EMBA vs. FSA, order of operations

I am putting together a long term education plan, and I am trying to determine the order in which I should pursue an MBA through an evening program (Kelley), an Associate in the Society of Actuaries, and Fellow in the Society of Actuaries. Or if the actuarial letters are worthwhile.

Some background on me, six years of experience in institutional insurance products, I currently have my CFA charter, undergrad was not worth even calling non target, but BS in finance. I am a protege that will be replacing my mentor in the next 2-3 years. I am our back and middle office, and half our front office (two person product team). Insuring ~$2B of short term investment grade.

I am also trying to figure out the feasibility of moving from the insurance to the asset management side.

Any suggestions welcome.

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