A discussion of Risk and Risk Management from the perspective of an Insurance company risk manager. Insurers provide products that help everyone to manage their risks. Here you will hear Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph, actuaries from the global consultancy Actuarial Risk Management talk about the sorts of things that keep those insurance company risk managers up at night. Or at least they should.
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The Transaction ReportBreaking Down the Business of Sport.With decades of US and International media experience and a talent for spurring real and honest conversation, show host Steve Feuerstein takes us on a unique dive into the business of sport and the mind of the consumer. The Transaction Report explores extraordinary thinkers from Nobel laureates to CEOs, investment bankers to stadium owners, corporate sponsors to sports agents, back of the house number crunchers to elite data analysts, ...
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Inside the Commercial Mind of a 2x NFL Pro Bowler Kyle Rudolph: Maxing the Sports Sponsorship Relationship (Part 2)
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In Part 2 of this engaging episode, Kyle dives even deeper into the art of brand partnerships and the strategies that have shaped his career both on and off the field. We explore more about building win-win relationships, navigating complex negotiations, and creating a legacy beyond the game.By Steve Feuerstein, Host
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Marketing & Distribution Section: Emerging Risks and Their Implications on Marketing and Distribution with Max Rudolph and Tiana Zhao
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In this episode, we explore the rapidly evolving landscape of emerging risks and how they are impacting the world of marketing and distribution. From climate change and artificial intelligence to financial volatility and geopolitical landscapes, we'll dive deep into the key challenges and opportunities facing businesses today.…
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Young Professional Advisory Council: Navigating the Future: Insights from Insurtech Leader Blake Hill, FSA, FCIA
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Join us for another exciting episode of YPAC podcast as host Yisi Wang, FSA, CFA sits down with Blake Hill, FSA, FCIA, a distinguished leader in the insurtech industry. Discover the transformative power of technology in insurance, and the unique challenges and opportunities within the insurtech sector. Blake also shares invaluable career advice for…
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Championing Growth: How the LPGA is Redefining Women's Sports with Nicole Metzger
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This week on The Transaction Report sports marketing and media veteran Steve Feuerstein, CEO of SportsBiz , hosts Nicole Metzger, the dynamic Chief Sales and Partnerships Officer at the LPGA. In this engaging episode, Nicole shares her vision and strategy to drive the LPGA's growth through strategic initiatives and story-telling, aiming to double r…
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As winters grow milder and the global climate shifts, vector-borne diseases like Lyme and Zika are spreading to new regions. Join us as we delve into the science behind this expansion and explore the public health strategies essential for staying ahead of these threats. Another emerging risk podcast by Max Rudolph.…
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Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Austin Kang
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Host Nick Kocisak, ASA, is joined by Austin Kang, FSA, MAAA, CERA, to discuss the importance of being more than just a "number cruncher" as you fulfill your actuarial duties. Austin shares his experience working in the health consulting industry and provides lessons learned on how to leverage your actuarial background to gain trust and confidence w…
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Inside the Commercial Mind of a 2x NFL Pro Bowler Kyle Rudolph: Maxing the Sports Sponsorship Relationship
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Hosted by sports marketing and media industry veteran Steve Feuerstein, this week's episode of The Transaction Report welcomes Kyle Rudolph, former NFL superstar tight end of the Minnesota Vikings and Co-Founder of Alltroo. With a standout career as a tight end, Kyle shares his journey from rookie brand deals to major contract negotiations as well …
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The Actuarial Foundation: Math Motivators: Inspiring the Next Generation of Math
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In this podcast episode, Virginette Scott, The Actuarial Foundation’s Stem Stars/Math Motivators Program Specialist sets the spotlight on The Actuarial Foundation’s Math Motivators program. Virginette’s guests are Barry Jacobson, retired actuary and the visionary founder of Math Motivators, and Jill Geritano, the parent of a former and a current Ma…
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Build your strategic foresight with our latest Crossing Thin Ice episode "Scenario Planning in 10 Steps." Learn how you can use scenario planning to road test your strategies to ensure your organization is prepared for future challenges. Whether you're a seasoned risk manager or new to scenario planning, this episode offers valuable insights to enh…
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Inside an Olympic Deal: A Sports Marketing Masterclass
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Join us on The Transaction Report as sports marketing and media veteran Steve Feuerstein, CEO of SportsBiz, hosts Patrick Talty, President of Indiana Sports Corp. With a distinguished career that includes leadership roles at WWE and U.S. Bank Stadium, Patrick shares insights from his transformative work in sports event management and community impa…
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From Actuary to CFO - The Journey to a Non-Traditional Actuarial Role
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In this podcast episode, Jonas Brobbey hosts Elizabeth Dietrich FSA, CERA, MAAA, who takes us through her career journey from Actuary to CFO and provides actionable tips on navigating and forging a successful career as an Actuary.
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Beyond Innovation: The Making of Today’s WNBA: Revealing Conversation With 4x Champion Ted Johnson of the Timberwolves and Lynx
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In this episode of The Transaction Report, host Steve Feuerstein welcomes Ted Johnson, Founder and Principal of Norden Strategies. With over 30 years of experience and a remarkable career at the Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx, Ted shares his insights on leading transformational projects, innovative branding, and award-winning efforts in sports marke…
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Is there a Place for Zero Cash Flow Assets? Whether a product of today’s added complexity or a result of the recent reach for yield when rates are low, more assets are being held by insurance companies with irregular or deferred cash flows. Some find this a natural progression, while others never find it appropriate. The answer is somewhere in the …
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Health Section: Continuous Medicaid Unwinding: What’s Next for the Health Care Markets in 2024?
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After being in effect for over three years, the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) expired in May 2023. From the start of the PHE, state Medicaid programs applied continuous coverage (or non-termination) requirements to access additional federal matching funds provided through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The Consolidate…
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Sports Marketing Innovation from Playfly Sports’ Newly Minted CEO, Craig Sloan
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Hosted by sports and media industry veteran Steve Feuerstein, this week's episode of The Transaction Report welcomes Craig Sloan, the newly minted CEO of Playfly Sports. With over 20 years of experience in sports media and advertising, Craig shares his vision and strategies for revolutionizing sports sponsorship and marketing.…
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The Phoenix Suns Sponsorship Playbook: Decoding Sports Marketing
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The Sponsorship Blueprint: Partnerships are About a Promise with the Goal Being Infinite Host Steve Feuerstein talks with Dan Costello, EVP & Chief Revenue Officer of the Phoenix Suns, and Bill Sutton, one of the nation’s leading experts in the business of sports. They explore how the Phoenix Suns and their partners are navigating the evolving spon…
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Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Taylor Pickett
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Join host Nick Kocisak, ASA and guest Taylor Pickett, FSA, MAAA for a discussion of the importance of leveraging foundational actuarial principles and communicating effectively when working in innovative areas of the profession. Taylor shares his experience working with accelerated underwriting programs around the industry and provides insights int…
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We are all overconfident. Sometimes Overconfidence is what is needed to get out of bed in the morning. In an insurance company it is often the chief risk officer's duty to look out for overconfidence. In an unusual twist, this podcast addresses overconfidence of chief risk officers and what they can do about it. By Dave Ingram…
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Winning off the Court: Elite Athlete Endorsements & Social Impact Strategies
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In this episode of The Transaction Report, Steve Feuerstein and Joanne Pasternack discuss the challenges and considerations of athlete brand endorsements and social impact. They delve into the authenticity of endorsements, the potential for oversubscription with too many brands, and the importance of creating meaningful connections and positive com…
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Young Professional Advisory Council: Evolution of Technology: A Journey Through Time
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Join us for a conversation that journeys from the 1980’s to today, exploring how technology along with the nature of actuarial work has evolved. On this podcast, Bill Sayre, FSA (an actuary with decades of experience) will take Shang Xu, FSA (a Gen Z actuary) into the past, examine how the nature of actuarial work changed with the advancements in t…
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Andrew Zimbalist: Podium to Payoff - Olympic Sponsorship Insights
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Steve Feuerstein and Andrew Zimbalist discuss the intricacies of corporate sponsorship in major sporting events, particularly focusing on the Olympic Games. They delve into the financial implications, the impact of political turmoil, and the challenges posed by changing climates on future host cities. Zimbalist also shares his skepticism about the …
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Andrew Zimbalist: Dollars and Sense - The Unsustainability of Hosting the Games
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Economist Andrew Zimbalist discusses the evolving landscape of hosting the Olympics, highlighting the escalating costs and decreasing interest from cities in hosting the games. He explains how the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has adapted to these challenges by implementing reforms aimed at reducing costs and encouraging sustainability. Zim…
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The Power of AI to Revolutionize Actuarial Work
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Explore with us how AI is poised to transform the actuarial landscape. We interview Dan Kim, an actuary pioneering AI innovation to streamline research and enhance efficiency. He delves into the challenges of AI hallucinations and bias, highlighting the need for transparency and accuracy. This episode uncovers the exciting potential and critical co…
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Emerging Topics Community: Cyber Insurance: Evolution, Trends, and Risk Mitigation Strategies
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In this podcast Joe Alaimo interviews Rahul Nawab, SVP, Analytics at EXL to discuss cyber insurance evolution, risk mitigation, and emerging trends. They explore emerging trends, adaptive strategies, data analytics, and insurer innovations in cyber insurance and risk mitigation.
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Health Section: Saudi Women in Actuarial Field
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In this episode, Dave Dillon has a conversation with Ashwag Alzahrani; Saudi Arabia’s First Female FSA.
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You must walk the walk and not just talk the talk. Strong Risk Management culture means that words and actions are also consistent with beliefs. By Dave Ingram. We would like to know what you think about a set of 30 Risk Culture Beliefs that we have observed. Please take our totally anonymous survey about RISK BELIEFS. We have been sharing discussi…
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Upward Calculations: Navigating Success through Managing Up
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Join us for a conversation dedicated to helping actuaries navigate the complexities of “managing up” in their profession. On this podcast, Tasha Boland, FSA and Morgan Zuidema, FSA will delve into practical strategies and insights for building effective relationships with managers, understanding leadership styles, and achieving career growth within…
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Financial Reporting Section: Demystifying Regulatory Bodies and Rating Agencies (Part 2): NAIC
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In the next installment in a series to further explore and differentiate the regulatory bodies and rating agencies overseeing the insurance industry, this podcast presents a conversation with Fred Anderson, Chief Life Actuary for the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Fred describes his role as the Chief Life Actuary for the state as well as the int…
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Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Mike McPhee Anderson
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Join new host Nick Kocisak, ASA, and Mike McPhee Anderson, FSA, to learn about Mike's unique educational background and the importance of data science know-how in the actuarial world. In this episode, Mike discusses some advantages of continuing education and dispels data science "dirty words" like Poisson distribution and decision tree in hopes th…
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Health Section: Gene and Cell Therapy Basics
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In this episode, Dave Dillon discusses some basics of gene and cell therapies with Marnie Bute of AON and Kristi Bohn of RGA, including a summary on the science, costs, as well as network and coverage concerns.
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Emerging Topics Community: What Are the Chances We Will Lose More Than $1 Million?
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In this episode Joe Alaimo interviews Joan Barret, Achilles Natsis and Tony Pistilli to discuss total risk analysis, a technique that provides a consistent methodology for answering questions like “what are the chances we will lose more than $1 million?”
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The leading risk in the 2024 survey is Cybercrime. From phishing scams to ransomware attacks, cybercriminals are constantly evolving, posing new threats to individuals, businesses, and governments alike. Consistently ranked #1 or #2 in the annual Dangerous Risks survey, learn why we think that Cybercrime is here to stay. By Dave Ingram And here is …
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Long Term Care Section: Mike Bergerson and the M&A Webcast on May 23
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Roger Loomis gets to know Mike Bergerson and learns about the upcoming webcast “LTC M&A—Are the Floodgates Opening?” The webcast is on May 23rd 2024 from 12:00 to 1:15 PM ET. Please register here: https://www.soa.org/prof-dev/webcasts/2024-ltc-floodgates/
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Health Section: Weight Loss Management Drugs
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Listen as host Jackie Lee discusses GLP-1s and their role in Weight Loss Management, with Tyler Engel. They discuss how these drugs are being used and what actuaries should consider when assessing their costs and implications.
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Feedback loops are increasingly seen as important in climate projections. Melting permafrost is expected to accelerate warming of the planet and release pathogens unknown to us today. By Max Rudolph.By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph
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Emerging Topics Community: Return to Trees, Part 4: Gradient Boosting Machines
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In the final episode of this mini-series, Shea and Anders cover the other common tree-based ensemble model, the Gradient Boosting Machine. Like Random Forests, GBMs make use of a large number of decision trees, but they use a “boosting” approach that cleverly makes use of “weak learners” to incrementally extract information from the data. After an …
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The Actuarial Foundation: Math Competitions - Developing Mathletes
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Nichole Semprit, The Actuarial Foundation Senior Program Specialist and Channy Cornejo, AP Calculus and AP Statistics Instructor at Santa Teresa High School discuss how the Foundation math competitions, Modeling the Future Challenge and The Hardest Math Problem Student Contest help students expand their skills, build confidence and win college scho…
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Listen in as host Jackie Lee talks with Joan Barrett about the recent research paper, “Calculated Risk: Driving Decisions Using the 5/50 Research.” The discussion and report will help you answer key questions like “what are the chances we will lose more than $1million.”
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Young Professional Advisory Council: Unique Actuarial Career Journeys: Not All Paths to Becoming an Actuary are Linear
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Join us for another exciting YPAC podcast as host Shawn Stender, FSA, MAAA, discusses unique actuarial career journeys with Lana Marozava, ASA, CERA, and Joe Long, ASA, MAAA. This podcast will shed light on the numerous different paths that young professionals can take on their journey to become an actuary. Whether that means changing careers from …
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Four scenario examples leading to Regime Change from Neil Howe, Ray Dalio, Peter Zeihan and the IPCC show us how widely the disruptions can differ while consistently ending up with a big regime change in our near-term future. Part 2 of a four-part series. By Dave Ingram and Max RudolphBy Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph
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Actuary of the Future: Launching Your Actuarial Career: Frank Yeager
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Join Frank Yeager, FSA and Chris Smith, ASA for an insightful discussion about leadership, the future of actuarial consulting, and the value of strong relationships. Frank shares his advice for aspiring and early-career actuaries gleaned over the course of a two-decade long career at Mercer that has culminated in his latest role as US Health Actuar…
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Health Section: Leadership Series: Tim Rozar
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Listen as host Jackie Lee talks with SOA President and Chair, Tim Rozar. They discuss Tim’s actuarial and volunteer background and the SOA’s goals for the year to come. Be sure to check out Tim’s Presidential address here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BG0AhwX6Ic
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Product Development Section: Promises and Risks of Emerging Data in Insurance
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Podcast on the industry adoption of emerging data sets across the insurance value chain. The participants include recognized leaders from business, regulation, legal, and innovation. The discussion covers current adoption practices, business opportunity, regulatory and legal considerations.
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Emerging Topics Community: Return to Trees, Part 3: Random Forest
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Building on the discussion of individual decision trees in the prior episode, Shea and Anders shift to one of today’s most popular ensemble models, the Random Forest. At first glance, the algorithm may seem like a brute force approach of simply running hundreds or thousands of decision trees, but it leverages the concept of “bagging” to avoid overf…
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When rates recently spiked it surprised many with direct and indirect implications. The market value of bonds decreased, and the price of replacement parts for autos increased. There are three ways that insurers can be affected by higher rates. Looking at past events help to prepare for similar tail events in the future. By Max Rudolph.…
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Health Section: Actuaries Discuss Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
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Dave Dillion and Bryon Robidoux discuss the book Dare to Lead, which was the Joint Risk Management and Leadership & Development Sections book club selection for December. They discuss what it means for managers to be vulnerable. How to give and receive feedback from both a manager’s perspective and the direct report perspective. The end the podcast…
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Young Professional Advisory Council: Professionalism – The Code and Beyond
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What is professionalism? Is it just following the law? The code/rules of professional conduct? Is it more than both of those? Listen to our podcast where YPAC member Patrick Samborsky, ASA, MAAA discusses professionalism with Charly J Pazdor, FSA retired, who has written about professionalism for The Actuary magazine as well as being a course direc…
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Dangerous Risks 2024: Return to Normal Concerns
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The 2024 survey sees respondents react to recent increases in specific risks as technology evolves and the environment moves away from the pandemic. The top 4 risks are the same as those seen in 2019. By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph.By Dave Ingram and Max Rudolph
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Emerging Topics Community: Return to Trees, Part 2: Single Decision Trees
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Shea and Anders dive into tree-based algorithms, starting with the most fundamental variety, the single decision tree. We cover the mechanics of a decision tree and provide a comparison to linear models. A solid understanding of how a decision tree works is critical to fully grasp the nuances of the more powerful ensemble models, the Random Forest …
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Join host Jackie Lee and guest Colby Schaeffer as they delve into the recent SOA research paper, “Modeling the Impact of the Great Unwinding on State Medicaid Programs.” They explore the model presented in the research paper and discuss the societal and actuarial implications of the Great Unwinding. Tune in to learn more about this important topic.…
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