Lourdes Afonso

Lourdes Afonso is a seasoned academic and actuarial professional with extensive experience in mathematics and actuarial consulting. Since 2000, Lourdes has held various positions at NOVA School of Science and Technology, currently serving as Professor Associado in the Department of Mathematics. Lourdes co-founded MAGENTAKONCEPT, Lda, where Lourdes has been the Managing Partner and Actuarial Consultant since 2012. Additionally, Lourdes is an Invited Associate Professor at NOVA IMS Information Management School, teaching life and non-life techniques. Leadership roles include President of Instituto dos Actuários Portugueses and Board Member of both the Actuarial Association of Europe and the International Actuarial Association. Lourdes has a PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Lisbon and has previously worked as an Appointed Actuary and Non-Life Insurance Actuary.