Actuaries Institute

As we reflect on the , one thing is clear: the actuarial profession is ready for the opportunities and challenges of "The Great Recalibration” 🚀

Over three days, we saw hundreds of actuaries from across the region come together to learn from one another, exchange ideas and build relationships across a broad range of industries, generations and areas of practice.

Whether it was a discussion sparked by a keynote session, a conversation over coffee, or a reunion with friends at the Gala Dinner, the Summit was a powerful reminder of the strength of our profession.

Throughout the Summit, a common theme emerged: actuaries bring a unique combination of analytical rigour, long-term thinking and problem-solving skills to the challenges that matter most.

And they do it with the ethics and integrity that make them trusted advisors - needed now more than ever.

Thank you to our speakers, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees for making this year's Summit such a memorable one 💙

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In the final plenary session of the Summit, Dr Fiona Kerr, Alison Bodinnar and Lara Elgey joined Andrew Boal on stage and explored the evolving concept of financial wellbeing and what it means to better support Australians through retirement.

Our speakers spoke on:

🔹 How stress and uncertainty can impact financial decision-making and retirement outcomes
🔹 The importance of trust, empathy and human connection in super member engagement
🔹 The role of behavioural data and early intervention in improving long-term wellbeing
🔹 How technology and innovation can support better claims experiences and financial resilience
🔹 The need for stronger collaboration across industries to improve outcomes for Australians

The discussion was a strong reminder that supporting financial wellbeing requires not only technical expertise, but also a deeper understanding of human behaviour and lived experiences.

Thank you to all the speakers for sharing your insights.

What was your biggest takeaway from the session? 👇

This National Reconciliation Week, the theme “All In” is a clear call to action for all Australians to actively commit to reconciliation, not as spectators, but through everyday actions and decisions.

At the Actuaries Institute, reconciliation is something we are committed to working towards. We recognise it is a shared responsibility, and that meaningful progress requires active participation from the wider Australian community, alongside First Nations people who have long carried the weight of advocacy and change.

Reconciliation week is an opportunity for all of us to consider what being “All In” looks like in our work, our communities and our profession.

As a profession grounded in data and long-term thinking, this matters to us. Our report 'Getting to Grips with Indigenous Data' - authored by actuaries Hugh Miller and Laura Dixie from Taylor Fry - explores one important dimension of this: how the types of data collected about First Nations people could be expanded beyond traditional Western definitions, to better reflect Indigenous culture, the environment, and what communities themselves consider meaningful progress.

We encourage our members to read the report and consider how their own work with data - how it is collected, used and governed - can better support improved outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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“Wisdom Through Change: Lessons from Actuaries” brought together three inspiring leaders — Nicolette Rubinsztein, a non-executive director, Greg Schneider of Quantium and Jess Chen of Australian Super — to share honest reflections on career change, leadership and navigating uncertainty.

Chaired by Simone Leas of APRA, this plenary session explored the realities of adapting to change in a rapidly evolving world, with panellists sharing the pivotal moments, setbacks and mindset shifts that shaped their careers.

A few themes stood out throughout the discussion:

​✅ ​Embracing uncertainty and stepping into the unknown can open unexpected opportunities
✅ ​Career growth often comes from moving beyond technical expertise into broader leadership and strategic roles
✅ ​Self-awareness, advocacy and strong support networks play an important role in career progression
✅ ​AI and emerging technologies are reshaping industries — and have an opportunity to help lead that change
✅ ​Reinvention, curiosity and a growth mindset remain essential in an evolving profession

It was a powerful reminder that career paths are rarely linear, and that some of the biggest opportunities can come from being open to change.

Thank you to all the speakers for sharing such thoughtful and personal insights with Summit attendees.

What was your biggest takeaway from the session? 👇

“The Great Recalibration”? More like “The Great Actuary Dynasty” ✨✨ After a full day of insightful discussions and big ideas at the , it was fantastic to see everyone come together for the Gala Dinner.

The evening was a great reminder that the Summit is just as much about community as it is about ideas.

The conversations, laughter and shared experiences throughout the night created an incredible atmosphere and highlighted the strong sense of connection within the actuarial profession 🤝

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a memorable celebration.

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Danielle Wood, Chair of the Productivity Commission, joined Institute’s CEO Elayne Grace on stage yesterday to explore one of the biggest questions facing Australia’s future: how do we drive growth in an increasingly complex world?

Danielle shared insights into the structural challenges impacting Australia’s economy, including slowing productivity growth, reduced investment, global uncertainty and the transition to a more service-based economy 🌏

Danielle then highlighted five key pillars critical to improving productivity and supporting long-term economic resilience:

🔹 Economic dynamism — encouraging investment, competition and innovation
🔹 Net zero transformation — improving climate resilience, adaptation and long-term sustainability
🔹 Data and digital technologies — unlocking better use of data, AI and digital systems to improve efficiency and decision-making
🔹 Workforce skills — supporting education, capability-building and workforce transitions
🔹 Care — improving productivity and outcomes across growing care sectors through prevention and early intervention

Importantly, she also recognised the valuable contribution can make in these discussions through rigorous analysis, long-term perspectives and practical problem-solving.

Thank you to Danielle Wood for sharing your knowledge with us 👏