The Young Actuaries Initiative (YAI) launched its activities with a “Leadership and Career Development Seminar,” held on November 28-29, 2024, at Le Bischenberg, close to Strasbourg, France. This two-day event brought together 30 talented young actuaries from across Europe for an engaging and interactive program. While the agenda also included sessions on technical actuarial topics, the focus was on enhancing communication and leadership skills through workshops designed to foster active participation and collaboration. The seminar’s social and professional aspects were equally well-received, providing participants with valuable insights and a platform for building meaningful connections.
One of the seminar’s key objectives was to inspire attendees to take new ideas and fresh energy back to their local young actuaries’ communities. By equipping participants with practical tools and strategies, the event empowered them to strengthen their networks and contribute to the growth of actuarial groups in their home countries. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting the unique blend of professional development and networking opportunities as a standout feature of the seminar.
We thank all participants and lecturers for their great spirit and motivation that made our first workshop event a great success. Looking ahead, we at YAI plan to build on this successful start with more events and joint activities in 2025.
Watch this space!