Description: Panelists lead participants in a discussion of recent experiences and current issues regarding the valuation of medical and dental insurance and managed care products. Topics include ASOP 22 [asset adequacy analysis for statements of actuarial opinion] and ASOP 41 [communication]. From the Record of the Society of Actuaries, Volume 29, No. 2, Session 102

Description: This panel discussion was session number 3 at the 2004 Society of Actuaries Spring Meeting, held in San Antonio, TX June 14-15. The panelists explored the problems between actuaries and IT people, how neither either understands the other's perspective, with frustrating results for both sides. But the speakers feel that, “with some tolerance and understanding, both can profit from the other's approach.” A theme in the discussion was that better communication will improve understanding. From the Record of the Society of Actuaries, Volume 30, No. 2.

Description: Discussion of effective communication. Topics included: 1. Characteristics of an effective communicator 2. How to make a presentation or write a report

Description: From a session at a meeting of the Society of Actuaries held in San Diego, CA, June 22-23, 2000 The instructor led participants in a discussion of examples of inappropriate communications and the impact on individuals and organizations. A model showing the relationship between perception and intent was demonstrated.

Description: This is the table of contents for discussions held at the New York City Meeting of the Society of Actuaries on April 30 - May 1, 1981.

Description: This paper lists the sessions held at the 1981 Ottawa Meeting of the Society of Actuaries for which no record was made, with names of those serving as leaders.

Description: Table of contents for first half of meeting of the Society of Actuaries held in Washington DC October 1992

Description: List of workshops and sessions from the 1982 spring meeting of the Society of Actuaries held in Colorado Springs, CO, for which no written record was made.

Description: This is a teaching session focusing on effective communication skills including the importance of listening, effective speech delivery, and effective writing skills. From Record of Society of Actuaries 1981, Vol. 7, No. 1.

Description: Presented at October 1996 Annual Meeting. This panel discusses their personal experience and how they have ventured into new and exciting careers using their actuarial knowledge and expertise.