RAW: Real Actuarial Women

Marilyn Simpson, a senior manager and conslutant on DW Simpson's client relations team, gives us her unique perspective as the daughter of DW Simpson's founders David & Patty Simpson on the most recent findings from DW Simpson's Salary Survey!

NAWA is finally ready to release some findings from the Shaping Success Report! This study has been in the works since the genesis of our show, and we're so excited to talk about the new data we have to help us shape success for women and allies in actuarial science. Join Megan Camanocha and your usual host, Lizzie Eason, to learn about how this report can help us understand the career journeys of actuarial women and allies.

In this special episode, Simran Bhagat and Caroline Allen tell us about how university students nearing graduation and entering the workforce can prepare for their career in actuarial science.

In this special episode, Kayla Bellody and Hafsatou Barry tell us all about how students in university can prepare for a career in actuarial science.

Nettie Meier shares her unique career journey and how she found balance on a women-led team!

Dalesa Bady joins our show again! This time to discuss her white paper "The Readiness Gap" which highlights the growing need for support for actuaries moving into leadership roles.

Samantha Steiner, FCAS, MAAA shares why she uses her full name in the office, how caregiving has shaped and strengthened her leadership style, how her team has maintained a culture of humor through their transition to a hybrid work style, and more about her spectacular career journey!

For our Season 2 Q2 special topics episode, instead of a single topic, we’re bringing you a 3-part Professional Growth Miniseries!

Originally recorded as a panel discussion in partnership with NAWA and Assurant for Women’s History Month, this series features three industry leaders—Alana Shiraishi, Aree Bly, and Ximena Fernandez. They sit down with host Lizzie Eason to pull back the curtain on the hard-earned wisdom that shaped their actuarial careers.

Part Three: Presentation. Dive into the "make or break" world of presentation skills for actuaries. Using a "content-as-a-meal" metaphor, our panelists share how to help your audience digest complex data. Learn how to "start with dessert" to hook your audience, use selective proof to maintain credibility, and stay flexible when the conversation shifts unexpectedly.

For our Season 2 Q2 special topics episode, instead of a single topic, we’re bringing you a 3-part Professional Growth Miniseries!

Originally recorded as a panel discussion in partnership with NAWA and Assurant for Women’s History Month, this series features three industry leaders—Alana Shiraishi, Aree Bly, and Ximena Fernandez. They sit down with host Lizzie Eason to pull back the curtain on the hard-earned wisdom that shaped their actuarial careers.

Part Two: Networking. We're transitioning from how you communicate to who you communicate with. Explore high-ROI networking strategies, break down the critical differences between mentors and sponsors, & learn tactical advice on how introverts can build authentic, non-transactional relationships.

For our Season 2 Q2 special topics episode, instead of a single topic, we’re bringing you a 3-part Professional Growth Miniseries!

Originally recorded as a panel discussion in partnership with NAWA and Assurant for Women’s History Month, this series features three industry leaders—Alana Shiraishi, Aree Bly, and Ximena Fernandez. They sit down with host Lizzie Eason to pull back the curtain on the hard-earned wisdom that shaped their actuarial careers.

Part One: Communication. We’re diving deep into the habits you must learn and unlearn to lead, how to command a room, and the secret to making sure your voice is heard. Don't miss this masterclass in professional evolution.

In this episode, David Scharf demonstrates true allyship by shining the spotlight on a few key women who provided the confidence and encouragement he needed to transition from a nervous junior analyst to a sought-after industry speaker and past president of the CCA. David also plunges into his career journey and gives advice to other actuaries on how to move from passive support to active, tactical allyship for women in the field.

In our first, quarterly special topics episode, we celebrate NAWA's MentorUp Program by chatting with 3 women who have personally and professionally benefitted from the experience. Whether you’re building your actuarial career or ready to give back, NAWA MentorUp creates powerful connections that help you grow—together.

Sandy McCoy shares how she thrived in her career for many years on a reduced time book of business to prioritize her personal life, as well as tips for keeping humans first in her professional career. A great kickoff to our first episode of Season 2! Listen to the whole episode for discussion topics to integrate Sandy's tips into your own career journey.

The final episode of Season 1! Lizzie recaps our accomplishments from 2025 and gives some teasers for what's to come in Season 2 dropping in 2026.

In this episode, Malika Bender shares her non-linear actuarial journey, reflecting on gender, caregiving, and career tradeoffs while discussing her work at the CAS to further the inclusiveness of the actuarial profession.

Aria Rockwood shares her story working with Women Actuaries of the West and harnessing a powerful group of women to get her dream role as an actuary after spending many years prioritizing her personal life.

In this special episode, we hear from representatives of the 5 impact committees within NAWA. Learn about the mentorship program, upcoming GAINS report, and a myriad of services & resources our group offers to women & ally actuaries!

Alessa Quane tells us about her unique path to becoming a Chief Actuary. She encourages young actuaries to seek sponsorship & pay attention to the learned skills that C-Suite associates have that may be overlooked or taken for granted.

Dalesa Bady discusses the comfort of structure early in her career from actuarial exams and the importance of breaking free and charting your own course as you grow in your career.

Megan Baker tells us about her career journey and how transitioning to a leadership role felt like a way to give back to the profession.