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Why Hiring Top Healthcare Talent Is More Competitive Than Ever (And How Employers Can Stay Ahead)
Hiring exceptional healthcare talent has never been simple, but for Chicago employers, today’s market brings a new level of competition. Health systems, insurers, consulting organizations, and other healthcare employers are competing for professiona…
A Summer of Actuarial Conferences: Takeaways from IABA 2026 and OLA Avanza 2026
This summer, some of the Ezra Penland team attended two of the actuarial profession’s most important gatherings. The International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA) Annual
How Senior Actuaries Can Evaluate Career Opportunities Beyond Salary
If you’re a senior actuary weighing career moves, this guide shows how to evaluate opportunities beyond the paycheck. You’re not just looking for a higher salary you’re seeking roles that fit your experience, offer meaningful growth, and align with …
Carrier, reinsurer or MGA? Choosing the P&C environment that fits your next move
Carrier, reinsurer, or MGA? There are various options for P&C actuaries who have a pricing focus and who would like to remain on the “industry”
Longevity, AI, and the Psychology of Decision-Making — Highlights from the SOA Health Meeting
Our team recently joined health actuaries from across the industry for the SOA Health Meeting in Washington, DC. Lauren Scalzo and Lauren McKee represented Ezra
Reinsurance, AI, and Leadership Lessons from Philadelphia: Highlights from the CAS Seminar on Reinsurance
Our team recently joined reinsurance professionals from across the industry for the CAS Seminar on Reinsurance in Philadelphia. Liz Ritchie and Thrishna Samaroo represented Ezra