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Lillian Reyes Camacho is a senior analyst in Chicago.

Unity in Action

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. What began as a week-long recognition in 1968 under President Lyndon…

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Leading With Authenticity

I’ve known Alex Zaidlin, FSA, MAAA, for more than two decades. We both grew up in Toronto, studied Actuarial Science at the University of Toronto, and…

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Long-Term Thinking, in Focus

Typically celebrated in May, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month is often a time to celebrate food, culture a…

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Insights: Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month is a time to honor those who’ve paved the way for others while carving their own unique paths. To me, Katrina Lee-Kwen, FSA, FCI…

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The Geography of Belonging

A simple remark during an editorial meeting caught me off guard: “Liz, did you know I’m the Chicago lead for the IABA (International Association of Bl…

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Teddy’s Takeaway

As we celebrate Black History Month, stories of resilience, determination, and trailblazing success speak louder when they come from within our own co…

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From Markov Chains to AI

For The Actuary’s focus on Black History Month, I’m pleased to share the story of Dr. David Blackwell, one of the great mathematical geniuses of the 2…

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually to honor the rich history, diverse cultures, and significant contributions of Latino/a/x and Hispanic com…

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Celebrating Pride Month

Craig Chu, FSA, EA, MAAA, FCA As Pride Month unfolds, it is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community in various fields, i…

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Inclusion in Retirement Planning

As U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reporting shows, the actuarial profession, with more than 30,000 people employed in 2023, projects demand for…

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