Seminar on Effective P/C Loss Reserve Opinions
Seminar

Seminar on Effective P/C Loss Reserve Opinions

This seminar is designed for actuaries who prepare, or assist with preparing, annual statements of actuarial opinion on P/C loss reserves.
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Date:

Dec. 8 - 9, 2025

Registration Closes:

Dec. 9, 2025

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

“Great distillation of changing requirements and rules, as well as a good pooling of experience.”  

Elevate Your Practice

The Academy’s Seminar on Effective P/C Loss Reserve Opinions is designed for property/casualty actuaries who prepare, or assist with preparing, National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) annual statements of actuarial opinion on P/C loss reserves.   

The Academy’s Seminar on Effective P/C Loss Reserve Opinions is designed for property/casualty actuaries who prepare, or assist with preparing, National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) annual statements of actuarial opinion on P/C loss reserves.   

Through interactive sessions and discussions with our expert faculty, you’ll explore the latest regulations and standards that apply, providing you with an understanding of regulatory perspectives and expectations.  

NEW FOR 2025: If you’re new to opinion writing or seeking to strengthen your expertise, the Academy has enhanced this year’s seminar by adding a preparatory webinar. This exclusive opportunity, available only to seminar attendees, will provide an introduction to opinion writing, including essential background information and a look at the opinion writing process. When registering, be sure to add both the webinar and seminar to maximize your learning experience. This webinar will be held live on Dec. 4, 2025, at noon Eastern time. There will be opportunity for live on-camera questions.

REGISTRATION FEES  

Early 
(Register by Sept. 30)  
Regular 
(Register after Sept. 30)  
Member  $895$1,095 
Nonmember$1,295  $1,495 
Webinar: Statement of Actuarial Opinion (SAO) 101   $55 $55

HOTEL / LOCATION INFORMATION  
Salt Lake City is one of the nation’s fastest-growing urban hubs, showcasing both natural beauty and urban vibrancy. Boasting hiking and biking trails, world-class skiing, and a renowned restaurant community, all just a quick walk or drive from our host hotel, the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City.  

The Academy has secured a special rate of $239/night for attendees at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City. The room block is available through Nov. 14, 2025 or until it is full. When making your travel plans, keep in mind that the seminar will start early on Dec. 8.  

FACULTY  

  • Chairperson: Aaron Hillebrandt  
  • Vice Chairperson: Kayla Robertson 
  • Betsy Branagan  
  • Charles Emma  
  • Dawn Fowl  
  • Susan Gozzo Andrews  
  • Michelle Iarkowski  
  • Stephen Koca  
  • Jennifer Leach  
  • James Leonard  
  • Kathleen Odomirok  
  • Trevar Withers  

CE CREDIT  
The American Academy of Actuaries believes in good faith that your attendance at the “Seminar on Effective P/C Loss Reserve Opinions” may constitute relevant continuing education and an organized activity as defined under the current Qualification Standards for Actuaries Issuing Statements of Actuarial Opinion in the United States depending upon your area of practice. Under the U.S. Qualification Standards, an hour of continuing education is defined as 50 minutes, and fractions of an hour may be counted. 

CANCELLATION POLICY  
If you must cancel your registration, the Academy will refund the registration fee, minus $100 for administrative fees, for cancellations received by Nov. 8. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after this date. All requests for cancellation or transferring your registration must be made in writing by emailing education@actuary.org.  

QUESTIONS  
For more information, please contact education@actuary.org.  

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