Description: At the conclusion of the session, attendees will be able to understand the potential for using global population health mortality and morbidity data in actuarial contexts. Using the Global Burden of Disease project as a resource, this session will discuss how novel population health research can be used to complement and fill in the gaps of existing input data sources for actuarial analysis and modeling. Presenters will share the latest academic research on the topics of demography, life expectancy, health-adjusted life expectancy, causes of death and disability, comprehensive disease incidence and prevalence metric, measures of disease burden for patients and populations, modifiable risk factors where there are opportunities to make interventions and improve health outcomes, and disparities between and within populations. This research is globally comprehensive and comparable between different markets and disease areas. The session will cover the motivation and purpose of GBD, a brief description of the models used, and dive deep on some selected use cases in actuarial contexts. Audiences will leave with: 1. Understanding challenges and opportunities in measuring disease burden comprehensively and consistently 2. Understanding relevant health metrics, including the drivers of future mortality and morbidity 3. Ideas for applications of epidemiological research in your work

Description: The session will start by looking at emerging trends in US population mortality improvement focusing especially on recent deviations from the traditional norms influenced by factors such as the prescription drug epidemic, aging populations, improvements in medical technology and socioeconomic differentiation. Explore the recently developed SOA Research Institute tool looking at US life insured mortality experience to see to what extent insights from the population view are present in insured mortality and how to make the best use of the tool. The session will conclude with observations on key points to keep in mind in your own understanding of mortality improvement development as well as engage the audience to gather your perspective.

Description: This session will focus on the topic of Bermuda Reinsurance: Operational Readiness for Changes. The presenters will examine the current state of the reinsurance industry in Bermuda and explore the operational strategies that companies must consider to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. The discussion will cover regulatory updates, and market shifts that are influencing the way reinsurance businesses operate. The presenters will also discuss operational capabilities and organizational structure to think about when designing a new entity.

Description: As artificial intelligence reshapes the actuarial landscape, this panel will explore the critical aspects of change management necessary for the successful integration of AI technologies. We will discuss how to effectively embrace AI in the workplace and address common challenges and resistance to change. Join us for an engaging discussion on navigating this transformative journey and empowering actuaries to harness the full potential of AI in their work.

Description: Many companies are facing challenges with their inforce UL business. These “distressed” or non-core blocks of business can be a drag on earnings, return on capital, and/or internal resources. With the pressures of today's marketplace, companies are seeking efficient strategies for managing these blocks. The good news is that strategies exist such that inforce UL business can be optimized with some attention. Learn about some options and levers companies have available to help manage these blocks.

Description: Table of Contents for the May 1999 Spring meeting of the Society of Actuaries

Description: View the Archive Spring 2022: GH Group and Health Design and Pricing Exam