Kinga Zielinska - Chairwoman
I’m Kinga, the chairwoman of the committee organising this year’s edition of the Actuarial Congress. I’m currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance at the University of Amsterdam. Alongside my studies, I work at a café, where I’ve been perfecting my latte art skills. In my free time, I love travelling, sports, and most recently, knitting.
I’m really excited to be leading the committee this year. We’re all working hard to make this year’s Congress stand out with some fresh ideas and interesting sessions, especially since the theme of artificial intelligence is so relevant right now and has been reshaping everyday life and the way we work.
Laura Wilde - Coordinator
My Name is Laura and this year I’m the coordinator of the Actuarial Congress 2026 committee. I’m currently the Internal Affairs and Secretary of the VSAE board which I enjoy a lot because it allows me to connect with many people and help organize exciting events like the Actuarial Congress. This year’s theme is about exploring the influence of Artificial Intelligence on the actuarial field and beyond and is especially relevant since AI is transforming the way we analyse data and make decisions. I’m really looking forward to seeing how our speakers and sessions bring these ideas to life and to making this year’s Congress a truly memorable edition!
Guus van Wijk - Acquisition & Promotion
My name is Guus, and I’m proud to be part of the Actuarial Congress 2026 committee. Within the committee, I’m responsible for acquisition and promotion together with my fellow committee member Helen. Our goal is to ensure that the Congress reaches a wide audience and that we connect with our partners to make the event a great success. I’m currently in my third year of the Bachelor’s program in Econometrics and Data Science, and at the moment I’m pursuing a minor in Mathematical Themes. I’m really excited about this year’s Actuarial Congress because the theme is both relevant and really interesting. It’s also a special experience to be part of the organizing committee and I can't wait to see everything come together during the Congress.
Helen Sandford - Acquisition & Promotion
Hi! My name is Helen and I’m part of the Actuarial Congress 2026 committee. Together with Guus, I’m responsible for acquisition and promotion, which means I get to connect with our partners and help make sure everybody knows about our event. I’m currently pursuing a Master’s in Econometrics, following the Financial Econometrics track.
In my free time, I love playing football and squash and I’m always up for some drinks and having fun with my friends. I’m really looking forward to helping make this edition of the Actuarial Congress, with the interesting theme of Artificial Intelligence, really successful.
Hanna Klein Koerkamp- Speakers
Hi! I’m Hanna, and I’m part of the Actuarial Congress 2026 committee. I’m currently pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Econometrics and Data Science. Within the committee, I’m responsible for the speakers and the overall content of the Congress, a role I really enjoy because it allows me to shape the story we want to tell throughout the day. I work closely with Angela, the Program Director of AEMAS/APC, and together we’ve chosen this year’s theme because it touches on some of the most pressing and fascinating developments of our time, from Artificial Intelligence to hybrid warfare and the shifting boundaries of human and machine intelligence. These topics are not only incredibly relevant today but will continue to challenge the actuarial field in the years ahead, demanding a more forward-thinking and adaptive mindset. I’ve always been a broadly interested person, and that’s exactly what I love about this role: even though the Congress centers around actuarial science, it gives me the opportunity to connect different worlds and disciplines. By doing so, I hope to highlight the importance of bridging professions and to show how progress often comes from looking beyond the borders of one’s own field.
Joris Neu - Magazine & Treasurer
Hi! My name is Joris, and I’m a third-year Bachelor’s student in Actuarial Science at the University of Amsterdam. I’m passionate about the world of risk and currently serve as Treasurer of this year’s Actuarial Congress. In this role, I oversee the congress’s finances and help ensure that everything runs efficiently behind the scenes. Additionally, I’m pleased to work together with Therese on the interesting congress magazine. Outside of studying and treasuring, I'm pursuing my long-term goal of visiting one hundred countries and I enjoy playing all kinds of racket sports.
I find this year’s topic on Artificial Intelligence particularly exciting, as its rapid development is transforming many professions, including the actuarial field itself.
Therese Comon - Magazine & Website
My name is Therese, and I am thrilled to be collaborating with Joris Neu on the magazine for the 2026 actuarial congress. I will also be responsible for the creation of its website. Currently, I am in my third year of econometrics and data science at UvA. During my free time, I enjoy playing tennis and travelling!
This year's congress plays a crucial role in exploring the relationship between AI, digital warfare and global tensions. I am confident it will offer many valuable insights and engaging discussions and I look forward to seeing everyone there!