James Schap

James Schap, FSA, MAAA, is a seasoned actuary currently serving as Principal Actuary at Blue Cross NC since June 2019, following progressive roles as Actuarial Analyst III, II, and I. Prior experience includes a Senior Actuarial Analyst position at Mercer, where James developed employee contribution strategies and customized pricing and valuation models. Earlier roles include an Intramural Sports Official at Campus Rec UNC, where James ensured a fair playing experience, and a Retirement and Investment Consulting Actuarial Intern at Aon Hewitt, focusing on retirement benefits and data analysis. Additional experience includes a Grade 7 Referee for the United States Soccer Federation and a Reinsurance Actuarial Intern at SCOR, where James analyzed cedent and retrocessionary treaties. James holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics and Analytics, with a specialization in Actuarial Science, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.