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28 June 2011

Jane Curtis has taken office as President of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries after Ronnie Bowie handed over to her at the organisation’s AGM on 27 June 2011. Ronnie Bowie now replaces Nigel Masters as Immediate Past President and Philip Scott becomes President-elect. Jane Curtis is the first woman to be President of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries and its predecessor bodies, the Institute of Actuaries and the Faculty of Actuaries.

Jane  said: “Ronnie will be a hard act to follow. His contributions to our strategic review, the promotion of the CERA qualification and our new public affairs strategy are a just a few examples of where he has made his mark. We also owe thanks to Nigel Masters whose commitment and enthusiasm has been the hallmark of his time in office.

The challenge, now, is to build on their achievements.  In the coming year, I want to see the Actuarial Profession developing a more proactive international approach, reinvigorating our role as a learned society and using our knowledge and expertise to play  more prominent part in informing public policy debate.  Through the efforts of Council, volunteers and executive staff, we can make our ambitious vision a reality If we harness all our talents and work effectively together we have a real opportunity to make a difference.”

Reflecting on his term as the inaugural President of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, Ronnie Bowie said: “This last year has been one of considerable change for our professional body, but it is change which has, I believe, left us better equipped to deliver for members.  It has been an honour to lead my profession and I look forward to continuing in an active role as Immediate Past President”

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Notes for editors

  1. Jane Curtis has been with Hewitt for the entirety of her career and is currently a managing principal with the firm. Jane has a long history of involvement with the Profession, most notably in the field of education, serving both as chair of the board of examiners and the education committee.Jane is married to David, a fellow actuary, and has two children.
  2. Actuaries provide commercial, financial and prudential advice on the management of a business’s assets and liabilities, especially where long term management and planning are critical to the success of any business venture. They also advise individuals, and advise on social and public interest issues.
  3. Members of the Profession have a statutory role in the supervision of pension funds and life insurance companies. They also have a statutory role to provide actuarial opinions for managing agents at Lloyd’s.
  4. The Profession is governed by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. A rigorous examination system is supported by a programme of continuing professional development and a professional code of conduct supports high standards reflecting the significant role of the Profession in society.
  5. The Profession is available to provide expert comment to the media on a range of actuarial- related issues, including enterprise risk management, finance and investment, general insurance, health and care, life assurance, mortality, and pensions.

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