In this podcast episode, Megan interviews Adam Litke, the Chief Risk Officer of Bridger Insurance. Adam discusses his extensive career in risk management across various sectors, including insurance, banking, sales, trading, and software vending, and shares his definition of leadership as providing tools, clear expectations, and support to team members.
He addresses the challenges of building trust in remote teams and overcoming adversarial perceptions in risk management roles, particularly highlighting an instance during the financial crisis. Adam also reflects on how his leadership style has evolved from directive to more coaching-oriented, ensuring team members grow and find their own paths.