Private Credit Crisis: “Life & Annuity Industry Risk: What Happens When an Insurer Fails?” with Corwin Zass

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 11:00 am ET

The Capitol Forum will host a conference call with Corwin “Cory” Zass, Founder, Principal and Consulting Actuary at Actuarial Risk Management (ARM), to discuss emerging risks across the life & annuity industry and the potential consequences of financial distress or failure at an insurer.

The discussion will examine how actuarial and financial risks can develop within life insurers, the warning signs that may indicate growing financial strain, and how the failure of an insurer could affect policyholders, counterparties, regulators, guaranty associations, and the broader insurance market.

Cory will also discuss what regulators and market participants should be watching as the industry continues to evolve.

For assistance, contact: events@tcfpress.com.

The discussion topics will include:

  • Emerging financial and actuarial risks facing the life & annuity industry
  • Warning signs that may indicate financial strain at an insurer
  • The potential consequences of an insurer failure for policyholders, counterparties, and the broader market
  • How regulators and the industry can identify, manage, and contain emerging risks

Speakers:

Corwin "Cory" Zass

Corwin “Cory” Zass is Founder, Principal and Consulting Actuary at Actuarial Risk Management (ARM). A senior consulting actuary with more than 25 years of experience, he has advised life insurers on capital strategy, financial reporting, asset-liability management, risk management, product management, and mergers and acquisitions. His experience includes serving in a range of actuarial roles involving insurers, reinsurers, accounting firms, and regulatory examinations.

Your Host Teddy Downey

Executive Editor at The Capitol Forum

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