Welcome to the Leadership & Development Section

This section is open to lifelong learners as well as those who are interested in improving their interpersonal skills and business savvy. Our goal is to provide tools for personal and career development; guidance to new and developing managers; educational opportunities that build leadership skills; and opportunities to network. In addition, we explore how to use technical knowledge in decision making.

Section members will enjoy The Stepping Stone.

This section will be rehomed into the Career Development Community beginning fall 2025. Find out more about the benefits of Communities.

The Stepping Stone

Please read about leadership from many different perspectives.

Young Professional Corner

The next installment of a recurring feature, full of relevant content by young professionals, for young professionals.

L&D and the SOA Competency Framework

The L&D Section strives to align our objectives with SOA's competency framework. Much of our mission statement traces directly with the competencies listed in this framework.

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Get Involved Through Leadership Positions

Sections are evolving into Communities beginning fall 2025, offering more ways to engage with like-minded peers. Shape activities and programs within your Community through leadership positions. Submit your expression of interest form for elected positions by May 23.

Section Leadership

See a full list of the Leadership & Development Section council members, including officers, council members, and staff.

Career Development

Do you know who is SOA's first female president? Click here to find out more about her journey.

Join us on LinkedIn

The L&D Section is now on LinkedIn! Join our group to share articles and discussion with like-minded professionals.

Remote Work for Actuaries—Strategies for Success

The COVID19 pandemic has forced actuaries into unique and challenging work situations. This report presents the results of the Leadership & Development Section’s survey on remote work from early summer 2020, and includes strategies for success from Shelley Webb and Ravi Bhagat.