#1  There is more to Life for actuaries with Nicole Kriek and Andrew Le Roux

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Welcome to The In Focus Podcast brought to you by Insight, hosted by Nicole Kriek and featuring guest Andrew Le Roux. Andrew shares insights from his diverse career, spanning from his time at Old Mutual to his current venture in the health-tech sector. He discusses the broader impact actuaries can make beyond traditional roles and also reflects on his experience on the Council of the Actuarial Society of South Africa. The conversation explores the importance of mental health advocacy, highlighting Andrew's involvement in a startup focusing on employee well-being. Lastly, Andrew sheds light on his role in a tech company in the mining industry, emphasising the value of business expertise in complementing technical skills. Join them for a discussion on career diversification, societal impact and finding your personal niche.

Connect with Andrew Le Roux on these socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-le-roux/
Twitter or X: https://twitter.com/andrewmleroux
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmleroux/
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@andrewmleroux

Visit our website: https://www.insight.co.za/
Season 4 / Episode 1 16 Apr 2024 English South Africa Tech News · Tech News

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