Program
as of February 10, 2025
Sunday, February 23, 2025
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Badge Pick Up
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Welcome Reception
Monday, February 24, 2025
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Badge Pick Up
7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM – 9:10 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Speaker:
R. Dale Hall, FSA, MAAA, CFA, CERA, Managing Director of Research, Society of Actuaries Research Institute
9:10 AM – 9:30 AM
State of the Industry
Speaker:
David Chavern, President & Chief Executive Officer, American Council of Life Insurers
9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
General Session - The Current Economic Landscape
Hear about the current economic landscape and what we can expect in the near future.
Moderator:
Jeff Gill, Americas Insurance Leader, EY
Presenter:
Jan Hatzius, Chief Economist and Head of Global Investment Research, Goldman Sachs
10:15 AM –10:45 AM
Refreshment Break
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
General Session - Regulatory Outlook
Moderator:
Jillian Froment, Executive Vice President & General Counsel, American Council of Life Insurers
Presenter(s):
Jon Godfread, Commissioner, North Dakota Insurance Department and President, National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)
Jon Pike, Commissioner, Utah Insurance Department
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Networking Lunch
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
General Session - Workforce Mental Health: The Key to Mitigating Risk and Driving Organizational Excellence
Mental health in the workplace is not just a matter of individual well-being but also a critical driver of business performance. Failing to address workforce mental health increases risk exposure, and globally, poor mental health costs an estimated $1 trillion annually in lost productivity. With workplaces holding the power to significantly influence the mental health of employees—and by extension, their families and the broader community—there is an unparalleled opportunity for leaders to drive positive change.
This facilitated discussion will explore how a strategic focus on mental health and well-being can unlock individual potential, reduce organizational risk, and enhance organizational performance. Attendees will learn how to assess their company's current workplace mental health programs, policies and practices, identify risk exposures, and make informed decisions that ensure a thriving, resilient workforce. By understanding and acting on these factors, leaders can pave the way for a successful future that builds on your corporate strength for future growth and innovation.
Moderator:
Elena Coyle, Co-head of Insurance M&A and Reinsurance Practices, Skadden
Presenter(s):
Kathleen M. Pike, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, One Mind
2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Refreshment Break
3:15 - 4:00 PM
General Session - Keynote - David Petraeus
General, US Army (Ret.); Partner, KKR and Chairman of the KKR Global Institute; Former Commander of the Surge in Iraq, US Central Command, and Coalition Forces in Afghanistan; Former Director of the CIA
Moderator:
Deb Schoneman, President, Piper Sandler
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Networking Reception
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Badge Pick Up
7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM – 9:10 AM
Welcome and Remarks
Speaker:
Mariana Gomez-Vock, Senior Vice President, Prudential Policy & International, American Council of Life Insurers
9:10 AM – 9:30 AM
SOA Insights
Speaker:
Gregory W. Heidrich, Chief Executive Officer, Society of Actuaries
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
General Session - Featured CEO Panel
Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring three seasoned CEOs from leading life insurance companies as they share their perspectives on the rapidly evolving industry landscape, exploring both the pressing challenges and emerging opportunities that lie ahead. Gain valuable perspectives on how technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer expectations are reshaping the future of life insurance.
Moderator:
Craig Reynolds, Principal & Consulting Actuary, Milliman
Presenters:
Will Fuller, President & Chief Executive Officer, Transamerica
Terry Rasmussen, President & Chief Executive Officer, Thrivent Financial
Conor Murphy, President & Chief Executive Officer, Resolution Life US
10:30 AM –11:00 AM
Refreshment Break
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
General Session - Medical Advances and Emerging Mortality Trends: Under the Microscope of Chief Medical Officers
Chief Medical Officers from leading global reinsurance companies will explore the latest advancements in medical science and their potential impacts on mortality trends. They'll delve into how these innovations are reshaping risk selection strategies, offering fresh insights into the evolving landscape of the insurance industry. Attendees can expect a deep five into cutting-edge research and practical applications that promise to revolutionize the field.
Moderator:
Neil Sprackling, Chief Executive Officer Life & Health Re US, Swiss Re
Presenters:
Dave Rengachary, Senior Vice President and Head of Underwriting, U.S. Individual Life, RGA
John Schoonbee, Global Chief Medical Officer, Swiss Re
Nicolaas Van Zyl, Chief Medical Director & Vice President, Hannover Re
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Networking Lunch
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
General Session - The Convergence of Asset Management and Life Insurance - One-to-one with Michael McRaith
Moderator:
Pete Schaefer, President and Chief Executive Officer, Hannover Re
Presenter:
Michael McRaith, Vice Chair, Brookfield Wealth Solutions
2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Refreshment Break
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
General Session - Challenges of Asset Intensive Reinsurance
Moderator:
John Fitzpatrick, Chairman, IncomePlus LLC
Presenter(s):
Nicholas von Moltke, President & Chief Executive Officer, Prosperity Life Group
Jeff Burt, Chief Executive Officer, Somerset Re
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Networking Reception
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
7:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Badge Pick Up
8:00 AM – 8:55 AM
Networking Breakfast
8:55 AM – 9:00 AM
Day 3 Remarks
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
General Session - A Deeper Dive into the World of Life Reinsurance Arbitration
A Panel of industry veterans, arbitrators and outside counsel look to the past, present and future to illuminate the evolving nature of reinsurance relationships and impact of increased arbitrations. The panel will explore whether litigiousness is here to stay and how to navigate the dispute world best protect your company.
Moderator:
Suman Chakraborty, Partner, Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.
Presenters:
Michael P. Harwood, Consultant, Harwood Actuarial LLC
Michael G. DeKoning, Chief Executive Officer, North American Life, Partner Re
Kristina Matic, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP