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FORECAST 2026: Special Edition

Author

David Levenson, DBA, FSA, CFA
President and Chief Executive Officer
LIMRA and LOMA

January 2026

It’s hard to believe this is our 30th annual industry FORECAST survey — a milestone that speaks to the resilience and adaptability of our industry. What began in 1995 as a feature in LOMA’s Resource magazine has grown into a trusted tradition, carried forward by MarketFacts.

Each year, we ask members of our Board of Directors to share their perspectives on the forces shaping our future. This year, 15 members offered their insights on everything from economic conditions and regulatory changes to technology, talent strategies, and evolving customer expectations.

As you’ll see, these leaders are focused on meeting challenges full speed ahead — identifying growth opportunities, investing in innovation, and finding new ways to serve customers. Our role at LIMRA and LOMA is to help you navigate these changes with confidence. We hope the insights in this FORECAST 2026 edition will help you and your organization prepare for what’s next.

I want to thank each of the participants for sharing their perspectives. We remain committed to supporting you as you plan for the future. Please let us know how we can help you on your strategic journey. Enjoy this special 30th anniversary edition of FORECAST — and here’s to the next 30 years of progress together!

2026 PARTICIPANTS

  • Aaron C. Ball, EVP, Head of the Foundational Business, New York Life
  • Matt Berman, President & Chief Executive Officer, Foresters Financial 
  • Chris Blunt, Chief Executive Officer, F&G
  • Marc Giguère, President & CEO, Munich Re Life US
  • Wade Harrison, Vice Chairman & Chief Operating Officer, Protective Life Corporation
  • Ron Herrmann, CFP, EVP, Head of Americas, Reinsurance Group of America (RGA) 
  • Jasmine Jirele, President & Chief Executive Officer, Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America
  • Robert M. (Bob) Jurgensmeier, Chief Executive Officer, Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.
  • Paul LaPiana, CFP, Head of Brand, Product & Affiliated Distribution, MassMutual
  • Jerald J. (Jerry) Lyphout, President & Chief Executive Officer, Modern Woodmen of America
  • Denise M. McCauley, President & Chief Executive Officer, WoodmenLife
  • Virgil R. Miller, President of Aflac Incorporated & Aflac U.S.
  • Sarah Mineau, SVP, Financial Services, State Farm
  • Kevin Molloy, Chief Financial Officer, Guardian
  • Kamilah Williams-Kemp, EVP & Chief Product Officer, Northwestern Mutual 

 

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