Description: To become a member of the American Academy of Actuaries, an applicant must submit satisfactory evidence that he has met specified requirements in both education and experience. This panel discussions addresses whether or not the education requirement can be satisfied by means other than by passing specified examinations of the Society of Actuaries or of the Casualty Actuarial Society. From Transactions of Society of Actuaries 1970, Vol. 22, Pt. 2, No. 64.

Description: Contemporary ERM has moved from an event-based view of risk to a hierarchical, systems-based approach. In order to operationalize such an approach, a methodology is proposed in this paper that draws on phylogenetic approaches that have been successfully developed for biological evolution. The technique and process provide an insight into the lineage, pace and impact of external conditions on the evolution of risks. They also provide a unique and rational classification of risk in an enterprise that can be used to optimize risk management resources. An example of a fictitious insurance company is used to illustrate the approach. Presented at 2010 Enterprise Risk Management Symposium, Society of Actuaries, April 12-15, 2010.

Description: Highlights of the Smaller Insurance Company Section's significant contributions at recent Society of Actuaries' events

Description: This article discusses the Society of Actuaries' Professional Development Committee and how it can be useful to an actuaries' professional development.

Description: Summarizing the best things about the smaller insurance company section.

Description: The author provides his ten rules for giving a great speech.

Description: The chairperson notes changes to the section's mission and its involvement in helping to develop business and communication skills of its members.

Description: How you can use your motivation and persistence to become an optimist.

Description: How to offer constructive criticism and use it as a tool to improve work processes, nurture business relationships and get the outcomes you want.

Description: It feels safe letting someone else be the boss. But it's risky, too. The way to minimize the risks--no matter what your work--is to become the boss of your own career. Learn simple steps here.