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Press Releases

Society of Actuaries’ Retirement Risk Survey Finds Financial Shocks, Caregiving, Inflation and Technology as Top Retirement Concerns

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) Research Institute released initial findings from its biennial Retirement Risk Survey to gain insights into financial retirement risks and help improve financial planning strategies.

Society of Actuaries Releases 2024 Diversity Report

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) has released its 2024 Diversity Report. You're invited to explore the report and join in the ongoing journey toward a more diverse & inclusive profession. The report provides comprehensive data spanning 2021 through June 2024, offering valuable insights.

SOA Launches Professional Development Edge+

The SOA launched a new professional development product, Professional Development Edge+ (PD Edge+), at the 2024 ImpACT Conference. PD Edge+ is a subscription-based product with high-quality and dynamic professional development content.

Society of Actuaries Names New Recipients of James C. Hickman Scholars Program

The Society of Actuaries announced the six actuarial candidates named as SOA James C. Hickman Scholars. The Hickman Scholars Program provides stipends to doctoral candidates working on actuarial research and education, with this year being the first to include international candidates.

2024 SOA Elections Results: Announcing New 2024–2025 Board Members and President-Elect and Vice-Chair

The SOA announced the results of the 2024 Board of Directors Elections, with five new Board members elected and a new President-Elect and Vice-Chair for the 2024–2025 term. All elected Board members will begin their duties at the 2024 SOA ImpACT Conference at the end of October.

Behavioral Science in Life Insurance Focus of New Study from Society of Actuaries Research Institute

The Society of Actuaries Research Institute, in collaboration with Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated, a leading global life and health reinsurer, announced findings from new research on behavioral science for the life insurance sector. This research simulated online term life insurance purchasing to test behavioral science techniques.

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Board Announcements

October 2024 SOA Board of Directors Meeting Recap

The SOA Board of Directors convened October 26–27 to discuss strategic direction and updates. Key decisions comprised approving the strategic principles associated with the refresh of the strategic plan and approving 2025 essential initiatives.

Strategic Review of Governance Structure

The SOA Board of Directors is beginning an important new project to review aspects of the organization's governance structure. This initiative aims to ensure that the SOA’s governance framework is well-positioned to support the organization's long-term success and effective implementation of its strategic plan.

June 2024 SOA Board of Directors Meeting Recap

The SOA Board of Directors met in Baltimore, MD, June 22–23 to strategize and address key business initiatives. Topics included the refresh of the SOA strategic plan, artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the actuarial profession, growing the pipeline of actuarial candidates and members, and the evolution of the SOA’s professional interest sections.

March 2024 SOA Board of Directors Meeting Recap

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) Board of Directors (Board) gathered in Chicago March 16–17 for its first meeting of the year. Among key topics on the agenda were the FSA pathway evolution update, Board elections, strategic planning and the use of AI in the workforce.

FSA Modules Transitions Update

As announced in May of 2022, reductions in exam hours have been made to the SOA’s Fellowship tracks. At the same time changes to some of the FSA track modules were announced. Please read more for the update regarding the FSA module transitions.

Society of Actuaries Welcomes Inaugural Group of University-Earned Credit Participants

In supporting education efforts and the actuarial profession’s future, the Society of Actuaries (SOA) announced the 13 universities recognized for its University-Earned Credit (UEC) program.

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