Episode notes
This episode of the Women in STEM podcast features Eric Ndoria an actuary based in Bristol, UK, originally from Kenya. Eric explains the field of actuarial science, which applies mathematical and statistical methods to assess risk in the financial services industry, particularly in insurance and pensions. He shares his journey from studying actuarial science in Kenya to working in the UK, highlighting the importance of technical skills, communication abilities, and continuous learning in the field.
Eric discusses how machine learning and AI are transforming the financial services sector, particularly in automating processes and improving risk assessment accuracy. He offers advice for those considering an actuarial c ...