As sustainability regulations reshape the global business landscape, risk professionals are increasingly expected to align enterprise risk management with evolving disclosure standards. In this RIMS 2025 session, Lisa Lipuma, Director of Enterprise Risk Consulting at Willis, discussed how integrating double materiality assessments can unlock long-term value by addressing both financial and impact risks. The discussion […]

Operating across borders introduces a unique set of risks that demand tailored insurance solutions and strategic oversight. In this session at RIMS 2025, Will Mule, Vice President and Global Risk Solutions Practice Leader at HUB International, examined the complexities of managing insurance programs for international operations, exploring global policy design, compliance considerations, and responsiveness. What […]

Fostering a culture of mental wellness in the workplace starts with awareness, advocacy, and supportive community-building. This session at RIMS 2025 explored how colleague resource groups can play a vital role in promoting mental health, driving inclusion, and creating more connected work environments. Speakers included: • Michelle Ryan – Client Director, AIG • Jenna Dempsey […]

Among the most difficult threats risk professionals face is the possibility of an armed individual causing harm to employees, students, or the public. While this devastating risk often lies beyond an organization’s direct control, there remains a clear expectation to address it with purpose and preparedness. This session at RIMS 2025 revisited crisis response strategies […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the risk management landscape, but understanding its capabilities and constraints is essential for responsible adoption. In this RIMS 2025 session, Steve Kappel, Corporate Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Safety National, and James Benham, CEO & Co-Founder of JBK, Terra, and The InsurTech Geek Podcast, explored the […]

In today’s rapidly evolving construction industry, effective risk management and insurance strategies are more critical than ever. This session at RIMS 2025 featured emerging trends and key challenges in construction risk. Through a collaborative discussion, risk professionals highlighted recent challenges. Presenters included: Cheryl Berman, Risk Manager at Brady West, Inc. Ted Dann, Real Estate & […]

To reduce injuries and control costs from musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), many employers use physical abilities tests during hiring. However, if not properly designed, these tests can lead to legal challenges and even scrutiny from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). This session at RIMS 2025, presented by Deborah Lechner, President at EgoScience, highlighted 10 common […]

Public entities today are navigating a wide range of complex and evolving risk challenges, from budget constraints and regulatory changes to reputational threats and operational disruptions. In this collaborative roundtable session at RIMS 2025, attendees engaged with a panel of experts to explore the most pressing issues impacting public sector organizations and exchanged real-world strategies […]

Product recalls pose significant risks to public safety, organizational finances, and brand reputation, yet many companies remain underprepared for the complexities they bring. In this session at RIMS 2025, Chris Harvey, Senior Vice President of Brand Protection at Sedgwick, shared strategies for building a robust recall response plan. Recall Landscape The U.S. has roughly 3500 […]

To achieve strategic success, risk management must move beyond compliance and play an active role in how enterprise objectives are established and pursued. This session at RIMS 2025 showed how enterprise risk management, operational assessments, analytics, and risk visualization can help leadership teams align priorities, consolidate critical data, and allocate resources more effectively – all […]