All Volunteer Groups

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At the end of September, CAS Volunteers and Staff Chairs will review all submissions to confirm group participation for the coming year.

Actuarial Review Working Group

Working Group

Description

AR Working Group members assist CAS staff with copyediting and writing submissions for Actuarial Review, the CAS bimonthly magazine, and consult and decide on content and editorial policy.

Frequency of Meetings:
Other

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 30 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Review and offer edits to both manuscript and layout versions of Actuarial Review, making sure content is both actuarially sound and has proper grammar, spelling and puctuation following Associated Press style.
  • Attend meetings twice a year to discuss processes, procedures, content, and policy.
  • Actuarial Review Writing Subgroup Members are expected to attend meetings every other month to dicuss and assign writing assignments.

Admissions Governance Committee

Board Committee

Description

The Admissions Governance Committee is a committee of the Board of Directors established to oversee & support the effective functioning of Admissions in alignment with Board strategy and oversee initiatives for current and future certification products and determine their potential impact on growth, retention, and travel time.

Africa Regional Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Africa Regional Working Group facilitates the growth of CAS candidates, associates, fellows, and affiliates in the emerging actuarial markets in Africa that have been prioritized by the International Council. Members utilize their actuarial skills, knowledge of African insurance markets, and cross-cultural awareness to contribute to strategic initiatives that strengthen the presence of the CAS in the Africa region.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Build and strengthen relationships with universities in priority markets, connecting with professors and administrators to expand participation in the CAS International University Recognition Program. Represent the CAS at student events, most often through virtual presentations, to inspire future actuaries to pursue careers in general insurance and follow the CAS credentialing pathway. Increase student engagement with CAS Student Central and summer programs by actively promoting opportunities, connecting students to resources, and serving as summer program mentors.
  • Forge and nurture partnerships with GI employers in target markets, articulating the value of the CAS brand and capturing actionable insights on employer needs and perceptions to inform CAS strategies.
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic connections with local actuarial associations, regulators, and other influential organizations to expand CAS’s reach and impact in the region.
  • Lead and support the development, customization, and delivery of CAS presentations, webinars, and events that effectively engage African actuaries and insurance professionals to advance CAS objectives in the region.
  • Actively promote CAS through professional networks, social media, and contribute content (articles, testimonials, updates) for CAS communication channels that highlight African initiatives.

Artificial Intelligence Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Artificial Intelligence Working Group was established to fulfill the CAS mission to “advance the body of knowledge” on a technology that is transforming actuarial practice in several areas. Its objective is to encourage the exploration of Artificial Intelligence in actuarial practice through research to help educate members, build knowledge, provide practical insight and establish CAS as thought leaders.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

Asia Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Asia Working Group facilitates the growth of CAS candidates, associates, fellows, and affiliates in the key Asian markets that have been prioritized by the International Council. Members utilize their actuarial skills, knowledge of Asian insurance markets, and cross-cultural awareness to contribute to strategic initiatives that strengthen the presence of the CAS in the region.

Frequency of Meetings:
Quarterly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 10 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Build and strengthen relationships with universities in priority markets, connecting with professors and administrators to expand participation in the CAS International University Recognition Program. Represent the CAS at student events to inspire future actuaries to pursue careers in general insurance and follow the CAS credentialing pathway. Increase student engagement with CAS Student Central and summer programs by actively promoting opportunities, connecting students to resources, and serving as summer program presenters and mentors.
  • Forge and nurture partnerships with GI employers in target markets, articulating the value of the CAS brand and capturing actionable insights on employer needs and perceptions to inform CAS strategies.
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic connections with local actuarial associations, regulators, and other influential organizations to expand CAS’s reach and impact in the region.
  • Lead and support the development, customization, and delivery of CAS presentations, webinars, and events that effectively engage Asian actuaries and insurance professionals to advance CAS objectives in the
  • Actively promote CAS through professional networks, social media, and contribute content (articles, testimonials, updates) for CAS communication channels that highlight the working group’s initiatives.

Audit Committee

Board Committee

Description

The Audit Committee is responsible for the annual independent audit of the financial statements by an auditing firm and is authorized to accept the independent auditors report and annual tax filings. The audit cycle begins in October and ends in March with a Committee Report to the Board.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • The tax returns are reviewed by the Committee in June-July.

Candidate Advocate Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Candidate Advocate Working Group (CAWG) represents the candidate voice within the CAS by gathering feedback, sharing resources, and ensuring candidate perspectives shape key initiatives, including producing the quarterly Future Fellows newsletter that delivers guidance and relevant content tailored to candidates. The group works to improve the exam journey and enhance the overall candidate experience.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Contribute to the Future Fellows Newsletter
  • Serve as a Candidate Liaison and Feedback Channel
  • Support CAWG Visibility and Outreach
  • Contribute to Resource Development for Candidates
  • Advance Candidate Engagement and Confidence

CAS Employer Network

Task Force

Description

The CAS Employer Network strengthens collaboration between the CAS and employers of actuaries. Employer Network Representatives serve as liaisons between their organizations and the CAS, sharing CAS updates internally and promoting credentialing, education, research, and volunteer opportunities. They also provide employer feedback to inform CAS initiatives and foster engagement across their organizations. Representatives help enhance the connection between CAS and the broader actuarial community.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Share CAS updates within their organizations.
  • Promote CAS credentialing, education, research, and volunteering.
  • Provide employer feedback to inform CAS initiatives.
  • Encourage organizational engagement with the CAS.
  • Help align CAS efforts with employer needs and priorities.

CAS Trust Scholarship Task Force

Task Force

Description

The CAS Trust Scholarship awards up to eight scholarships to deserving university students annually.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Establish eligibility requirements and application procedures
  • Review Applications
  • Select Annual Award Winners

Case Competition Task Force

Task Force

Description

The Case Competition Task Force is responsible for developing and updating case competition toolkits that volunteers, academics and students can utilize to run a case competition on campus. Case Competitions are an important resource for students to obtain practical, hands-on experience with P&C concepts.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Create a new case to be released in 2026.
  • Create sample solutions for current toolkits.

Climate and Sustainability Working Group

Working Group

Description

The CAS Climate & Sustainabilty Working Group (CSWG) strengthens CAS leadership in addressing climate risk and sustainability within the P&C sector.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 30 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Volunteers suggest, promote, select, and peer-review targeted research projects; 
  • Develop learning objectives, recruit trainers, and deliver climate-specific training; 
  • Author climate and sustainability articles for CAS publications or other industry outlets to showcase members’ expertise; 
  • Speak at CAS and non-CAS events to highlight CAS expertise in this area;
  • Provid input, as requested, on credentialing-related planning for this topic.  

Climate Index Task Force

Task Force

Description

The Actuaries Climate Index® (ACI) is an educational tool designed to help inform actuaries, public policymakers, and the general public about climate trends and some of the potential impacts of a changing climate on the United States and Canada. The index is an objective measure of observed changes in extreme weather and sea levels. It is intended to provide a useful monitoring tool of climate trends and will be updated quarterly as data for each meteorological season becomes available.It is sponsored by the Casualty Actuarial Society, the American Academy of Actuaries, the Canadian Institute of Actuaries, and the Society of Actuaries.

Discipline Committee

Board Committee

Description

The Discipline Committee is responsible for considering recommendations for disciplinary actions against members presented by the appropriate investigatory body, e.g., Actuarial Board for Counseling and Discipline (ABCD) or Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) and for taking actions on those recommendations as it deems appropriate in accordance with procedures described in the bylaws and the CAS Rules of Procedure for Disciplinary Actions. Members of the Discipline Committee must be Fellows of the Casualty Actuarial Society, should have at least 20 years of actuarial and management experience and will be expected to attest that they have a deep working knowledge of the Code of Professional Conduct and the Actuarial Standards of Practice.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 5 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Considering recommendations for disciplinary actions against members presented by the appropriate investigatory body
  • Investigate alleged violations of the CAS Code of Professional Ethics for Candidates Conduct and for taking disciplinary action on the investigatory findings as it deems appropriate in accordance with procedures described in the CAS Rules of Procedure for Disciplinary Actions Involving Candidates.

E-Forum Working Group

Working Group

Description

The CAS E-Forum is an online publication of non-peer-reviewed papers submitted by CAS members and non-members. E-Forum Working Group members review and provide feedback on manuscripts considered for publication in the CAS E-Forum. They contribute to discussions on whether manuscripts are appropriate and give feedback to authors for improving manuscripts. Members may also provide some editing support for manuscripts.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Review and provide feedback on assigned manuscripts.
  • Promote E-Forum and works published in E-Forum to the casualty actuarial science community.

Employer Advisory Council

Council

Description

The Employers Advisory Council is a resource to the CAS in understanding employers' expectations for their actuarial professionals and assessing CAS performance in delivering on those expectations. The Council provides insights and suggestions to enhance CAS value by reviewing and providing input to the CAS strategic direction and initiatives.

Finance Council

Council

Description

The Finance Council handles all aspects of CAS finances including budgeting, financial reporting and making recommendations to the Board on all aspects of financial matters. The Finance Council also manages the insurance program in conjunction with the Risk Management Committee.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

Governance Committee

Board Committee

Description

The Governance Committee is a committee of the Board of Directors established to support the effective functioning of the Board by ensuring that the Board, as well as individual Board members, have the skills and competencies necessary to perform at the highest level. The Governance Committee also ensures that appropriate policies, procedures, and governing documents are in place and are periodically reviewed and updated.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

Hachemeister and Michelbacher Prizes Task Force

Task Force

Description

The task force’s purpose is to administer the awarding of the Hachemeister Prize and Michelbacher Prize. The Hachemeister prize goes to a paper published in the ASTIN bulletin or presented as part of the ASTIN Colloquium. The Michelbacher Prize is an award for significant achievement that has fundamentally advanced casualty actuarial science.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

iCAS CE Committee

ICAS Committee

Description

Help shape the future of education in data science, predictive analytics, and related topics by lending your expertise to the iCAS CE Committee. As a volunteer, you will collaborate on developing innovative CE offerings, and play a key role in designing and delivering the annual Data Science and Analytics Forum. This is a unique opportunity to work with fellow professionals and help advance the skills of the actuarial community in a rapidly evolving field.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Week

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 30 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Assist with recruiting speakers and creating the call for presentations for the Data Science and Analytics Forum
  • Assist with the planning and preparation for the Data Science and Analytics Forum
  • Brainstorm ideas for CE content (such as webinars).

ICAS CSPA Project

ICAS Committee

Description

The Certified Specialist in Predictive Analytics (CSPA) Project Committee develops and grades the program’s culminating project (offered twice a year), designing scenarios and sourcing data sets that reflect real-world predictive analytics challenges. This rewarding opportunity will give you the chance to earn continuing education credit and is a great way to collaborate with peers and help build the future of predictive analytics.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Week

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
30 Plus Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Brainstorm and create projects (with the help of fellow volunteers) for the Spring and Fall administrations
  • Grade submitted projects (done in collaboration with other volunteers)
  • Candidates can request a mentor to help with their project, so volunteers will have the occasional opportunity to be a mentor for up and coming professionals.

ICAS Exam 3

ICAS Committee

Description

The CSPA Predictive Modeling: Methods and Techniques - Exam Committee will assist in the periodic review of learning objectives, development of study materials, test questions, and other related projects. This committee is also responsible for grading the exams.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Week

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
30 Plus Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Write exam questions for each administration (Spring and Fall) as well as the practice exam in collaboration with the committee.
  • Exam grading for each administration

International Actuarial Association Working Group

Working Group

Description

Volunteers in this working group engage with the International Actuarial Association (IAA) in strategic ways to elevate the CAS and the actuarial profession at a global level.

Frequency of Meetings:
Quarterly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Represent the interests of the CAS by serving as an active delegate or observer on one or more relevant IAA committees, forums, task forces, or other bodies, in particular those that are integral to the property and casualty/general insurance field and in line with the member’s areas of professional practice.
  • Identify strategic opportunities for CAS involvement in international efforts that support the organization’s mission and vision, including its expertise in the realm of property and casualty actuarial science. This includes making relevant introductions to CAS volunteers and staff in support of the international strategy.
  • Contribute to the development of IAA papers, ISAPs, and other documents through writing and peer reviews.
  • A small number of IAAWG members may be asked to travel to in-person IAA meetings up to 2x per year to represent the CAS on key agenda items and bilateral meetings.

International Council

Council

Description

International Council

International Webinar Task Force

Task Force

Description

The International Webinar Task Force supports the advancement of CAS’s international growth strategy by designing and delivering engaging, high-quality webinars and PE packages for members outside of North America. Drawing on their expertise in international general insurance markets and professional education, volunteers help expand CAS’s global reach, strengthen its presence in emerging and established markets, and ensure programming reflects regional needs.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 10 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Develop a strong offering of international webinar sessions by: identifying relevant topics, securing knowledgeable speakers, moderating events, and reviewing participant feedback to assess program effectiveness.
  • Recruit and feature a diverse roster of CAS members as presenters, showcasing the organization’s deep expertise and expansive global presence.
  • Curate and package UCAS content into targeted Professional Education offerings that address the unique needs and priorities of international actuaries.
  • Share insights on regional trends, professional development needs, and emerging topics in the actuarial field.
  • Engage with actuarial associations, employers, and individuals to promote CAS webinars and PE bundles.

Investment Council

Council

Description

The Investment Council is responsible for managing the CAS investment portfolio with an objective to maximize the total return within the constraints of preserving capital and maintaining sufficient liquidity to meet the CAS expenses.

Frequency of Meetings:
Quarterly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 30 Hours

Latin America Regional Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Latin America Regional Working Group facilitates the growth of CAS candidates, associates, fellows, and affiliates in the emerging actuarial markets in Latin America that have been prioritized by the International Council. Members utilize their actuarial skills, knowledge of Latin American insurance markets, language skills, and cross-cultural awareness to contribute to strategic initiatives that strengthen the presence of the CAS in Latin America.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Build and strengthen relationships with universities in priority markets, connecting with professors and administrators to expand participation in the CAS International University Recognition Program. Represent the CAS at student events, most often through virtual presentations, to inspire future actuaries to pursue careers in general insurance and follow the CAS credentialing pathway. Increase student engagement with CAS Student Central, case competitions, and summer programs by actively promoting opportunities, connecting students to resources, and serving as summer program mentors or competition judges.
  • Forge and nurture partnerships with GI employers in target markets, articulating the value of the CAS brand and capturing actionable insights on employer needs and perceptions to inform CAS strategies.
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic connections with local actuarial associations, regulators, and other influential organizations to expand CAS’s reach and impact in the region.
  • Lead and support the development, customization, and delivery of CAS presentations, webinars, and events that effectively engage Latin American actuaries and insurance professionals to advance CAS objectives in the region. Provide assistance with translations or Spanish/Portuguese captions on existing CAS resources.
  • Actively promote CAS through professional networks, social media, and contribute content (articles, testimonials, updates) for CAS communication channels that highlight Latin American initiatives.

Leadership Development Working Group

Working Group

Description

The CAS Leadership Development Working Group (LDWG) cultivates and develops the next generation of actuarial leaders through training, support, and mentorship opportunities to help volunteers develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to be a future CAS leader.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 10 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • The Mentor Task Force volunteers will assist in matching members together, and supporting the mentorship program.
  • The Future Leaders Task Force members engage and interview potential volunteer leaders from the CAS community, building our bench strength of leaders for current and future opportunities.
  • The Leadership Courses Task Force volunteers will work to identify resources, programs, and opportunities to make available to current and prospective volunteer leaders.

Learning Enhancement Process Mentors Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Learning Enhancement Process Mentors Working Group comprises volunteers who wish to be trained as mentors for speakers at our large national events. Mentors are volunteers who collaborate with speakers and lead them through the 6-8-week CAS Learning Enhancement Process, providing them with resources and helping them become more engaging and effective speakers.

Member Advisory Panel

Microvolunteering

Description

The Member Advisory Panel (MAP) is a collection of members who are willing to participate in surveys and research conducted by the CAS leadership and committees.

Frequency of Meetings:
Other

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 5 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Complete 6-10 Surveys per year

Member Advisory Panel Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Member Advisory Panel Working Group (MAPWG) oversees the strategy and content of surveys distributed to the CAS Member Advisory Panel, as well as select membership-wide surveys.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 15 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Review surveys developed by CAS leadership and volunteer groups before distribution

Member Engagement Advisory Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Member Engagement Advisory Working Group’s vision is to foster high-quality engagement opportunities for members throughout their journey—from onboarding and participation to volunteering and retirement. This work aligns with the CAS Strategic Plan pillar Advancing Operational Excellence, which has as a desired outcome that “CAS membership continues to be highly engaged.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 15 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Identifying new and enhanced member engagement opportunities
  • Facilitates focus groups and listening sessions.
  • Review CAS election campaign and identify new opportunities for enhancement.
  • Design and implement a gamified member engagement program

Member Survey Panel

Microvolunteering

Description

The Member Survey Panel is a group of members intended to be representative of the broader membership who volunteer to participate in surveys and research conducted by CAS leadership and committees. Panel members can expect to receive 6–10 surveys annually and are expected to complete at least 75% of the surveys they receive to remain active on the panel.

Frequency of Meetings:
Other

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 5 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Complete 6-10 Surveys per year

Monograph Editorial Board

Working Group

Description

The Monograph Editorial Board oversees and guides the development of the CAS Monograph series. Editorial Board members work together to issue calls for new monographs, reviews submissions, selects works for publication, and participates in other activites to promote and sustain CAS Monographs.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Attend regular Editorial Board meetings to participate in the leadership of the CAS Monographs program.
  • Read monograph proposals, provide feedback on submissions, contribute to discussions on whether monograph proposals are ready for publication, review submitted manuscripts for publication, and work with authors to develop high-quality CAS Monographs.
  • Using your professional expertise, identify foundational areas in actuarial science that would be appropriate for development of new CAS Monographs.
  • Promote CAS Monographs to the actuarial science community.

New Members Working Group

Working Group

Description

The New Members Working Group (NMWG) is responsible for effectively integrating new members into the CAS and ensuring new member perspectives are considered.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Support in planning for New Member activities at the Annual/Spring Meeting
  • Review nominations and select winners for New Member Award
  • Review and develop New Member resources
  • Moderate New Member focus groups or roundtables
  • Develop ways to celebrate new members and encourage class spirit through activities

Nominating Committee

Board Committee

Description

The Nominating Committee is a Board Committee established to identify and make recommendations of qualified candidates to the Board.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 15 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Identify future CAS Board and President-Elect candidates for the voting membership to elect.
  • Identify and make recommendations of qualified candidates to fill Vice President positions and Appointed Director posisions.

Open-Source Projects Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Open-Source Projects Working Group was established to coordinate and help practicing actuaries develop, maintain, and use open-source tools and support open-source projects. It also promotes high-quality software development including version control best practices, ensures the sustainability and growth of open-source projects, and increases member utilization of open-source tools and the CAS GitHub platform. In doing so, the group standardizes project development and governance and modernizes actuaries’ skill sets and professional toolkits while promoting a forward-looking technical vision for the CAS.

Prizes and Grants Working Group

Working Group

Description

Oversees the Hachemeister and Michelbacher Prizes Task Force and Research Grants Task Force. Work takes place beginning mid-March through early June for Prize Task Force. Grant evaluation work begins mid-January and concludes in early March.

Public Relations Advisory Working Group

Working Group

Description

The CAS Public Relations Advisory Working Group provides oversight to the CAS’s public relations and media relations efforts undertaken by CAS staff and external consultants.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 10 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Provide input on key CAS public relations strategies and materials.
  • Provide insight into current actuarial topics that may be of interest to the media.
  • Advise on various marketing and PR opportunities.

Ratemaking Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Ratemaking Working Group addresses actuarial issues of property and casualty insurance ratemaking through research.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Develop an RFP on Ratemakking topics; ; submit Big 5 Event session proposal.
  • Conduct a call paper program on ratemaking topics of interest; submit Big 5 Event session proposal.
  • Complete AI Tool for Actuarial Work Project; submit Big 5 Event session proposal.

Reinsurance Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Reinsurance Working Group promotes research in property and casualty ceded and assumed reinsurance. Frequency of Meetings: Monthly. Approximate Number of Hours per Year: Up to 20 Hours. What You'll Be Doing: Identify areas of research in reinsurance and support the development of requests for proposals for research papers. Partner with Working Group members to identify proposals that will advance the field of actuarial science and work with authors to develop compelling and innovative research papers. Promote the work of the Reinsurance Working Group. Follow through with final Social Inflation and Casualty CATs Projects to include publication, promotion and Big 5 Event sessions.

Research Grants Task Force

Task Force

Description

The Research Grants Task Force is charged with reviewing letters of intent and grant proposals submitted to the annual Individual Grants Competition to determine CAS interest in the research projects. The Task Force makes recommendations to the CAS Vice President-Research and Practice Advancement as to which of the proposals the CAS may be interested in funding.

Frequency of Meetings:
Other

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 30 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Evaluate letters of intent for Individual Research Grants and determine list of proposal writers.
  • Evaluate proposals, choose grant recipients, and inform Executive Council.
  • Staff administers grants.

Reserves Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Reserves Working Group addresses actuarial issues related to non-life liability reserves. Frequency of Meetings: Once a month. Approximate Number of Hours per Year: Up to 20 Hours. What You'll Be Doing:  --Conducting call paper program for 2026 --Promoting and publishing papers  --Completing oversight of Schedule P Project --Conducting oversight of Berquist-Sherman Update Project --Evaluating Longitudinal Case Study proposals and overseeing project        completion, publication, and promotion

Risk Management Committee

Board Committee

Description

The Risk Management Committee assists the CAS Board in executing all aspects of risk management. The Committee meets monthly and has several subgroups that meet outside of regular meetings to handle recurring activities.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
30 Plus Hours

Risk Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Risk Working Group is charged with proposing, supporting and promoting innovative research and practical projects that enable the evaluation of risk, as well as with connecting CAS membership with the results of our supported research and projects.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Complete the AI Tool for Actuarial Work Project and plan for promotion.
  • Complete Correlation Study Project, plan prmotion and publication.

SAMENA Working Group

Working Group

Description

The SAMENA (South Asia, Middle East, and North Africa) Region Working Group supports the growth and visibility of the Casualty Actuarial Society across emerging actuarial markets in the region by engaging local CAS members and candidates, strengthening university partnerships, enhancing student outreach, building relationships with general insurance employers, and collaborating with actuarial associations and regulators. The working group leads strategic initiatives, delivers region-focused events and presentations, and promotes CAS programs and resources to advance the organization’s mission and impact throughout SAMENA.

Specialty and In Focus Seminars Working Group

Working Group

Description

Specialty and In Focus Seminars Working Group considers new events that address emerging topics and other specialty topics.

Student Programs Task Force

Task Force

Description

The CAS Student Programs Task force is responsible for overseeing and developing the various offerings and resources provided to students through CAS Student Central. Programs include the CAS Student Central Summer Program- an annual 8-week educational program that serves as an internship alternative, CAS Student Central webinars as well as student programs.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Review survey feedback from 2025 CAS Student Central Summer Program and help determine enhancements for 2026.
  • Ideate potential webinar topics that would be of interest to students.

Syllabus & Examination Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Syllabus and Exams Working Group comprises subject matter experts from various actuarial fields whose responsibilities include developing exam materials, scoring CAS examinations, and determining the standards of achievement for successful candidates.

Training is provided for all roles, and volunteers must be FCAS, or if ACAS cannot intend to take an exam for 3 years.

Frequency of Meetings:
Depending on the role 4-6x/year, plus opportunities to travel to summits 1-4x/year

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
20-30 hours depending on frequency and role

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Item Writers: responsible for creating the actual content of the exam using source materials, questions from previous exams, and other methods.
  • Graders: score CAS Exams
  • Pre-testers: provide valuable feedback on the length and comprehensiveness of the exam
  • Consultants: subject-matter experts who review exam items for accuracy.
  • Syllabus Vice-Chairs: help develop the Content Outlines themselves using source materials

Taiwan Seminar Task Force

Task Force

Description

The Taiwan Seminar Task Force supports a joint venture between the CAS and Actuarial Institute of Chinese Taipei (AICT). Volunteers will work with representatives from AICT to develop a program for a 100 person meeting that takes place in Taipei, Taiwan in September.

Frequency of Meetings:
As Needed

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 10 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Collaborate with CAS and AICT representatives to design the seminar agenda and select session topics.
  • Identify, recruit, and coordinate CAS speakers and panelists for general insurance-focused sessions. Ensure that CAS representatives are speaking on topics at the forefront of the CAS’s strategic plan and thought leadership priorities.
  • Share expertise and regional knowledge to enhance the seminar’s quality and impact.

University Liaison Program

Task Force

Description

The CAS University Liaison (UL) Program connects CAS members with designated universities around the world to introduce students and faculty to the CAS and the P&C actuarial profession. The role is flexible, allowing volunteers to tailor their involvement based on their availability. Activities may include speaking at campus events, collaborating with actuarial student clubs, advising faculty, or other engagements that help build awareness and interest in the P&C actuarial career path.

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 10 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Coordinate an on-campus event once a semester.
  • Help with disseminating relevant information from the CAS to university contacts such as scholarship announcements and opening of applications for CAS Student Central Summer Program.

University Resources Task Force

Task Force

Description

The University Resources Task Force develops and maintains key resources that engage universities and inspire the next generation of P&C actuaries. By equipping faculty, students and volunteers with impactful tools and materials, the Task Force plays a vital role in strengthening the CAS pipeline.

Frequency of Meetings:
Monthly

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Creation and updating of CAS P&C Case Studies that members of Academic Central can incorporate into classroom curriculum.
  • Review current resources offered for CAS University Liaisons and create material for any identified gaps.
  • Review current requirements and benefits for CAS University Recognition Program. Identify potential enhancements.

Variance Editorial Board

Working Group

Description

The Variance Editorial Board governs the CAS's peer-reviewed journal Variance, which publishes original practical and theoretical research in casualty actuarial science. The Editorial Board includes the Editor in Chief, Co-Editor, and Associate Editors, who dictate which papers should be published in the journal. Editorial Board members lead the peer-review process and contribute to policies governing the operation of the journal.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 30 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Participate in peer review. Assign manuscripts to Variance peer reviewers, ensure peer reviewers reach review milestones, make decisions on whether manuscripts should be published in Variance, and provide constructive feedback to authors.
  • Take a leading role in the operation of Variance. Attend bimonthly Editorial Board meetings. Contribute your expertise in the development of manuscripts and encourage participation of other experts in the journal.
  • Promote Variance as a top-notch journal for the publication of important research in actuarial science.

Volunteer Resources Working Group

Working Group

Description

The Volunteer Resources Working Group (VRWG) focuses on facilitating a high-quality CAS volunteer experience, and overseeing and enhancing volunteer resources, processes, and communications.

Frequency of Meetings:
Every Other Month

Approximate Number of Hours per Year:
Up to 20 Hours

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Recommend improvements to volunteer communications, processes, and support systems
  • Conduct annual volunteer feedback survey
  • Provide input on new or evolving volunteer initiatives and onboarding practices
  • Serve as ambassadors for the volunteer experience, sharing insights from their own involvement
  • Collaborate with CAS leadership and staff to align volunteer engagement strategies with CAS priorities