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02/09/2012

Arriving at a Loss Ratio for Commercial Umbrella Web-Conference

03/01/2012

A Conversation with CAS Leadership

03/04/2012

Enterprise Risk Management and Modeling Seminar for CERA Qualification

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Go Above and Beyond - Volunteer!

Volunteers are the lifeblood of the CAS. Through their many activities, volunteers essentially direct all phases of CAS operations.

CAS and You: Overview & Opportunities for New Members

You know the CAS as the organization that has provided your development and learning opportunities through the examination process. Do you know the mission of the CAS, its history or governance structure? Are you familiar with the member services available from the CAS? At the 2011 CAS Spring Meeting Joanne Spalla and Pat Teufel provided this information and more. Here you will find information about the additional personal development and enrichment available through the CAS volunteer opportunities.

CAS and You: A Resource for CAS Leaders

Do you think a CAS leadership position may be in your future? Are you a Chair or Vice-Chair of a CAS Committee or Task Force? At the 2010 CAS spring meeting Joanne Spalla, Pat Teufel, and John Kollar explained the vital role that Chairs play in accomplishing the CAS’s operational and strategic objectives. You will learn where your role fits in the CAS governance structure and the secrets of getting things accomplished within the CAS.

Why Volunteer?

There are many reasons why people like you volunteer:

  • Expanding your abilities
  • Building a network
  • Influencing the course of the profession
  • And let’s not forget the sheer enjoyment of it

We're certain that one or more of these is a reason you will want to volunteer.

The "Above & Beyond Achievement Award" is an award where a member can nominate someone whom they feel has made great contributions to the CAS.

How to Volunteer

Here's what other volunteers have to say:

Cathi Neufeld, FCAS 1999, Actuary on Leave
"I left my job 6 years ago when I brought home my first child. I knew I would someday return to the workforce, so volunteering for the CAS seemed a perfect way to stay in touch with actuaries and the actuarial profession during my leave."
- Cathi Neufeld, FCAS 1999, Actuary on Leave


William Dove, FCAS 1993, Company Actuary "I had a few traditional CAS volunteering endeavors which did not provide me with as much satisfaction as desired, but I persevered. My volunteering began to pay off when I was contacted to serve on a special task force. The opportunity to work on a high profile project with 12 well-known actuaries and a short time frame to produce a white paper for the NAIC was inspiring. This led directly to volunteer opportunities writing a white paper on Insurance Industry Catastrophe Management and later to serve as chairman of a committee."
- William Dove, FCAS 1993, Company Actuary


Mary Jo Kannon, ACAS 1998, Company Actuary
"I encourage all "lifetime" Associates to get more involved - you might find something that interests you."
- Mary Jo Kannon, ACAS 1998, Company Actuary


Kevin Bingham, ACAS 1998, Consulting Actuary
"I strongly encourage anyone who hasn't tried volunteering to give it a shot. What may start out as a resume building opportunity for some, like me, may end up being one of the best experiences of a lifetime - where knowledge, relationships, and lifetime friendships are developed."
- Kevin Bingham, ACAS 1998, Consulting Actuary