President: Vanessa Polidoro - vjp20@fsu.edu
Hi, I’m Vanessa Polidoro, a junior from Connecticut studying Actuarial Science, and I am the FSA President! So far, I have passed Exam FM, and am currently studying for Exam P. During my sophomore year I interned with Unum as a part of their Anaplan COE and was an actuarial intern at New York Life in their Tampa office in summer ‘22. Beyond FSA I am involved in Greek life and the Honors Student Association. I am so excited to meet everyone and lead this team! It’s going to be a great year - Go Noles!
Vice President: Chris Korloch - crk19@fsu.edu
Hey everybody, my name is Chris and I’m the Vice President for FSA. I took a break from school this past spring to intern in Denver and am excited to be back in Tallahassee with all of you this fall. I’m an active guy, I love going on the FSU Outdoor Pursuits trips, rock climbing, and playing basketball; if you ever want to do any of those hit me up. Besides that, my goal is to have a conversation with each of you this year so please don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s all work hard and have a great school year!
Director of Technology: Grace Alford - gca20@fsu.edu
Hey everyone, my name is Grace Alford and I am the Director of Technology for the FSA this year. I am a junior pursuing a dual degree in Actuarial Science and Pure Mathematics. So far, I have passed two actuarial science exams, FM and P. Over this past summer, I worked as an actuarial intern at Florida Blue in Jacksonville, FL. Aside from the FSA, I am involved in the Honors Program, Mortar Board Society, and Greek life. In my free time, I like to stay active and enjoy hiking, scuba diving, and skiing. I'm looking forward to getting more involved in the actuarial community and can't wait to meet everyone. I'm excited for a great year together!
Director of Corporate Outreach: Owen LaGrande - opl20@fsu.edu
Hey everyone! My name is Owen LaGrande and I am your Director of Corporate Outreach for the FSA this year. I am going into my junior year and I have passed FM so far! Outside of FSA, I am in multiple sports clubs and participate in many IM sports! I am really excited to meet everyone and hope everyone will succeed at the career fair! Let's have a great year together! Go Noles!
Director of Advising: Joe Kinnavy - jpk21c@fsu.edu
Hey guys! My name is Joe Kinnavy, and I’m a sophomore Actuarial Science major and your Director of Advising this year. I passed the FM exam this past spring, and I’m planning to take the P exam sometime this fall. Over the summer I interned at a small underwriting firm called Origin Specialty in Chicago (that is also where I’m from). Besides working and studying, I enjoy playing all sports and getting in a good lift. I hope that I can be of service to everyone this year by keeping you all engaged and informed about the major and profession. Don’t be afraid to reach out with any questions! I can’t wait to see everyone this fall!
Director of Activities: Somya Joshi - sj20f@fsu.edu
Hi everyone, I’m Somya and I am the director of activities for FSA this year. I grew up in Qatar and am a rising junior studying actuarial science. I have passed exam FM so far and am currently studying for Exam P. This year, I spent my summer interning at LTC Global in Fort Myers, FL. Along with FSA, I am one of the captains of my dance team called Seoula System. I am also serving as an honors colloquium leader this fall. I’m so excited to meet everyone and make this a great year for all of us!