ACAS: November 2005
Candidate Information
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics
Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, IL
May 1998
Current Employment:
Sr. Actuary, Director, AI Ratemaking Tools
Allstate Insurance Company
1998 - Present
CAS Activities and Publications :
Activities:
CAS Employer Network, Representative, May 2025 - Present
CAS RPM Seminar Planning Working Group, Chairperson, August 2024 – Present
CAS RPM Seminar Planning Working Group, Vice-Chairperson, August 2021 – July 2024
CAS RPM Seminar Planning Working Group, Member, October 2017 – Present
CAS Examinations Working Group, Part-Chair, August 2015 – July 2016
CAS Examinations Working Group, Part-Vice-Chair, August 2013 – July 2015
CAS Examinations Working Group, Writer/Grader/Member, November 2008 – July 2016
CAS Course on Professionalism, Facilitator, 2009 and 2010
CAS University Liaison – Illinois Wesleyan University
Illinois State University – Actuarial Advisory Board Member November 2009 – May 2012
Presenting:
- Speaker, “Streamlining vs. Automating Your Rate Change Process: What’s the difference and how can you make it work for you?”, CAS RPM (2024)
- Presenter, “Severe Weather Workshop”, CAS RPM (2013)
- PSpeaker, “The Actuary and Professionalism”, CAS Annual Meeting (2012)
Publications:
- Mills, Armstrong, “Unlocking the Value of Intelligent Automation for Actuarial Ratemaking,” Carrier Management, Q4 2022 Edition
- Falkson, D.J. “Streamlining vs. Automating Your Rate Change Process,” Actuarial Review, May 10, 2024 [Featured as co-speaker]
Other Professional Designations:
American Academy of Actuaries, Member, July 2008 – Present
Employment History - Prior Employers:
Previous recent roles at Allstate Insurance Company:
- Sr. Actuary, Director, Pricing Automation and Rate Execution
- Sr. Actuary, Director, Countrywide Analytical Support
- Sr. Actuary, Director, Consumer Household Pricing Analytics
Membership and Activities in Other Organizations:
PAmerican Academy of Actuaries, Member, July 2008 – Present
Civic Activities:
Scorekeeper, Youth Travel Baseball, 2022 - Present
POutreach Committee Treasurer, local church, January 2020 – December 2024
Confirmation Mentor, local church, 2020 and 2024
Awards and Recognitions:
PCAS Member Spotlight, June 2024, https://www.casact.org/sites/default/files/2025-02/2024_Member_Spotlights.pdf
Other Relevant Information:
While my official name is Richard, I am known professionally as Jamie Mills.
I am honored to be considered as a candidate for the 2025 CAS Board of Directors. With over two decades of actuarial experience and a deep commitment to the mission of the CAS, I want to serve on the Board to help shape the future of the profession, support the growth and development of our members, and ensure the CAS remains innovative, relevant, and member-driven.
I bring visionary leadership rooted in both CAS volunteer service and professional roles. I’ve held key educational leadership positions, including Part-Chair of the Exam Committee and now Chair of the RPM Seminar Working Group. These roles have exposed me to the needs of actuaries at all stages of their careers and given me the opportunity to directly influence the content and format of CAS education. Through my current role, I also participate in the Professional Education Chair meetings, where I contribute to the strategic direction of CAS programming.
Professionally, I’ve led teams through significant change—whether during a full reorganization or by pioneering new roles focused on automation and AI. My experience leading innovative initiatives such as AI Ratemaking and Pricing Automation has kept me at the forefront of how emerging technologies are reshaping actuarial work. I’ve co-authored a published article on intelligent automation and was recently featured for my RPM presentation on automating the rate change process. This work gives me unique perspective on how to help actuaries develop the skillsets needed for the future.
As a Board member, I would leverage my background to advance two strategic pillars of the CAS: Building Skills for the Future and Advancing Operational Excellence. I am passionate about ensuring our members have the educational tools to thrive—particularly in areas like AI (including machine learning) and data science—and about delivering that education in a timely, accessible, and relevant way. I would also bring my experience in shaping vision, engaging teams, and leading through transition to the Board’s broader work in serving our membership and guiding the organization forward.
The CAS is in a position of opportunity—our profession is evolving, and our members are looking to the CAS for leadership, insight, and value. I would be proud to contribute my energy, experience, and strategic thinking to that mission as a member of the Board.
One of the most critical issues facing the CAS today is ensuring we provide the right educational framework for both current and future actuaries. As technology rapidly advances, it’s vital that actuaries not only keep pace but lead—particularly in areas like AI and data science. Our members need to be equipped with future-ready skills, practical applications, and the ability to communicate insights to diverse stakeholders.
At the Basic Education level, the CAS must continue to evolve our curriculum to include emerging tools and concepts. At the Professional Education level, we need to deliver content that is timely, practical, and rooted in the real-world challenges actuaries face today—ranging from technical applications to regulatory considerations, cyber risk, and communication skills. We must engage with students and members directly to understand where gaps exist and how we can better serve their professional development.
Closely tied to this is a second issue: the CAS must strengthen its position in the broader landscape of analytical and technical professions. We are competing with other credentialing paths, certifications, and careers for top talent. If we want the CAS to be the premier destination for the best analytical minds, we must clearly communicate our unique value proposition—our specialized domain knowledge, our high standards, and the powerful, fulfilling career path we offer.
That starts with deepening our engagement with universities, educating professors and advisors, and ensuring students see the actuarial profession as a compelling, future-forward option. It also means expanding our outreach to individuals in adjacent fields who may not yet realize how actuarial science can align with their skills and interests. We must show that actuarial credentials are not just a series of exams, but part of a lifelong professional journey grounded in impact, rigor, and innovation.
As a Board member, I will help the CAS lead boldly in both these areas. I bring a strong foundation in CAS Basic and Professional Education, a professional career centered on automation and AI, and a track record of driving vision and execution through change. I will advocate for clear messaging, direct member engagement, stronger university outreach, and an education strategy that empowers actuaries to lead—not just within insurance, but across the broader analytical landscape.
