Description: It is now a recognized fact of life: even actuaries are at risk of being “downsized.” As unpleasant as it sounds, job elimination is something that we have to face as a significant risk exposure in our careers. But it is also true that many actuaries have come through the downsizing experience and emerged both wiser and stronger or for some of us, at least bigger if not better.

Description: The Actuary of the Future section sponsored three sessions at each of the 2005 Society of Actuaries Spring Meetings: the Life Meeting May 23-24, 2005 and the Health/Pension Meeting June 15-17, 2005, both of which took place in New Orleans.

Description: As part of the 2019 Disruptions to the Actuarial Profession Contest, this essay posits that the actuarial profession should respond to other fields encroaching on its space, particularly software development and data science, not by a defensive reaction to establish a boundary between fields but instead by a welcoming attitude that seeks to utilize expertise from other fields while maintaining the actuarial role of comprehensive risk management and its hard-earned professional trust.

Description: Discusses the various kinds of medical research being conducted that hold the promise of extending people's lives.

Description: Article from Actuary of the Future discussing the Actuarial program at the University of Iowa.

Description: Read the October 2020 issue of Actuary of the Future published by the Actuary of the Future Section. Newsletters provide practical information for the working actuary, articles on trends that impact sections and news about section activities.

Description: There are reasons for the retirement actuary to be optimistic about the future of our practice. There are reasons to believe that actuaries will play an increasingly large and valuable role in the retirement industry and there are significant opportunities for growth—from both an individual and a profession wide perspective— within the pension consulting field.

Description: The world is facing a complex and rapidly evolving landscape of risks that threaten global stability and prosperity. From escalating geopolitical tensions and trade conflicts to the looming specter of economic downturns and disruptive technological change, a perfect storm of emerging risks is challenging governments, businesses, and individuals alike. As the interconnected nature of our globalized world amplifies the potential impact of these risks, it has become increasingly crucial for decision-makers to understand and proactively address the multifaceted challenges that lie ahead. This article will explore some of the key emerging risks and their implications, offering insights to help navigate these turbulent times.

Description: The articles in this issue cover the alternate careers of risk management and personal actuary as well as on communication skills for actuaries.

Description: The Chairperson reviews the section council's focus on initiatives in two strategic areas—the career pioneer program and better meeting the needs of our section members.