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Actuarial Talk Series 3, Episode 1: Colum D'Auria
Welcome to Series 3 of Actuarial Talk.
In our first episode, we’re joined by Colum D'Auria, Global Business Leader - Portfolio Solutions at Canopius.
With more than 25 years of experience across actuarial, finance, underwriting and executive leadership roles, Colum has built an impressive career spanning PwC, Chubb, MS Amlin, QBE and now Canopius.
During the conversation, Colum reflects on his career journey from actuarial consultant to Chief Actuary, Chief Financial Officer and business leader. He shares the experiences, opportunities and decisions that shaped his path, along with the lessons he has learned from leading teams and driving transformation across the London Market.
We also discuss his current role at Canopius, where he is helping to build an innovative portfolio solutions business that leverages broker portfolios and explores new ways of bringing capital and insurance together.
Other topics covered include:
• Why curiosity is one of the most important qualities for career development
• The benefits of spending time with non-actuaries and learning from different perspectives
• How to build high-performing teams and what Colum looks for when hiring
• The importance of taking opportunities that feel slightly outside your comfort zone
• Why insurance is a more exciting and rewarding industry than many people realise
• How technology is changing the actuarial profession and what the future may hold
Colum also shares his thoughts on the future of the actuarial profession, the increasing importance of broader business skills and why actuaries must continue to promote the value they bring to organisations.
Whether you're an aspiring actuary, an experienced insurance professional or simply interested in leadership and career development, this episode is packed with insights from one of the market's most respected leaders.
Listen to the full episode below.
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Want to feature in series three? Email william@hfg.co.uk
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