Member Newsletter
A Message From Your President
Exploration Matters
This month CCA president, Rob Reiskytl, was inspired by the recent Artemis II mission, he highlights the power of exploration—both in space and within the actuarial profession. Like space travel, actuarial work requires precision, curiosity, and the ability to see challenges from new perspectives. He encourages members to adopt a growth mindset, viewing change and uncertainty as opportunities to learn and expand.
April 2026
- Membership News
- Education Spotlight
- CCA Community Digest
- Other Actuarial Association Opportunities
Membership News
New Leadership Interview Posted
In this month’s Leadership Interview, CCA Past President Michael Clark sits down with Anthony Lucero – Senior Associate at WTW in San Diego and Board member of the Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA). Hear Anthony discuss his career journey, leadership, and his involvement with OLA.
Member Spotlight: Lee Gold
Meet your fellow member, Lee Gold, a retirement actuary with Mercer in Denver. He describes discovering the profession through a family friend who nurtured his love of math. He highlights the relationships he’s built through the CCA, the mentorship of Don Fuerst, and the deep personal and professional lessons. He defines success as the accumulation of small daily acts, values problem solving as the heart of consulting, and shares advice for future actuaries to pursue exams early and embrace continuous learning
Award Submissions Deadline: June 1, 2026
Annually, the CCA recognizes actuaries who go above and beyond to make a difference in their communities and workplaces. Help us recognize and honor your peers this year for their outstanding contributions. Nominate your fellow CCA members for one of these four awards.
In Memoriam
Since the publishing of the last member newsletter, the CCA has learned of the passing of two members: David A. Royce and Chad M. Little. We extend our deepest sympathies to the families, friends and colleagues of our peers.
Artificial Intelligence Survey Overview
Thank you to everyone who participated in the February AI survey. Results show members are shifting from curiosity to active AI use, especially for report writing, process improvement, and generating insights. Confidence in applying AI in client facing work is still developing, though all respondents reported using AI in 2026—up from 2025. Key challenges include limited time, knowledge gaps, and uncertainty around emerging tools. Members expressed strong interest in building AI literacy, gaining hands on experience, and seeing practical actuarial applications. Real world demonstrations and webinars were top learning preferences. These insights will guide future AI Committee programming and resources.
Education Spotlight
Save the Date!
Plan on joining us in Scottsdale, Arizona October 25-28, 2026, for the Annual Meeting. Sessions will be held at the Westin Kierland.
2025 Annual Meeting Session Summaries
For your reference, several of the 2025 Annual Meeting sessions have been summarized and are available on the website.
We’re planning for the future — your perspective matters.
As the CCA Board of Directors looks ahead to future Annual Meeting locations (2031 and beyond), they want to better understand your preferences, priorities, and what makes a location most valuable for you. Your feedback will help inform Board decisions about where the CCA hosts Annual Meetings in the years to come. The survey takes just a couple minutes to complete and covers topics like travel preferences, accessibility, overall experience, and more. Thank you in advance for sharing your insights. Your input helps ensure our meetings continue to deliver meaningful experiences.
New Paper Published
An Actuarial Perspective on Decumulation Risks: How to Utilize Home Equity to Mitigate Spike Expense
Research shows that timing matters significantly, as unexpected costs during downturns can accelerate asset depletion. Strategies that incorporate home equity may help mitigate these risks. Ongoing research continues to explore how better modeling of these factors can strengthen retirement income planning.
Enrolled Actuaries Conference Registration Now Open
Registration is now open for the largest gathering of Enrolled Actuaries. You won’t want to miss this premier virtual conference planned by actuaries for actuaries! Participate in sessions that are thought-provoking and actionable with practical applications. Knowledgeable presenters deliver high-quality, relevant content at this conference that is not only interesting - it is engaging and interactive!
Leadership Seminar Virtual | September 15-17, 2026
Build the skills and mindset to lead with confidence through this virtual seminar. Designed for both emerging and experienced actuaries, this experience helps you strengthen your executive presence, deepen emotional intelligence, and enhance self-awareness.
2026 Webinar Series Subscriptions Available
To keep you at the forefront of late-breaking issues while meeting your continuing education requirements, CCA is offering 20 engaging and highly relevant webinars in 2026. The webinar series covers three broad topical areas: cross discipline, healthcare and retirement and each category will cover professionalism topics.
Thank You Enrolled Actuaries Conference Sponsors
Healthcare Meeting Concludes
Thank you attendees, program committee and presenters
A special thanks to the Healthcare Meeting program committee for planning and delivering a successful, thought-provoking meeting. The two-day, eight session meeting covered a wide range of topics such as artificial intelligence, pharmacy, Medicare, cost trends, and more.
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:
- IBNR reports
- PBGC Opinion Letter Program
- Plan termination - Union issues
- BenefitsPro Broker Expo
- Interesting LinkedIn post about "leaning on" AI
- Kirby Smart: The cost of great leadership
- Zone Certifications - Electronic Form 15315
Upcoming Community Events
Women in Consulting Community Lunch and Learn
May 5 12:00 p.m. CT
The Relationship Quotient measures an individual’s ability to build, maintain, and sustain high-quality, trusting relationships in both personal and professional contexts. Come join the Women in Consulting Community as they discuss how to discover and nurture your RQ to help improve career advancement, increase networking, and enhance life satisfaction. This will be the first in a series of discussions throughout 2026. Register
Leadership Development Community Podcast Club
May 5 2:00 p.m. CT
Join us for a Leadership Development Podcast Club. During this interactive discussion, we will discuss the article How to Manage an Insecure Leader. Register
Public Plans Community Open Forum
May 7 3:00 p.m. CT
Join the Public Plans Community in a virtual open forum as we discuss recent issues and developments in the public plans practice area. This interactive discussion allows you to connect with your colleagues and share best practices and ideas. While this event is coordinated with the virtual Enrolled Actuaries Conference all community members are welcome, even if not registered for the Enrolled Actuaries Conference. Register
Multiemployer Plans Community Call
May 7 1:00 p.m. CT
Join the Multiemployer Plans Community in a virtual open forum as we discuss recent issues and developments in the multiemployer practice area. This interactive discussion allows you to connect with your colleagues and share best practices and ideas. While this event is coordinated with the virtual Enrolled Actuaries Conference all community members are welcome, even if not registered for the Enrolled Actuaries Conference. Register
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.
Learn More
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.
Donate
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.
Donate
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.
Learn More
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