Description: A summary of the MPD section's involvement with the 2013 SOA Annual Meeting.

Description: A look back over the past 3 years on the MPD council.

Description: Discusses the upcoming 20th Anniversary of the Leadership and Development Section and how some leadership topics are as valid today as they were 20 years ago.

Description: A real life situation is posed involving a management, leadership, or other business decision, and readers are invited to submit their responses to "What Would You Do?" This issue’s case study involved choosing between two actuarial candidates in a hiring decision.

Description: The true value of any leader is measured by how much they are able to accomplish through the work of their team. Actuaries in leadership roles are no different. But, to get the most out of your teams, leaders must first focus on building a high-performance culture. One that rewards measurable success and challenges everyone to reach farther all the time. There is no easy path to building a high-performance culture, but the benefits of a leader’s efforts will pay substantial dividends for the team, the leader, and the company. This series of articles is intended to educate leaders of large and small groups on how to build a high-performance culture and achieve outstanding results.

Description: Discussion of current goals and challenges for the Taxation Section.

Description: Adam Barnhart and Stephanie Moench, the co-charis of the new Health Community, announce the official community launch, which merges the former Long-Term Care and Health Section Councils into a single, unified group. The community aims to foster professional development through high-quality education, research, and collaborative networking for actuaries. To ensure a personalized experience within this large organization, members are encouraged to join one of more than 12 specialized subgroups. These groups offer focused discussions and expert insights via regular topic calls and private listservs. Under the new community model, members have flexible opportunities to contribute without needing to hold an elected position. Volunteers are sought for content creation (articles, podcasts, and webcasts), subgroup leadership, and industry research projects. Members can browse available subgroups and volunteer opportunities through the Society of Actuaries (SOA) website. By integrating these legacy sections, the Health Community strives to build a vibrant, innovative future for its members at every career stage.

Description: Join us as we launch the new Career Development Community—a dynamic framework that will support, connect, and inspire professionals at every stage of their actuarial journey. Discover how we’re building on the strengths of five former sections to deliver richer content, broader networking, and more opportunities for you to thrive. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to give back, your voice is essential in shaping our future. Dive in and help us create a vibrant, inclusive community—together!

Description: Redefining actuarial career readiness through experiential learning, leadership opportunities, and communication skills alongside rigorous technical training.

Description: An article summarizing the SOA Asia-Pacific Annual Symposium held June 12 - 13, 2024.