CAS Announces 2026–27 Vice President Appointments
The Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) Board of Directors has appointed the organization’s Vice Presidents for the 2026–27 term.
Newly Elected Vice Presidents
- Engagement: Jaris Wicklund
- International: Rafael Costa
Re-elected Incumbent Vice Presidents
- Admissions: Jason Russ
- Professional Education: Melissa Huenefeldt
- Research & Practice Advancement: Morgan Bugbee
CAS Vice Presidents serve on the Executive Council and work closely with leadership, volunteers, and staff to advance initiatives in support of education, research, member engagement, and the global actuarial community. Newly elected and returning Vice Presidents will begin their terms at the conclusion of the 2026 CAS Annual Meeting in November.
The incoming 2026-27 Executive Council will also include CEO Victor Carter-Bey, President-Elect Kathy Odomirok, who takes over as President, and a to-be-elected President-Elect.
“I am looking forward to working with this talented and dedicated Executive Council as we continue advancing the CAS mission and serving our members around the world,” said Odomirok. “Our Vice Presidents play an essential role in partnering with member-volunteer leaders and CAS staff to operationalize the Board’s strategic priorities, and I am grateful for the experience and commitment each of our leaders will bring to the year ahead.”
The Board did not appoint a new Vice President – Administration, having determined that the role should sunset at the conclusion of the current term because the responsibilities of the position naturally align with the work of other Executive Council officers and staff.
The CAS extends its gratitude to outgoing Vice Presidents Keith Berman (International), Erin Olson (Engagement), and Rich Moncher (Administration) for their dedicated service and meaningful contributions to the organization.
