Description: InsurTech continues to significantly influence the insurance industry even though there is an economic downturn. For insurtechs focused on profitability and efficiency, the landscape of opportunity looks more favorable. By attending this session, attendees will learn the current trends in InsurTech in a variety of lines of insurance.

Description: With a quickly changing set of actuarial tools and practices emerging through artificial intelligence, technology regulations, Actuarial Standards of Practice, and more, it’s important to learn and discuss how to maintain professionalism in actuarial work and in consideration of the SOA Code of Conduct. Come to this session to learn about a variety of emerging topics, discuss case studies, and interact with other attendees to share your perspectives on maintaining a professional approach to valuation topics.

Description: #1 Best Selling Author and Keynote Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in 55 countries and reached 50 million people. His Socialnomics work has been on 60 Minutes to the Wall Street Journal and used by the National Guard to NASA. His book Digital Leader propelled him to be voted the 2nd Most Likeable Author in the World behind Harry Potter’s J.K. Rowling. What Happens in Vegas Stays on YouTube helped Qualman be listed by Forbes and Fortune as a Top 100 Digital Influencer. His business books are used in over 200 universities and he has received an honorary doctorate for his groundbreaking work. How to Sell on LinkedIn is becoming mandatory reading for sales teams. Qualman was formerly a sitting professor at Harvard & MIT’s edX labs. Qualman is also the inventor of the bestselling board game Kittycorn.

Description: Session 7H: High Road Leadership

Description: Have you ever wondered why some people are the focus of everyone’s attention the moment they walk into a room? Executive Presence is the set of qualities that enables an individual to command respect, inspire confidence, and influence others. In fact, Executive Presence sets successful leaders apart from others. It includes a range of skills and behaviors including effective communication, leadership, vision, and managing your emotions. In this session we will explore the key elements of Executive Presence and discuss strategies for developing the skills necessary to enhance your own presence. We will cover topics such as delivering results, accountability, problem-solving, and seeing the big picture. The session will provide practical tips and examples to help you strengthen your Executive Presence as you continue to grow your career and reach your professional objectives.

Description: Most, if not all of us have experienced a time when we were involved in a conversation that made us uncomfortable. Presenters will share tools and tips to facilitate difficult situations or conversations and include a framework for discussing challenging topics. Attendees will explore ways to utilize emotional intelligence to share information and feedback in a kind, caring way.

Description: Actuarial leaders are continuing to adapt to fully remote and hybrid environments, while also evolving their strategies to accommodate shifting needs and increase retention as the war for talent intensifies. In order to build engaged and future-focused teams that are loyal in the long-term, leaders must refine their management approach and be intentional about helping employees build relationships, connect to culture and lean into their futures with the organization. Listen as panelists share their insights on the role professional development plays in retention and ways they've effectively supported their own employees' growth and advancement to build long-term loyalty.

Description: Court is in session and you are the jury! Follow along as challenging aspects of actuarial professionalism are explored in a court-like setting. Deliberate based on what you already know from your own experience as well as what you learn in this session, and then deliver your verdict accordingly. New cases will be developed for this meeting. If you attended in the past, plan on joining again as we will have new material for discussion. Who says learning about actuarial professionalism can't also be fun?

Description: In discussing the contemporary reactions to this regulation, as well as how EU-based insurance firms adapted to the shift, this segment will invite us to question our assumptions on the role of gender-based pricing in the future of the industry. In the latter half of the presentation, we will delve into the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals when accessing life, health, and auto insurance.

Description: Explore the findings from the research paper recently released by Milliman and the SOA, highlighting the growing need for support of informal/family caregivers. We will discuss both quantitative and qualitative data that illustrates not only the cost and burgeoning need, but the mental/emotional stressors that come along with this work.