Description: Find out how actuaries can use the principles of microservices, which are fundamentally important for improving outcomes for actuarial modernization initiatives. This presentation is NOT worried about Mmcroservices technology itself, but, microservices have properties that actuaries can mimic and replicate to make business processes be more efficient, more timely, and easier to maintain and govern. Focus on how you can incorporate software engineering concepts into help solving actuarial problems without concerning yourself with software engineering technology.

Description: You will be reminded how to spot and avoid statistical biases and fallacies that are common to health care actuarial data and problems. We plan to explain various statistical biases and fallacies and for each show one or two examples of how they might pop up in healthcare data and what strategies can be used to avoid/account for them. Likely topics include simpson's paradox, regression to the mean, base rate fallacy, sampling bias, survivor bias, Berkson's fallacy, and others.

Description: Amid ongoing virtual work environments and shifting employee expectations, finding a way to provide a desirable and engaging employee experience has become a priority for many leaders. A positive work culture, growth opportunities, a sense of connection and belonging, and ongoing communication all play a role in driving success for professionals of all levels, tenures and locations. In this session, esteemed panelists will explore key elements and best practices for shaping an employee experience that keeps teams engaged and connected throughout the entire employment lifecycle, resulting in a productive and fulfilled workforce where team members feel valued and motivated.

Description: Actuaries are well-known for their strong technical skills-in particular, their ability to analyze complex information, draw logical conclusions, and develop solutions to improve business results. In order to maximize their impact, however, actuaries must pair strong technical skills with excellent communication skills. As their careers advance, the actuary's audience continues to broaden to include non-actuarial professionals from a variety of disciplines, senior executives, and customers. They must learn to communicate effectively with any audience that they are faced with. They must be able to make a compelling case for their point-of-view in a simple and succinct fashion. This highly interactive workshop is designed for actuaries at various levels to learn how to improve their communication skills by actively participating via polling and open forums.

Description: Explore insights to non-traditional actuarial roles from a panelist with experiences in data science, finance and entertainment. The panelist will be sharing their perspectives on their non-traditional actuarial role in relation to the actuarial profession.

Description: Join us as we speak with senior actuaries who have built successful careers and have extensive experience working in a wide range of actuarial fields. The panelists will share their knowledge and experience, as well as the challenges and opportunities they have encountered while transitioning into management roles. Their leadership reflections, best practices, and tips and tricks will provide insight to those looking to further develop their career goals and navigate today’s work environment.

Description: This session will examine bias from a social science perspective. It will discuss the three types of systemic biases using the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) model. The NIST model details the three types as historical bias, societal bias, and institutionalbias. The session will also provide several examples of each type to provide a framework for identifying the social structure of bias.

Description: The regulatory and market dynamics of the ACA's second decade are more predicable than the first. Come hear the latest information from industry experts on the emerging trends in ACA marketplaces. You'll also discover an understanding about emerging federal and state policy that will have pricing and financial implications. Finally, you'll get to learn what actuaries need to know to be well prepared for actuarial practice in the ACA's second decade. Key learning objectives include: - Comprehending the historical dynamics in the ACA's first decade which will shape the future - Understanding the changing national premium landscape for 2024, the 11th year of ACA marketplaces - Having a strong grasp on how the ACA's second decade will differ from the first from an actuarial perspective

Description: Learn to build an element of international exposure into your career. International assignments are incredibly varied, some of which include covering international issues from a home-country post, to short-term assignments abroad, longer postings abroad, or building a lengthy career in your country or country different from your home. Our panelists are from a variety of countries of origin, career stages, and practice areas and will share their experiences and field questions.

Description: Explore concepts related to self-awareness, social awareness, self-management and relationship management. Go beyond understanding what emotional intelligence (EQ) is to discover how to use it to build skills that enhance intelligence, education and experience to more quickly and consistently reach personal and professional goals.