Societal Purpose

Aly Moosa, ASA, MAAA

Head of Model Risk, National Life Group

Aly is an accomplished leader in risk management and a dedicated community servant whose work is rooted in the culturally diverse Ismaili Muslim community of 15 million members worldwide. Leveraging his actuarial expertise, he has led several initiatives with the Aga Khan Council to advance community well-being. During the pandemic, he co-developed a logic-based app that enabled equitable access for 80,000 U.S. Ismailis to 80 Jamatkhana prayer spaces. He designed surveys on Quality of Life, Youth Empowerment, Retirement Readiness, and Non-Communicable Diseases, guiding impactful health, education, and financial programs. He also helped create a self-funded burial expense program by developing mortality tables and forecasting models to preserve families’ financial dignity. Through service, Aly exemplifies how actuarial expertise can extend beyond industry practice to create meaningful societal impact.

Mark Litow, FSA, MAAA

Co-Founder and President, Concerned Actuaries of the United States

Mark Litow, FSA, MAAA, is co-founder and President of the Concerned Actuaries of the United States, a non-profit established in 2006 to provide impartial, accessible actuarial analysis of the nation’s public finance and social insurance programs, including Social Security, Medicare, and healthcare. Through clear communication and evidence-based insights, Mark helps policymakers and the public understand complex funding and related challenges. He has co-hosted the American Health Care: Rethinking the Challenges, Opportunities and Possibilities series and published widely on potential health care and entitlement reforms. Leading efforts to more fully inform public policy decision-making by developing actuarial models for evaluating financing and delivery reform scenarios that portray consequences across an array of considerations, Mark freely contributes his professional expertise to improve the well-being of millions of Americans. His volunteer leadership exemplifies how actuaries can advance the public good through service, analysis, and education.

Ashwag Alzahrani, FSA, CERA

Co-Founder and CEO, IQ RiskIQ Consulting

Ashwag Alzahrani, FSA, CERA, is a passionate actuarial leader dedicated to advancing the actuarial profession in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Through her work with IQ RiskIQ Consulting and professional collaborations, she has championed initiatives that build actuarial awareness, education, and community engagement. Ashwag has played a pivotal role in developing the Saudi Society of Actuaries, fostering collaboration with organizations such as GOSI, and promoting continuing education for actuaries. She has led impactful projects including actuarial podcasts, awareness sessions, and training programs that have strengthened actuarial infrastructure in the region. By applying her technical knowledge and leadership, Ashwag has helped improve financial security and empower professionals within her community.

SHMA Consulting

SHMA Consulting is recognized for its unwavering commitment to advancing the actuarial profession and using actuarial knowledge as a force for social good. With a strong focus on actuarial expertise, SHMA extends its impact beyond traditional consulting by mentoring future leaders and strengthening actuarial capacity in developing markets. The firm has successfully applied actuarial insights to influence public policy, improve financial decision-making, and support initiatives that enhance health and retirement security within communities. Through training, mentorship, and innovative applications of actuarial science, SHMA has created measurable benefits for both the profession and society. This dedication exemplifies how employers can harness actuarial knowledge not only to drive business success but also to foster resilience and well-being across diverse populations.

Wallace “Wally” Wisniewski

Actuarial Science Student

Wallace “Wally” Wisniewski is an actuarial student who exemplifies leadership and service early in his professional journey. With a passion for mathematics and a dedication to helping others, Wally has applied his actuarial problem-solving skills to community initiatives that strengthen educational outcomes. As a student leader, he has mentored peers and younger students, fostering confidence in math and highlighting its importance for long-term success. His efforts reflect research showing that success in math and reading is strongly linked to improved financial and career security, ensuring his contributions have a lasting societal impact. Wally’s work demonstrates that one does not need to wait until later in their career to make a difference because he is already helping shape a stronger, more resilient future.