Description: Come prepared for an engaging workshop where you will have the opportunity to share thoughts on and work through a variety of questions concerning how actuaries must adapt to account for newer underwriting and distribution practices. Seating will be limited for this workshop focused on life actuaries who price and set assumptions for products impacted by new underwriting tools and processes such as accelerated underwriting (AU) or direct-to-consumer (DTC) distribution.

Description: Advancements in machine learning modeling as well as new sources of data coming to the fore help feed the burgeoning industry of InsurTech applications in underwriting. By attending this session, you will learn about the latest developments in InsurTech applications in life/health insurance underwriting.

Description: We will share the latest research from the Actuarial Innovation and Technology (AIT) Strategic Research Program, with a focus on research relevant to health actuaries. Attendees will learn about leading-edge technology that has impacts on actuarial functions, both broad and specific innovations and breakthrough technology, and the resulting impacts.

Description: Presenters will explain how traditional distribution channels are being reshaped by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital platforms. Participants will gain insights into how these technologies are not only enhancing customer experiences, but also enabling insurers to reach new markets and demographics more effectively. A central theme is the importance of collaboration and breaking down silos within insurance companies. The session will be interactive featuring case studies showcasing both the triumphs and failures of innovative distribution initiatives. By dissecting these case studies, participants will glean valuable lessons on what works and what doesn't when attempting to bring about change in life insurance distribution. Attendees will learn to appreciate the challenges faced by distribution and how collaboration across departments - from underwriting to marketing to IT - can unlock new opportunities and drive significant growth in distribution strategies.

Description: This game-style session will test your knowledge on several topics related to Supplemental Benefits. Our panel of carrier representatives will offer a range of industry perspectives, and our live studio audience will learn new industry insights and have some fun!

Description: In this session, you will be exposed to new innovations in the insurance industry around the world.

Description: Dive into this review on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML) techniques for actuarial modeling for life & annuities. Presenters will showcase learnings from the recent SOA research paper "Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning – Practical Applications for Actuarial Modeling" (Nested Stochastic). The researchers will go over models and methodologies used to develop high-fidelity proxy models for various life & annuity applications.

Description: Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT will redefine the nature of work across industries in coming years, What does this mean for the actuarial profession? Delivering generative AI tools to actuaries capable of leveraging them effectively will dramatically modernize how actuaries work and contribute to organizational growth. In this educational session, explore how generative AI can accelerate actuarial model development. Gain an introduction to generative AI and its implications for actuarial modeling. Learn how it specifically helps actuaries improve accuracy, reduce errors and save time in model development. Then explore use cases, including how generative AI can improve data cleaning, model building, as well as simulate scenarios and test model robustness. Close with a discussion on how to integrate generative AI into actuarial modeling workflows effectively, including common challenges actuaries may face during implementation and tips to overcome them. You will come away with a deeper understanding of how generative AI can accelerate actuarial model development.

Description: Learn how modernization of data, models, and technology are influencing workflows. This webcast will address how workflows are changing in response to new regulatory requirements and the impacts the changes have on modeling and end-to-end future state operating models. Industry leading actuaries will discuss: How team collaboration can increase quality and speed of reporting to internal and external stakeholders How to strengthen controls and compliance frameworks across finance and actuarial departments How to modernize actuarial input/output for strategic analysis and insights How to attract and retain top talent by improving opportunities for actuaries There will also be dedicated time to ask questions of those who have made the transition.

Description: Attendees will learn how carriers and InsurTechs interact with private equity (PE), banks, and other investors who are increasingly interested in taking on traditional insurance risks. The introduction includes a review of recent large transactions, trends in InsurTech funding, and a primer on a typical transaction. There will also be a discussion amongst a panel of experts on the 'why' behind recent trends and future outlooks. Some specific questions we'll answer: Is this a good thing for the insurance industry? How are these trends impacted by interest rates? Where do actuaries fit in? How can a PE/bank investment be set up for success?