Lisa Schilling

About Lisa Schilling

Actuary with expertise in the analysis of complex financial issues and the design, development and visual presentation of quantitative information to clearly demonstrate short-and long-term consequences of alternative courses of action. Track record for uncovering risks and opportunities presented by previous decisions, then developing alternatives to capitalize on strengths and ameliorate weaknesses. Combination of analytical, communications, team development and management skills have been tested and proven in the design and management of a broad range of qualified and unqualified retirement and other benefit plans in an internal leadership position and as an external consultant.

Experience

1. Director of Practice Research

   Society Of Actuaries

   Jan 2024 — Present · IL, US

   In the role of Director of Practice Research at the Society of Actuaries Research Institute, Lisa leads the actuarial practice research activities of the Society of Actuaries to benefit the global actuarial profession. She oversees the development, creation, and production of research projects that provide valuable research insights to members, stakeholders, and the public, and assist in raising awareness of the global actuarial profession. She brings nearly 40 years of experience to this role, having previously served in various actuarial research functions at the SOA, chief actuary for a large pension fund and a retirement actuarial consultant at a large consulting firm.

Education

• University of Iowa

  B.S., Actuarial Science

  1981 — 1985

• University of Iowa

  Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science

Skills

• Defined Benefit
• Pensions
• Financial Modeling
• Financial Analysis
• Defined Contribution
• Deferred Compensation
• Valuation
• Financial Risk
• Retirement Planning
• Risk Management
• Actuaries
• Actuarial Consulting
• Actuarial Science
• Retirement
• Employee Benefits
• Pension Funds