S1E8: Ronald Poon-Affat – The Marathon Journey of Actuary out of the Box

28/08/2024 37 min Temporada 1 Episodio 8

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we dive into a conversation with Ronald Poon-Affat, an actuary and insurance executive with over 38 years of global experience. Born in Trinidad, educated in London, and now based in Brazil, Ronald has a unique perspective on the actuarial profession
and the world. He shares his journey from being a chief actuary in the Caribbean to leading insurance startups in Brazil, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way.
Ronald discusses the importance of building diverse teams, the value of making decisions independently, and the significance of learning from mistakes. Outside of his professional life, Ronald is an avid marathon runner, writer, and lifelong learner. He talks about his passion for running, his experiences training for marathons around
the world, and how these hobbies keep him grounded and motivated.

References:
Actuary out of the Box – Medium
The career advice I would have given my 22 year old self | by Actuary out of the Box | Medium
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