Description: This session will delve into the valuable lessons learned from recent accounting change implementation, covering both model and process optimization. Attendees will gain industry knowledge as we explore optimization decisions made by others, highlighting both successful strategies and areas for improvement. We will discuss key decision points throughout the entire actuarial process, including data manipulation, actuarial calculation engine, and post-model reporting.

Description: This session will discuss the existing and potential tax-favored opportunities for LTC insurance. It will use non-actuarial and actuarial tax experts to discuss the existing (and potentially non-controversial legislative possibilities) to deal with the impending societal issues associated with the baby boomers progressing towards a tidal wave of long-term care needs that will mostly be funded through a Medicaid system that will be unable to deal with it.

Description: This session will provide an update on regulatory changes and current hot topics in Bermuda. The speakers will update you on the most recent Bermuda regulatory reforms, including targeted enhancements to its regulatory capital framework, Own Risk and Insolvency Amendment (ORSA)/Commercial Insurer's Insolvency Self Assessment (CISSA) enhancements for climate risk assessment, and Bermuda corporate income tax changes to align with Global Minimum Tax.

Description: How are regulation and innovation intertwined? How do we regulate AI/ML in the insurance industry? We will cover how regulators are striking the balance between protection of their constituents and supporting innovation. We will zoom into the case of Predictive Analytics and the regulatory attempt at avoiding undue discrimination. Let's discuss what this really means.

Description: This session will review reinsurance fundamentals, risk assessment techniques, optimization strategies, and regulatory considerations through case studies and best practices. Attendees will gain insights into enhancing capital management, risk mitigation, and improving operating results, utilizing practical insights from both reinsurers and direct experience.

Description: The latest in a series of articles connecting the principles of Zen Buddhism to the working world of actuaries. This issue focuses on techniques for cultivating a gratitude mindset under all types of conditions - even stressful ones, in order to maintain equilibrium and harmony for a more productive workday.

Description: This article provides an overview of activities that should be considered by an actuary when validating a predictive model. It describes several components to consider when validating a predictive model and provides an examination of various methodologies that can be implemented in the validation process.

Description: Subtitle: My real-life connection to (almost) every supplemental product Data is king, but maybe it should be dethroned once in a while so we can better understand the "why" behind the data.

Description: The importance of exposure modelling from a climate analysis perspective.

Description: The importance of exposure modelling from a climate analysis perspective.