Description: Cassie He and Linda Liu, two actuarial students, invite Mark Freedman, the President-Elect of SOA to share with us his experience as an actuary, the challenges and opportunities facing actuaries and the outlook for the profession as SOA president.

Description: A discussion of issues to consider in selecting and contracting with a PBM.

Description: A new FSA's take on what the designation means (and doesn't), and how to position your career to get the most value for your self and your company.

Description: Highlights of the SOA informal networking event held June 28 in Tokyo, Japan.

Description: An event to show future generations what an outstanding pioneer has accomplished to build a credible and prominent profile for actuaries in the public space.

Description: Discussion of ways direct marketers have beaten recessions in the recent past and suggestions for beating this recession.

Description: Includes new mission statement for Reinsurance Section and overview of draft practice note, Credit for Life Reinsurance in U.S. Statutory Financial Statements

Description: This article offers steps readers can consider taking when dealing with a negative boss.

Description: A look at the "The Power of Nice" by Ron Shapiro and how we can learn some important lessons from his work.

Description: Beyond technical skills, actuaries must be outstanding communicators and influences in order to maintain the critical roles they play within insurance organizations. Early career development is focused on building a strong technical and industry foundation. Once this foundation is in place, however, actuaries must quickly adapt to being submerged in a fast-paced, results-oriented business environment that requires the ability to communicate effectively and, more importantly, influence those around you. This article is intended to educate young actuarial professionals on key business influencing skills that will be beneficial in the near term as well as throughout their careers. The main focus is on influencing peers.