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A Message From Your President
More Than Numbers: The Human Side of Actuarial Work
In this month's video Yi-Ling shares a personal reflection on the pride and meaning that comes from the actuarial profession. At its core, the work isn’t just about data—it’s about people. And that’s what makes it truly special.
September 2025
- Membership News
- Education Spotlight
- CCA Community Digest
- Other Actuarial Association Opportunities
Membership News
Bylaws Amendment Vote
Recently you were sent information by email asking you to vote on proposed Bylaws amendments. It's now time to vote. To learn more about the proposed revisions and to vote, visit the CCA website. Please submit your vote by October 14. If you have any questions please email the CCA staff, conference@ccactuaries.org or call 847-719-6500.
Learn More and VoteCongratulations Newly Elected and Re-elected Board Members
If you participated in the 2025-26 Board of Directors ballot, thank you! Six members have been elected to serve a three-year term. The following members will be serving their first three-year term: • Margaret S. Berger • William R. Hallmark • Justin N. Hornburg • Jeremy P. Olszewski The following members will be serving their second three-year term: • James Dolstad • Joshua Shapiro Board terms begin at the conclusion of the 2025 Annual Meeting.

New Leadership Interview Posted
In this month's Leadership Interview Series, past CCA president, Michael Clark, interviews Justin Hornburg, president of Justin Hornburg Consulting. Listen as Justin shares lessons from launching his own firm, the value of diverse experiences, and balancing technical work with business development. He explores practical uses of AI for coding, research, and projects—while stressing ethics and human oversight. On leadership, Justin offers a simple framework: respect the past, be realistic about the present, and stay optimistic about the future. He highlights how transparency, courage, and genuine care inspire trust and motivate teams. Packed with actionable insights, this conversation is a must for actuaries and aspiring leaders alike.
Listen nowEducation Spotlight

You're Invited!
I am excited about our 2025 Annual Meeting, which will be held Sunday, October 26 - Wednesday, October 29 in Las Vegas, NV at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. I am inviting you to experience with me the amazing agenda we have put together. We're excited about the opportunities to learn, connect and celebrate with our friends and colleagues. Be sure to register before the September 21 early deadline to get the lower registration fee. I hope to see you there! Josh Shapiro, Secretary, CCA Board of Directors

2025 Professionalism Forum | December 2 & 4 | Virtual
Attend the CCA's virtual Professionalism Forum December 2 & 4 and earn up to 6 hours of CPD Professionalism Credit. Sessions will explore the importance of documentation, Artificial Intelligence, the Code of Conduct and ASOP trivia. Registration now open.
Community Digest
Community Digest
CCA Communities are active forums for getting answers, sharing your concerns and taking actions to help shape the profession. Visit your communities to stay up to date and join the conversation. To join communities, visit your member profile.
Community Discussion
Communities discuss issues and share information that is relevant to the CCA membership. This month, discussion topics included:
- Final JBEA regulation eliminating physical presence requirement
- Multiplan/Claritev
- Employer demand to provide healthcare coverage to employees is price inelastic
- ChatGPT prompts
- Mental health benefits
- Continuing the conversation - Insights into Emerging Risk Trends
- Form 5310-A
To join in on discussion, join a community today.
Explore the New and Improved CCA Community Site!
We’ve upgraded the CCA Community Site — and it’s all about making your experience better, faster, and more connected.
Here’s what’s new and designed just for you:
- A Smarter Central Feed. See the latest activity across all your communities in one place. Like posts directly from your feed, check out reply counts, and follow discussions that matter to you.
- Easier Navigation. Your homepage now includes a My Communities list and a Followed Content section, so you can quickly jump to the topics and conversations you care about most.
- More Control, More Connection. Stay in the loop with improved tools that help you engage, share, and grow within your professional community.
Log in today and see how the new updates help you get even more out of your CCA community!
Other Actuarial Association Opportunities
The CCA is proud to support the efforts of organizations that invest in the professional development of actuaries, and strive to bring more people into and diversify the actuarial profession. Support provided by the CCA includes financial and/or in-kind contributions to the following organizations:
2025 NAWA Annual Meeting September 30 | 12 - 4:00 p.m. EST
The 2025 NAWA Annual Meeting will take place virtually on Tuesday, September 30, from 12:00–4:00 PM EST. This signature event is our annual opportunity to come together as a community, reflecting on our progress, celebrating our momentum, and setting the stage for the year ahead. Whether you’re a long-time member or newly engaged with NAWA, the Annual Meeting offers valuable insights and inspiration for everyone.
Register2025 NAWA Annual Meeting
September 30 | 12 - 4:00 p.m. EST
The 2025 NAWA Annual Meeting will take place virtually on Tuesday, September 30, from 12:00–4:00 PM EST.
This signature event is our annual opportunity to come together as a community, reflecting on our progress, celebrating our momentum, and setting the stage for the year ahead. Whether you’re a long-time member or newly engaged with NAWA, the Annual Meeting offers valuable insights and inspiration for everyone.
Here’s what to expect:
- A dynamic keynote speaker
- Timely and relevant sessions
- Leadership updates and strategic vision
- Opportunities to connect, contribute, and engage with fellow members

Abacus Actuaries
A network of aspiring, practicing, and former actuaries, working together through mentorship programs, networking and other professional development opportunities to break the bamboo ceiling so Asians can achieve equal representation in the highest ranks of the actuarial profession.
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International Association of Black Actuaries
The International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA) is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to increasing the number of successful Black actuaries through programs that address the underrepresentation of Blacks in the profession.
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Network of Actuarial Women and Allies
An organization committed to connecting and empowering women of all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, and life circumstances to be successful in the actuarial profession.
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Organization of Latino Actuaries
The Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA) provides exam support, scholarships, job search support, and an interactive network and pipeline of talented Latino students and actuaries.
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Sexuality and Gender Alliance of Actuaries
SAGAA’s purpose is to facilitate connections between LGBTQ+ actuaries and allies to engage in community-wide dialogue about LGBTQ+ issues. This group aims to create a safe space for dialogue, community, and career encouragement, while also educating the broader actuarial profession.
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The Actuarial Foundation
The Foundation provides free virtual math resources and tutoring, administers middle and high school academic competitions and funds scholarships.
DonateProfessional Resources
Past Issues
- Volume XXIX, Number 2, July 2017
- Volume XXIX, Number 1, March 2017
- Volume XXVIII, Number 2, October 2016
- Volume XXVIII, Number 1, April 2016
- Volume XXVII, Number 2, July 2015
- Volume XXVII, Number 1, March 2015
- Volume XXVI, Number 3, September 2014
- Volume XXVI, Number 2, May 2014
- Volume XXVI, Number 1, February 2014
- Volume XXV, Number 3, September 2013
- Volume XXV, Number 2, June 2013
- Volume XXV, Number 1, February 2013
- Volume XXIV, Number 3, September 2012