Mr. James has established a distinguished career in the insurance industry for over thirty years, currently serving as senior projections actuary and USLI Model Steward at Genworth Financial.
ASHLAND, VA, November 27, 2023 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Peter James has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. James has established a distinguished career in the insurance industry for over thirty years, currently serving as senior projections actuary and USLI Model Steward at Genworth Financial. With a tenure spanning over a decade at Genworth Financial since 2014, Mr. James has played a pivotal role in overseeing governance and model sign-off processes, ensuring their formal approval for use within the company. His leadership extends to collaborating with the company's senior leadership and a dedicated team responsible for reporting accurate financials across these three broad product lines: long-term care, life insurance, and annuities. Initially joining Genworth Financial to work in the long-term care and projection area for six months, Mr. James' expertise was quickly recognized, leading to his promotion as a model steward.
Prior to his current role at Genworth Financial, Mr. James served as a valuation actuary at Pan American Life from 2012 to 2013. His responsibilities there built upon his extensive pricing experience as an associate actuary at RBC Life from 2002 to 2012 and at Sun Life Reinsurance Group/Clarica from 1998 to 2002. Throughout these positions, Mr. James honed his skills and contributed significantly to each organization's actuarial functions.
Mr. James' academic background laid the foundation for his professional achievements. He earned a Master of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University in 1997 after completing his Bachelor of Science in mathematics at the University of the West Indies Mona in 1988. These academic credentials have been instrumental in equipping Mr. James with the knowledge and analytical skills necessary for his success in the actuarial field.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. James co-authored the self-help book, Diary of the seven virgins, in 2012. This book describes seven friends' journey into awareness through a process that took them from "mental virgins" to awakened individuals who have found peace and happiness. He has also made significant contributions to various community initiatives. He is the Chair of the Scholarship and Finance committees of his past student association donating to bright and needy students. Mr. James has also made significant contributions to community initiatives. He is a past president of the Spelling Bee of Canada and has been involved with Dancing Classroom of Greater Richmond, an organization that introduces ballroom dancing to secondary school students with the aim of fostering self-esteem and poise.
Mr. James' personal journey is marked by a rich tapestry of experiences across America and the Caribbean. Starting his career in Jamaica before moving to Canada and eventually settling in the United States 10 years ago, he has left an indelible mark on the actuarial profession through various roles within reinsurance and life insurance companies. His move to Pan American Life in Louisiana specialized his expertise further before joining Genworth Financial in March 2014, where he has been instrumental in driving positive cultural changes within the company.
A loving husband and a dedicated father to his talented daughter, Mr. James is also deeply committed to philanthropy and education. His upcoming venture, Miracle Now Foundation, reflects his dedication to improving children's lives and contributing to health sector advancements — a mission inspired by personal loss and a desire to create lasting positive impacts on society. Through this foundation and continued support for organizations like Spelling Bee of Canada, Mr. James embodies a spirit of generosity that complements his professional accomplishments.
Among Mr. James most notable achievements include becoming a qualified actuary, co-authoring an inspirational book sold in North America and Europe, serving as President of Canadian Spelling Bee, a multi-winning champion in Toastmasters District speech evaluation and speech contests plus attaining the coveted leadership and communication excellence designation of Distinguished Toastmaster status — milestones that underscore his multifaceted contributions to both his profession and community engagements.
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