Member Newsletter
A Message From Your President
This month, David muses about his presidential year especially the middle - or the space between. He shares with you two significant projects that are underway; one that is just beginning and one that is nearing the end.
May 2024
- Membership News
- Education Spotlight
- CCA Community Digest
- Other Actuarial Association Opportunities
Membership News
The Space Between
The beginning began with a bang. The energy could be felt in the air. My term as CCA President had just begun. As we start our term, there is a palpable excitement, full of hope and expectation. But it is not long until we find ourselves where we are now, right in the middle of that year. No one dreams of the middle. We love the excitement of the beginning, the jubilation of the finish. However, most of our time is spent in the undreamed middle. And it is that very middle that provides the substance that gives shape to what bookends it.
Professional 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
Education Spotlight
2024 CCA Meetings & Conferences
Annual Meeting Save the Date
Plan on joining us in Marco Island, Florida October 27-30, 2024, for the Annual Meeting. Sessions will be held at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. Registration will open in June and the room block is now open – reserve your room now.
Professionalism Forum Save the Date
The CCA will hold a two-day, virtual Professionalism Forum again this year. Mark your calendars for December 3 & 5, 2024 and watch the monthly newsletter for details.
Upcoming Webinars
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:
- Input on non-qualified questions to include in the Orange Book
- CA to limit provider cost increases to 3%
- Search for assistance with a minimum value calculation project
- How To Present To An Audience That Knows More Than You article
- IRS 2025 Static Table Released
- Ann Orr named PBGC's Acting Director
- Actuarial Funding Policies and Practices for Public Pension Plans Exposure Draft Available for Comment
- Risk Sharing panel for the CCA Annual Meeting
- Plan Termination - GASB67/68 Layout
- 60 - 90 days notice for plan terminations
- Guidance on small plan questions
- Pension Compensation Spiking
- The problems with QDRO's and 401(k) Plans
New Leadership Interview Available
In the most recent edition of our Leadership Interview Series, CCA Past President Michael Clark interviews Andrew Peterson, Managing Director, International at the Society of Actuaries based in Schaumburg, IL. In his role Andy oversees the SOA’s activities outside of the US in advancing the actuarial profession through education and research. He works with the SOA’s Board to establish the organization’s international strategy and to oversee the work of volunteers and staff around the world. Hear about Andrew’s career journey, views on leadership, and SOA’s international strategy.
Public Plans White 2.0 Exposure Draft Request for Comments
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Actuarial Foundation
The Foundation provides free virtual math resources and tutoring, administers middle and high school academic competitions and funds scholarships.