list of sessions specific to each track.
- Life
- Health
- Retirement or Pension
- General Insurance
- Risk Management
- Long Term Care
- Reinsurance
- Accounting and Finance
- Investment or Asset Liability Management (ALM)
- Emerging Topics
- Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), or Big Data
- Modeling
- Technology
- Predictive Analytics and Futurism
- Climate Risk
- Bias or Professionalism
- Other
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Communication
- Leadership
- Soft Skills
Keynote Speaker
Kay Firth-Butterfield
Kay Firth-Butterfield is the CEO of Good Tech Advisory and has been leading work on Responsible design, development and use of AI from the beginning. In 2024 Kay received the TIME 100 Impact Award. In 2014 she became the world’s first Chief AI Ethics Officer and became Vice-Chair of the IEEE Global Initiative for Ethical Considerations in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems in 2015 and the founding head of AI at the World Economic Forum in 2017 where she also served on the Executive Committee. She is frequently cited as a leading woman in AI and was featured in the New York Times as a woman changing the landscape of leadership.
Hotel and Venue
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Address: 201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor
MD 20745
City Information
With views of Woodrow Wilson Bridge over the Potomac River, National Harbor is a convention center hub with everything from busy outlet mall shopping to a casino and live music at the MGM National Harbor hotel. The waterfront is home to a vibrant carousel and a unique sculpture, plus a ferry terminal and a marina sporting a Ferris wheel. It offers many bars and restaurants, including a painting studio serving wine.
Meeting Highlights from 2023
The Society of Actuaries announced the recipients of the Outstanding Session Awards for the 2023 In-Person and Virtual ImpACT Conferences. Take a look at the presentations and listen to audio recordings of these award-winning presentations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The integration of life and annuity pricing and product content, which was once a part of the Life Meeting, into the ImpACT Conference aims to enhance the overall conference experience by bringing together diverse perspectives, topics, and expertise at one comprehensive event.
You can expect a broader range of sessions, workshops, and speakers covering various aspects of the life actuarial community as well as the opportunity to broaden your horizons with a large variety of engaging topics across the full spectrum of content tracks.
Attendees will benefit from a more diverse and enriched conference experience. The integration allows for a broader exploration of topics, networking opportunities, and exposure to a wider range of ideas and innovations.
Absolutely. The ImpACT Annual Conference will provide ample opportunities for networking, collaboration, and connecting with like-minded colleagues. Specialized sessions and networking events will cater to your unique interests.
Valuation content will now be a part of the revived Valuation Actuary (ValAct) Meeting. Over the past few years, we received consistent messages expressing a deep appreciation for the meeting's role in facilitating knowledge across all practice areas (life, annuity, health and more) curated to keep the financial actuary informed on the latest valuation and financial reporting concepts. Keep an eye on emails, our social media channels, and the Valuation Actuary Meeting webpage for the latest information.
Yes, there will be dedicated tracks and sessions within the ImpACT Conference that align with the focused on life and annuity developments. Attendees can choose sessions based on their specific interests.
Keep an eye on emails, our social media channels, and the conference webpage for the latest information.
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Registration and Travel
The registration process for SOA events has changed. You will now choose your sessions after you have completed registration.
Once you have completed the registration process you should receive a confirmation email from InEvent with links to select your sessions and to let us know if you are a first time attendee.
To build your schedule, click the link in the confirmation email and log in with your SOA credentials. Once you log in you will automatically navigate to the event agenda. Sort through sessions by date, topic, experience level or format and and click "Add" to add them to your schedule.
If you are having trouble registering or building your schedule, please review our step-by-step instructions and reach out to customer service if you have any further questions.
Can’t wait to see you in National Harbor! This year, the conference and hotel are all in one location.
View Hotel and Travel Information
Hotel Reservation Deadline: September 23, 2024
Thank you to our Registration Sponsor:
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The group discount rate is available to organizations sending five or more employees to participate at the 2024 ImpACT Conference.
To receive the group discount for the 2024 ImpACT Conference, please contact customer service.
**Guest Fee - One guest per registrant is allowed. A significant other, friend or family member of the attendee who is over the age of 18 is considered a guest (or non-business affiliate). Members of an actuarial organization and recruiters are not considered guests and must register at the appropriate member or nonmember fee listed above.
Note: guest fee does not include attendance at sessions or luncheons
Payment Options
Full payment is required at the time of registration. Schedule denotes U.S. dollars. Payment required in U.S. dollars.
- Paying by credit card – Register online by registration deadline.
- Paying by check – Contact SOA Customer Service for application and payment details. Allow 10 days for receipt and processing of check payments.
Exhibits & Sponsorship at the 2024 ImpACT Conference
Join us in National Harbor and get ready to reconnect with industry leaders and professionals through sponsoring and/or exhibiting at our in-person event!
Plan your participation as a sponsor and/or exhibitor to connect with industry leaders and professionals. Review the brochure and get your agreement in the queue for assignment. If you have questions or want to know what opportunities are still available, please contact Lauren Scaramella or visit SOA Sponsorships Opportunities to learn more.
Thank you to our 2024 Event Sponsors
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Thank you to our 2024 Exhibitors
- Abacus Life
- Actuarial Careers, Inc.
- Actuarial Resources Corporation
- Andover Research Ltd.
- August Actuarial Consulting
- Conning
- Deloitte
- DW Simpson
- Ezra Penland
- Gen Re
- Gradiant AI
- Insight Decision Solutions
- Jacobson
- Milliman
- Montoux
- Moodys
- Oliver Wyman
- PolySystems
- Pryor Associates
- QRM
- Selby Jennings
- Slope Software
- Stoch Analytics
- The Actuarial Foundation
- The American Academy of Actuaries
- UnderwriteMe
- Valani Global
- WTW
Expo Center
Fitness Experiences
Tai Chi
Tai-chi is a practice of mindfulness in motion, focusing o movement of the body with the breath. This type of Tai-chi practice is accessible for everyone as it is a gentle in nature and may be done from a standing or seated position. The practice focuses on improving mobility, coordination, and flexibility while helping to lower stress levels. This practice is ideal for all ages and fitness levels. If you plan to attend, you must register in advance.
The Tai Chi sessions will be led by Carol S Sakai, Ph.D in Medical Physiology who is experienced teacher of yoga, tai chi and meditation. She is a certified yoga therapist. In terms of tai chi, she has trained under Master Ma LeTung in the Fragrant Hills of Beijing, China. She has been teaching in the Washington D. C. Metro area for over 30 year. Currently she practices in Virginia. She specializes in helping people reduce their stress levels, in addition to helping those with special medical health needs modify their practice to accommodate to their particular situation. She has taught many organization such as Arthritis Foundation, Parkinson Foundation, Suburban Hospital, Marymount College, Capital One to name a few.
This event is available for all meeting attendees as part of the registration fee. If you plan to attend, please register in advance.
Networking Experiences
Section/Community Events
Review the agenda tab to see if your section/ community is hosting a networking event! If you plan to attend one of the Section/Community networking events, you must register in advance.
Section/Community breakfasts, receptions, and tours are a great place to network, share ideas, and get an update on the latest happenings of each section.
First Time Attendee Reception: Meet Up
Make your first ImpACT Conference a success by taking advantage of opportunities to network with your peers. Join us for a meet-up prior to the welcome reception.
Welcome Celebration
Sunday, October 27
5:00pm – 6:30pm
Welcome to National Harbor! Kick off your experience with our exhibitors in the Expo Center, the hub of the meeting, while connecting with peers and expanding your network.
This event is available for all meeting attendees as part of the registration fee. If you plan to attend, please register in advance.
Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Lunch
Monday, October 28
12:00pm – 1:30pm
Join us for this complimentary lunch session for networking, a panel presentation on diversity in the actuarial community, and a highlight from SOA diversity affinity partners of the ongoing efforts to further DEI initiatives across the actuarial profession. *Attendance is limited. If you plan to attend, you must register in advance.
Mix and Mingle
Monday, October 28
4:30pm – 5:15pm
Before you head over to the ImpACT Fest join your fellow attendees in our exhibit hall to connect with our sponsors and exhibitors during the mix & mingle. Grab a drink and relax after a day of sessions.
ImpACT Fest
Monday, October 28
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Decompress from a busy day of sessions by taking in the stunning views of National Harbor. Network with peers, enjoy live music, and participate in fun activities to cap off the evening.
Closing Reception
Tuesday, October 29
5:00pm – 6:30pm
Join fellow attendees in the Expo Center to hear closing remarks and take a few last moments to make connections.
Join fellow attendees in the Expo Center to find out who won the exhibitor raffle and who landed on top of the leaderboard in our eSports tournaments.
More Experiences
Paws and Play Zone
Hero Dogs is bringing in some of their furry friends to help our attendees unwind!
Hero Dogs is a Maryland non-profit that raises, trains and places highly skilled assistance dogs with heroes. They match service dogs and skilled home companions with disabled veterans and first responders to promote independence and improve their quality of life. Hero Dogs also places facility dogs and therapy dogs, both of which make huge impacts in their communities.
Attendees can support Hero Dogs by purchasing an SOA bandana or leash, donating directly, purchasing an item from their Amazon wishlist, or volunteering.
SOA E-sports Arena
The New York University e-Sports Team is coming to ImpACT to help facilitate a little healthy competition! Bring your peers to the Expo Center to compete in games like Mario Kart 8, Super Smash Bros, FC 24 on Nintendo Switch. The competition concludes during the Tuesday Mix and Mingle Reception with our Mario Kart 8 Flash Tournament. 16 players will have the chance to win a Nintendo Switch OLED.
75th Anniversary Time Capsule
Where do you see the actuarial profession in 25 years? Answer this question to receive your SOA 75th anniversary pin. The time capsule will be opened for the SOA’s 100th anniversary in 2049.
Presidential Luncheon
Tuesday, October 29
12:15pm-1:45pm
Join us for the ceremonial badge transfer from SOA Presidents and Chairs Tim Rozar and Amanda Hug. Hear Amanda Hug's presidential address and also an executive panel on AI and insurance.
Tim Rozar will moderate this executive panel, which includes:
Dermot Corry, President and CEO of Milliman
Carl Hess, CEO of WTW
Kia Javanmardian, McKinsey Senior Partner, lead on GenAI and Insurance
Patti Kolodziejczyk, CTO at CNO Financial
Lunch is available for all meeting attendees as part of the registration fee. If you plan to attend, please register in advance.
Need to step away from the main action of the meeting. The Zen Den will be available during the conference and is intended as a quiet, calm space where attendees can spend time away from noise, lights, and other stimuli of the event spaces. This room is not available for conversations or meetings.
SOA Cares/Corporate Social Responsibility
The SOA Cares program supports organizations and members that make a difference around the world, and we encourage all our members and candidates to join in our efforts.
During the conference we will be partnering with Trees4Travel, who work with organizations to make “travel and events planet and people positive.” Watch for additional information to participate and make your impact!
Find out more about all the fun National Harbor and the DC area has to offer.