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Caldwell NJ — Dear Members and Friends: Thank you for your ongoing support of the SIFM by renewing your membership and attending our conferences and events. This year, we have a slate of exciting conferences and events planned, and we can’t wait to welcome you! Our March Conference was a great success with over 117 […]

Caldwell NJ — Yelena La Forgia, president of the Society of Insurance Financial Management (SIFM) and SVP & Chief Financial Officer of Aspen Insurance and Aspen US, presented the SIFM 2025 Scholarship to Filippos Koulouris, a student at Saint John’s University (New York). The award ceremony took place during SIFM’s Quarterly Conference on December 5th

Caldwell NJ — Yelena La Forgia, president of the SIFM and SVP & Chief Financial Officer of Aspen Insurance and Aspen US, presented the SIFM 2025 Scholarship to Brady King, a student at Saint Joseph’s University (Philadelphia). The award was presented at SIFM’s Quarterly Conference on December 5th . The SIFM Scholarship is a merit-based

Caldwell NJ — Dear Members, Sponsors and Colleagues: It’s the most wonderful time of the year for SIFM!  I’m looking forward to celebrating with you on December 5th at our Holiday Conference and Reception.  I am energized by our achievements this year with membership growth of over 50 new members and conference attendance exceeding the

Caldwell NJ — Dear Members, Sponsors and Colleagues: As my presidency ends, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your support and assistance. I am encouraged by the success of this year’s conferences and membership growth, and wanted to share some of our accomplishments and new initiatives with you. It seems like the doldrums

Caldwell NJ — Matthew Foley of BDO USA will present an overview of ASC 820 fair value as it relates to securities pricing. of BDO USA will present an overview of ASC 820 Fair Value as it relates to securities price testing of fair value hierarchy levels 1, 2 for GAAP reporting. Insurance companies hold

Caldwell NJ — The role of the CFO has clearly evolved from focusing solely on financial matters to embracing a more dynamic leadership position.  The SIFM Annual Conference features a CFO Panel led by Yelena La Forgia of Aspen Insurance, bringing together CFOs to explore key issues crucial for every CFO. The conference will take

Caldwell NJ — The SIFM Annual Conference will feature Christina Kindstedt, President of Advantage Insurance Management, on September 9th. The conference will take place at the Borgata Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City from September 8 – 11. Ms. Kindstedt will examine the symbiotic relationship between captive insurance companies and traditional commercial insurance carriers.  She will

Caldwell NJ — The now effective IFRS 17 represents one of the most significant changes to insurance accounting in decades, merging economical and actuarial views into accounting approaches, while diverging considerably from other accounting standards. Forvis Mazars experts will present their findings at the SIFM Annual Conference which will take place at the Borgata Hotel

Caldwell NJ — On Monday, September 8, Julia Paromchik and Yury Umansky of QBE North America will delve into the critical role of internal audit in enhancing organizational value. They will explore auditing techniques, strategies, and risk management practices that not only ensure regulatory adherence, but also drive operational efficiency in support of business growth.