Hi, I’m Ryan
Actuary ✦ Product Innovation ✦ Driving Business Strategy to Ensure Profitable Growth ✦ Developing Novel Insurance Solutions
Strategic Thinker with a People-Centric Approach
I am a strategically minded Actuary specialising in developing novel insurance solutions with extensive experience in life insurance, life annuities, reinsurance and retail investments. I’m passionate about technology with a proven track record of championing innovative solutions that focus on improving processes, increasing efficiency, and reducing costs.
Qualified Fellow Actuary of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (FASSA)
Strategic Insight
A highly regarded member of management committees and leadership teams, with a keen understanding of the drivers that ensure profitable growth. Drives sustainable success through continuous effort to optimize business operations in alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives.
People-first Leadership
Utilizes a people-first motivational leadership style to build high-performance teams. Fostering a collaborative environment for achieving exceptional results and driving organizational growth.
Influential Negotiator
Accomplished negotiator engaging confidently with stakeholders at all levels, including the Board. The ability to forge productive working relationships enhances collaboration and drives successful outcomes for the organization.
Making a Lasting Difference
I embrace volunteering as a vital part of personal growth and a key way to make a difference, and I’m committed to supporting causes that foster positive change in society.
Volunteer at SCOUTS South Africa
My experiences as a Scout have profoundly shaped who I am today. As a volunteer, I have actively supported youth leadership development and provided IT support assistance, deepening my commitment to community service and teamwork.
Springbok Scout Top Award
- Planned, coordinated and ran many camps, hikes, and community service projects, achieving the Springbok Top Award
Volunteer Scout Leader
- Grew a small Scout group from 8 to 30+ youth members, developing and implementing an active exciting program that supports youth leadership development in a fun way
National IT Strategic Coordinator
- Developed the strategic IT plan and coordinated a team of IT volunteers
- Built the Scouts South Africa wiki which has become a useful resource for Scouts and Scout Leaders worldwide
Other Volunteering
Volunteer Crisis Counsellor at Crisis Text Line
As a Volunteer Crisis Counsellor at Crisis Text Line, I provide anonymous, real-time support to individuals in crisis. My role involves active listening, crisis management, and resource referral, all while maintaining strict confidentiality. The experience allows me to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need.
Volunteer Swim Coach at Splash Foundation
I’ve been privileged to volunteer as a swimming coach at Splash, a foundation that teaches people from under-resourced communities how to swim. This aligns with my passion for swimming, and I believe everyone should have the chance to learn to swim.