RIMScast

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

The entire RIMS staff is working harder than ever to make RIMS Live 2021 unforgettable! In celebration of leading up to this exciting event, Justin Smulison is joined by the opening keynote speaker of the event — Duncan Wardle!

As Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, Duncan led the team that helped Imagineering, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Pixar, and Disney Parks to innovate, creating magical new storylines and experiences for consumers around the globe. As the founder of iD8 & innov8, he now brings his extensive Disney experience as an Innovation Speaker helping companies embed a culture of innovation into everyone’s DNA.

In this first part of a two-part interview, Justin and Duncan discuss his risk philosophies, key insights from his career, and the silver lining of COVID-19. Duncan also gives a preview of his April 19th RIMS Live 2021 keynote!

Don’t miss out on this fast-paced, exciting conversation!

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:26] About today’s episode.

[:45] About the upcoming RIMS LIVE 2021 virtual event on April 19–29, 2021!

[1:00] More about today’s episode with Duncan Wardle.

[1:36] Justin welcomes Duncan Wardle to RIMScast!

[1:42] The RIMScast audience and the RIMS Live 2021 audience is composed of international risk professionals, students, as well as business leaders and executives. What does Duncan believe are the top challenges these groups will face in the short- and long-term?

[3:07] Why purpose is so important.

[5:43] What does “pivoting” actually mean?

[5:59] Duncan’s insights about changes due to COVID-19 and the single silver lining that it has brought.

[7:56] Why pivoting will not be enough for most brands today.

[8:47] Upcoming RIMS educational offerings!

[9:41] Duncan shares how he would characterize his experience working with risk professionals throughout the course of his career. He also shares some insights on what he will be speaking about for his RIMS Live 2021 keynote, what innovation really looks like, and examples of innovation from his own career.

[17:50] Justin thanks Duncan Wardle for joining RIMScast and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Register now for RIMS LIVE 2021, April 19–29, 2021!

March 11, 2021 | Sponsored by Riskonnect: “Using RMIS as a Springboard to Integrated Risk Management”

March 17, 2021 | “The PAID Act: What Medicare Claims Payers Should Know in 2021” | A Free, RIMS Members-Only Webinar

March 18, 2021 | “The Life Cycle of a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC)” | Sponsored by Gallagher

April 6, 2021 | RIMS Presents: “How to Defeat Work-From-Home Burnout and Zoom Fatigue Using Neuroscience for Risk Management Professionals”

Upcoming RIMS Webinars

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

RIMS Virtual Workshops

Related RIMScast Episodes:

“Career Notes: RIMS Live 2021 Speaker Jade Simmons Talks Risk and Music” “Disruption and the Digital Age with Ward Ching”

“Risk in the Context of Music with Kai Kight”

“Women’s Advancement in the Risk Profession”

“Mindset Digital CEO Debra Jasper on Technology, Disruption, Social Media, and Communication”

“Monica Merrifield on Innovation and Strategic Risk Management”

Download any episode of RIMScast.

RIMS Publications, Content, and Links:

Risk Management Magazine

“Innovation vs. Negligence,” by Steven Minksy | RM Magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Risk Leaders Series

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Follow up with Our Guest:

Duncan Wardle’s LinkedIn

Duncan Wardle’s Website (iD8 & innov8)

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

Today’s guest uses the piano as a vehicle to provide audiences with inspiration, entertainment, and transformation that profoundly moves them. She was named as one of the best keynote speakers of 2019 by Northstar Meetings Group and she will be the RIMS Live 2021 Awards keynote speaker on April 26th, 2021!

Jade Simmons is a rockstar concert pianist, powerhouse speaker, inspiring author, and creator of transformational experiences that matter. She defies expectations by delivering riveting performances with passion and innovation at every turn.

You’re in for a real treat today with Jade! Justin and Jade talk risk management, her career journey, professional development, stage presence, Black History Month, performing virtually, the upcoming RIMS Live 2021 event, and key lessons from throughout her career. Jade even performs some off-the-cuff live music!

Don’t miss out on RIMScast’s most inspirational episode yet with Jade Simmons!

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:26] About today’s episode.

[:39] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[:55] More about today’s episode with Jade Simmons.

[1:19] Justin welcomes Jade Simmons to RIMScast!

[2:12] Jade introduces herself and explains why and when she began to pair the piano with motivational speaking.

[5:38] How is Jade able to play notes on the piano without looking at the keys?

[7:07] Jade shares some of the standout pieces of feedback she has received following a live appearance.

[8:56] Other elements Jade has considered adding to her performances.

[9:41] The other instruments that Jade can play.

[11:02] Gimmicks and surprises that Jade implements during her performances.

[12:22] Parallels that Jade has found between risk management and music.

[14:03] Once Jade committed to taking risks with her performances, were there any setbacks along the way? How did she overcome them?

[15:24] Jade shares an incredible preview of what her presentation will be like at the upcoming RIMS Live 2021 event.

[12:42] Upcoming RIMS webinars.

[21:34] What Jade’s experience has been like in the past year performing virtually.

[24:33] The power in “giving the audience the time of their life!”

[25:29] Jade’s inspirational origin story of her career (and a lesson in “quality over quantity.”)

[28:57] Why does Jade (and many other musical artists) memorize their pieces?

[29:58] Jade’s relation to Jade, the R&B group, as well as her other musical inspirations.

[32:16] Jade is the first Presidential Candidate to join RIMScast! What was it like for her to run for President in 2020?

[36:20] Jade shares about her interesting relationship with Black History month and how this year’s Black History Month has impacted her differently than previous years’.

[38:52] Jade Simmons plays RIMScast out with a beautiful piece.

[40:24] Justin thanks Jade Simmons for joining RIMScast once again and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Register now for RIMS LIVE 2021, April 19-29, 2021!

March 4, 2021 | Sponsored by Resolver: “Using a Scenario Analysis to Help you Manage HR-related Risks”

March 11, 2021 | Sponsored by Riskonnect: “Using RMIS as a Springboard to Integrated Risk Management”

March 17, 2021 | “The PAID Act: What Medicare Claims Payers Should Know in 2021” | A Free, RIMS Members-Only Webinar

March 18, 2021 | “The Life Cycle of a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC)” | Sponsored by Gallagher

Upcoming RIMS Webinars

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

RIMS Virtual Workshops

Related RIMScast Episodes:

“Disruption and the Digital Age with Ward Ching”

“Risk in the Context of Music with Kai Kight”

“Women’s Advancement in the Risk Profession”

“Mindset Digital CEO Debra Jasper on Technology, Disruption, Social Media, and Communication”

Download any episode of RIMScast.

RIMS Publications, Content, and Links:

Risk Management Magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Risk Leaders Series

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Visit Jade Simmons Online: JadeSimmons.com

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Follow up with Our Guest:

Jade Simmons’ Website

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

Justin Smulison’s guest today is management trailblazer and thought leader, Ward Ching! Ward wears many hats — several of which he is going to wear in today’s episode all about disruption, the digital age, and how risk professionals can leverage its data. Ward is a Managing Director at Aon, an Adjunct Professor at the USC Marshall School of Business, the RIMS-CRMP Chairman, and the recipient of the 2018 Harry and Dorothy Goodell Award.

But before hopping into the conversation with Ward Ching, Justin is briefly joined by Heather Sanderson of the Sanderson Firm to discuss the PAID Act and give a brief preview of the upcoming RIMS webinar she is leading. This 60-minute session will be held on March 17th, 2021, and is a free, members-only webinar presented by RIMS Advocacy, titled: “The PAID Act: What Medicare Claims Payers Should Know in 2021.”

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:26] About today’s episode.

[:34] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:41] Justin welcomes Heather Sanderson to RIMScast and together they share a preview of what to expect for the upcoming RIMS Advocacy webinar she is hosting.

[2:17] Heather shares why her name may be familiar amongst the risk community!

[2:48] Heather shares about the upcoming RIMS Advocacy webinar.

[4:49] Which professions and industries really championed the passing of the PAID Act?

[5:47] Where to listen to the rest of the exclusive webinar with Heather Sanderson.

[6:06] About today’s interview with Ward Ching.

[6:22] Justin welcomes Ward back to RIMScast!

[6:40] Justin and Ward reflect on the very first episode of RIMScast they recorded together.

[7:19] Ward explains the three hats he’s going to be wearing in today’s discussion: Chairman of the RIMS-CRMP Commission, the Managing Director at Aon, and Adjunct Professor at the USC Marshall School of Business.

[7:57] Does Ward feel that “disruption” is a buzzword or something that has a deeper, or even evolved, meaning?

[10:14] Continuing to wear his hat as RIMS-CRMP Chair, Ward shares his insights on how the exam helps prepare risk professionals for risks in the current climate and the digital age of disruption.

[11:54] Putting on his educator hat, Ward speaks on how he feels the risk profession, historically, has looked at the concept of disruption.

[16:47] In the current revolutionary digital age, what is happening to these lines of coverage?

[20:51] Ward will be presenting at RIMS Live 2021. He shares a quick sneak preview for the global RIMScast audience on what they can expect!

[22:36] Ward shares about the work that he is doing with the Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management Council (SERMC).

[25:34] In 2018, Ward won the Harry and Dorothy Goodell Award. How did it feel? And did it take him by surprise?

[30:32] Justin thanks Ward Ching for joining RIMScast once again and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Register now for RIMS LIVE 2021, April 19-29, 2021!

Feb. 25, 2021 | Sponsored by Onspring: “Scaling Enterprise Risk Management in 2021 without Doubling Your Team”

 March 4, 2021 | Sponsored by Resolver: “Using a Scenario Analysis to Help you Manage HR-related Risks”

March 11, 2021 | Sponsored by Riskonnect: “Using RMIS as a Springboard to Integrated Risk Management”

March 17, 2021 | “The PAID Act: What Medicare Claims Payers Should Know in 2021” — A Free, RIMS Members-Only Webinar

Upcoming RIMS Webinars

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

RIMS Virtual Workshops

Related Content:

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

Harry and Dorothy Goodell Award

Related RIMScast Episodes:

“Trends and Critical Components to the Risk Management Profession with Ward Ching of Aon”

“Mindset Digital CEO Debra Jasper on Technology, Disruption, Social Media, and Communication”

Download any episode of RIMScast.

RIMS Publications, Content, and Links:

Risk Management Magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Risk Leaders Series

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Follow up with Our Guest:

Ward Ching’s LinkedIn

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

In this episode, RIMScast’s Black History Month coverage continues with a look at successful supplier diversity initiatives in risk and insurance with Rodney Johnson; the Vice President of Culture and Inclusion in the Business Division at Gallagher.

Measuring the success of a diversity initiative can be a challenge but assessing a supplier diversity initiative is one way to generate returns. In Justin and Rodney’s conversation today, they discuss how and why such initiatives are key to attracting and retaining Black and diverse talent in the risk profession year-round.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:26] About today’s episode.

[:41] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:16] More about today’s episode with Rodney Johnson.

[1:50] Justin welcomes Rodney to RIMScast!

[1:53] Rodney shares about the work that he does at Gallagher.

[3:13] Why Black History Month is unique in 2021 not only to Rodney personally but to the risk profession as a whole.

[4:56] What companies should do and think about during Black History Month.

[6:01] Rodney shares his insights on how he has seen companies wisely invest time and resources into diversity, equity, and inclusion in 2020.

[7:48] What Rodney feels are some of the risks that have been identified for failing to invest in Black talent in the risk profession.

[8:47] When does Rodney estimate that we’ll see the returns on the initiatives that were launched in 2020?

[9:40] Rodney highlights some of the key areas of improvement when it comes to investing in the talent pool currently in the risk profession. He also shares how these improvements can help attract the younger generation of talent.

[12:22] About upcoming RIMS webinars!

[13:00] As a strong proponent of diversity supplier programs, Rodney shares how they can generate positive outcomes.

[15:41] About Rodney’s background in the risk field.

[16:49] When Rodney first entered the profession, would he say that there were not many Chief Diversity Officers?

[18:44] Beyond the diversity supplier program, what is Rodney’s strategy to engage allies within the workplace and across the profession?

[22:20] Justin thanks Rodney Johnson for joining RIMScast and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Register now for RIMS LIVE 2021, April 19-29, 2021!

Feb. 18th, 2021 | RIMS Board Governance Task Presents: “Boardroom Diversity in 2021” — This first session will be free for members and non-members!

Feb. 25, 2021 | Sponsored by Onspring: “Scaling Enterprise Risk Management in 2021 without Doubling Your Team”

 March 4, 2021 | Sponsored by Resolver: “Using a Scenario Analysis to Help you Manage HR-related Risks”

March 11, 2021 | Sponsored by Riskonnect: “Using RMIS as a Springboard to Integrated Risk Management”

Upcoming RIMS Webinars

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

RIMS Virtual Workshops

Related Content:

RIMS Diversity & Inclusion Vision Statement

RIMS D&I Three-Year Strategy

RIMS Professional Report: “Understanding and Adapting to Your Remote Workforce,” by RIMS D&I Council Chair Teressa Betty

RIMS Risk Management Talent 2025 Report

Gallagher and Supplier Diversity

Related RIMScast Episodes:

“Black History Month 2021 and the Risk Profession with Tammy Franklin of Marsh”

“Diversity Lessons and Looking Forward with RIMS DI&E Council”

“Pride Month 2020 with RIMS D&I Council Members, Kevin Thomas, and Victoria Nolan”

“Talking Diversity at the RIMS ERM Conference 2019”

“The Current State of the Risk Management Profession’s Talent Supply, Future Outlooks, and the Influence of Diversity and Inclusion Programs”

“Key Takeaways from RIMS NeXt Gen Forum 2019”

“Robert Cartwright Jr. on his RIMS Presidency and the Future of RIMS”

Download any episode of RIMScast.

RIMS Publications, Content, and Links:

Risk Management Magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Risk Leaders Series

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Follow up with Our Guest:

Rodney Johnson’s LinkedIn

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

Today’s guest is Tim Nelson, the International Development Director for Slave-Free Alliance and Hope for Justice. January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, but although the month has passed, it still does not mean the fight to end slavery is done.

In this episode, Tim talks about how human trafficking and slavery is a huge risk to company supply chains and businesses. Many people do not know what’s under their hood when it comes to the workers they hire. It is in the interest of everyone that you vet your third-party hiring or recruitment companies, facilities, and more. Tim shares how companies and individuals can spot the tell-tale signs of a human trafficked victim, how Hope for Justice was formed, and much more.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:28] About today’s episode.

[:37] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:05] More about today’s episode with Tim Nelson.

[1:45] Justin welcomes Tim to RIMScast!

[1:55] Tim shares a bit about his background and what he does for Hope for Justice and Slave-Free Alliance.

[4:10] Twenty-seven million people are held in slavery across the world and there is something you can do about this. We can end human trafficking in our lifetime.

[4:40] Not every business takes slavery seriously, but there is a shift happening in our culture.

[6:05] What makes a good or bad business? Do they have a protocol on what to do if they discover human trafficking happening in one of their factories?

[7:25] Most companies are not doing enough due diligence.

[8:50] What have governments been doing to respond/counter human trafficking?

[10:33] Tim breaks down his process on how a company can see if their facilities are employee- and ethnically-friendly.

[14:25] Some individuals are not even aware that they are a victim of slavery until you show them that their wages have been stolen/taken.

[15:05] One woman had been a slave in the United States for 33 years.

[18:15] How have human traffickers adapted to COVID-19?

[19:38] Individuals are sold for as little as $100–$200.

[21:40] Tim shares how Hope for Justice is expanding to help combat slavery throughout the U.S.

[22:45] Recently, 33 children were rescued in California. Do Tim and his NGO help with police investigations?

[26:05] Tim is faced with devastating stories on a regular basis; how does he emotionally cope while moving forward on this important work?

[27:45] Hope for Justice is disrupting serious organized crime with a lot of money on the line and members of staff have been put in danger because of it.

[29:25] Victims of slavery and human trafficking, unfortunately, return back to the very activities that made them victims (like prostitution). How can this be prevented?

[33:33] How do Tim and his co-workers blow off steam and have fun outside of work?

[35:45] You really do have the power to change the world.

[36:15] Tim shares some final words of wisdom to the risk management community.

[38:05] Justin thanks Tim Nelson for joining RIMScast and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Feb. 11th, 2021 | Sponsored by Travelers and Constitution State Services: “What COVID-19 Vaccines Mean for the Workplace in 2021” — Free for members and non-members!

Feb. 18th, 2021 | RIMS Board Governance Task Presents: “Boardroom Diversity in 2021” — This first session will be free for members and non-members!

Feb. 25, 2021 | Sponsored by Onspring: “Scaling Enterprise Risk Management in 2021 without Doubling Your Team”

 March 4, 2021 | Sponsored by Resolver: “Using a Scenario Analysis to Help you Manage HR-related Risks”

March 11, 2021 | Sponsored by Riskonnect: “Using RMIS as a Springboard to Integrated Risk Management”

Upcoming RIMS Webinars

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

RIMS Virtual Workshops

Resources about Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking:

National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Hope For Justice

Slave-Free Alliance

Related RIMS Content and RIMScast Episodes:

“How COVID-19 Has Impacted the Global Supply Chain with Thomas Cook”

“Human Trafficking: How Businesses Can Combat the Modern Slavery Epidemic”

“Gauging Corporate Human Rights Performance”

“Human Rights and Corporate Wrongs”

Risk Management Monitor Q&A with Tim Nelson (added Feb 12, 2021).

Download any episode of RIMScast.

RIMS Publications, Content, and Links:

Risk Management Magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Risk Leaders Series

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Follow up with Our Guest:

Tim Nelson’s LinkedIn

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

It’s February 2021, Black History Month. In recognition of this, RIMScast is bringing some fresh perspective on the state of the risk profession when considering Black employees and leadership. Joining Justin Smulison to facilitate this discussion is Tamara “Tammy” Franklin; the Chief Digital Data and Analytics Officer at Marsh. Tammy is also the Executive Sponsor of the African Heritage Employee Resource Group at Marsh.

In this episode, Tammy discusses some of her own experiences in the risk profession and offers her ideas on how employees and companies can successfully invest in Black talent. She shares how 2020 has impacted how companies are investing their time and resources in diversity, equity, and inclusion; some of the risks that have been identified for failing to invest in Black talent; and how we can all do our part in keeping the D&I dialogue alive and well.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:26] About today’s episode.

[:37] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:37] More about today’s episode with Tamara “Tammy” Franklin.

[2:11] Justin welcomes Tammy to RIMScast!

[2:19] Tammy shares about her background and career in risk management.

[3:27] When Tammy became a Chief Digital Data and Analytics Officer at Marsh, was that around the time when that title was gaining some notoriety?

[4:23] Tammy shares about her role at Marsh.

[5:20] Tammy’s thoughts on classic industry buzzwords.

[5:53] What Tammy thinks companies should think about and do during Black History Month when it comes to the profession of risk management.

[8:06] How 2020 has impacted how companies are investing their time and resources in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

[9:18] Does Tammy believe that some of the feelings of isolation from quarantining have gone hand-and-hand with some D&I initiatives?

[9:51] How that this “new normal” has become our regular way of life and business, does Tammy believe that the changes we’ve made now will continue on past the pandemic?

[10:45] What are some of the risks that have been identified for failing to invest in Black talent?

[11:30] Does Tammy feel that the risk profession has set a positive tone and meaningful example for Black professionals? Where does she feel that there can be an improvement?

[11:52] What is the best way to set a meaningful example for Black professionals in the risk professional? How can it be done?

[13:46] Tammy is the Executive Sponsor of the African Heritage Employee Resource Group at Marsh. She shares about this group and what it is that they’re doing.

[16:16] Tammy offers suggestions to listeners who want to keep the D&I dialogue alive and well.

[18:14] Should educational institutions be taking a page from what Tammy is doing and make this field known to students in high school and college?

[19:48] When Tammy first joined Marsh, what was her strategy to engage allies and how did she get involved with the Resource Group?

[23:09] Does Tammy feel that Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month in 2021 are more unique or special than in years’ past?

[24:12] Justin thanks Tamara “Tammy” Franklin for joining RIMScast and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Feb. 11th, 2021 | Sponsored by Travelers and Constitution State Services: “What COVID-19 Vaccines Mean for the Workplace in 2021” — Free for members and non-members!

Feb. 18th, 2021 | RIMS Board Governance Task Presents: “Boardroom Diversity in 2021” — This first session will be free for members and non-members!

Upcoming RIMS Webinars

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

Virtual Workshop — Feb. 5th, 2021: “Leveraging Data and Analytics for Continuous Risk Management” — Register Here!

RIMS Virtual Workshops

Related Content:

RIMS Diversity & Inclusion Vision Statement

RIMS D&I Three-Year Strategy

RIMS Professional Report: “Understanding and Adapting to Your Remote Workforce,” by RIMS D&I Council Chair Teressa Betty

RIMS Risk Management Talent 2025 Report

Related RIMScast Episodes:

“Diversity Lessons and Looking Forward with RIMS D&I Council”

“Pride Month 2020 with RIMS D&I Council Members, Kevin Thomas, and Victoria Nolan”

“Talking Diversity at the RIMS ERM Conference 2019”

“The Current State of the Risk Management Profession’s Talent Supply, Future Outlooks, and the Influence of Diversity and Inclusion Programs”

“Key Takeaways from RIMS NeXt Gen Forum 2019”

“Robert Cartwright Jr. on his RIMS Presidency and the Future of RIMS”

Download any episode of RIMScast.

RIMS Publications, Content, and Links:

Risk Management Magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Risk Leaders Series

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Follow up with Our Guest:

Tamara “Tammy” Franklin’s LinkedIn

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

Dr. Adrian Hyzler, the Chief Medical Officer of Healix International, joins RIMScast once again to provide an update on COVID-19 developments as of winter 2021.

COVID-19 remains a critical focus at RIMScast. Between the new surges, strains, and the rollout of vaccines, there is so much that risk professionals need to know to keep their businesses operational in addition to keeping their employees safe and informed.

In this update, Dr. Hyzler speaks about the UK lockdown due to the 27% rise in COVID-19 cases, the difficulties countries are facing in vaccine distribution, the new COVID-19 variants, and what businesses should avoid and embrace in the midst of the pandemic.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:27] About today’s episode.

[:37] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:57] More about today’s episode with Dr. Adrian Hyzler.

[2:19] Justin welcomes Dr. Hyzler back to RIMScast!

[2:39] Currently, the UK is in the middle of a lockdown due to a major incident (a 27% rise in COVID-19 cases between December 30th and January 6th.) What has this experience been for Dr. Hyzler during this?

[4:09] How confident is Dr. Hyzler that we will be able to combat the new variant of COVID-19?

[5:54] The UK has introduced mandatory coronavirus testing for all international arrivals and extended a southern Africa travel ban to curb a new Covid-19 variant. Does Dr. Hyzler see this as being an effective ban?

[11:01] Does Dr. Hyzler feel that people got a little too confident over the spring and summer of 2020 as the numbers plateaued for a little bit? And ultimately, that’s why we saw this resurgence in numbers (and still continue to see it now in January of 2021?)

[12:37] Dr. Hyzler discusses some of the difficulties countries are facing in vaccine distribution.

[14:51] Dr. Hyzler knows many people that have gotten the COVID-19 vaccine. He shares what their experience was like and how the vaccine works.

[17:48] Why is it possible that someone is still able to get infected with COVID-19 after receiving the vaccination?

[19:32] How employers and risk professionals can use the publicly available COVID-19 information to protect their employees and prevent onsite spread.

[23:15] Does Dr. Hyzler feel that world leaders, celebrities, and politicians filming themselves getting the vaccine is an effective way to promote it? And does he think that business leaders may take a cue from that?

[25:13] Strategically, is there anything that Dr. Hyzler feels that businesses should avoid or embrace in the midst of the pandemic?

[30:50] Justin thanks Dr. Adrian Hyzler for joining RIMScast once again and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Jan. 28th, 2021 | “Strengthening Risk Management Capabilities to Navigate Social & Economic Concerns in Nigeria” — Register Today!

Feb. 11th, 2021 | Sponsored by Travelers and Constitution State Services: “What COVID-19 Vaccines Mean for the Workplace in 2021” — Free for members and non-members!

Feb. 18th, 2021 | RIMS Board Governance Task Presents: “Boardroom Diversity in 2021” — This first session will be free for members and non-members!

Upcoming RIMS Webinars

On-Demand Webinars

Virtual Workshop — Feb. 5th, 2021: “Leveraging Data and Analytics for Continuous Risk Management” — Register Here!

RIMS Virtual Workshops

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

Risk Management magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS Risk Leaders Series | “2015 RIMS President Rick Roberts” — Just added!

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Download any episode of RIMScast.

Previous Episode with Dr. Adrian Hyzler:

“An Update on COVID-19 with Dr. Adrian Hyzler Part 2” — Jun. 30th, 2020

“An Update on COVID-19 with Dr. Adrian Hyzler” — Jun. 23rd, 2020

“COVID-19 Update with Dr. Adrian Hyzler of Healix Global” — Apr. 28th, 2020

“What Risk Professionals Should Know About the Coronavirus with Richard Lewis and Dr. Adrian Hyzler” — Feb. 18th, 2020

Related Articles:

“UK extends travel ban to Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia, Lesotho, and Mozambique,” by CNN’s Zahid Mahmood

“UK Introduces Mandatory COVID-19 Testing for All Arrivals,” by CNN’s Zahid Mamood and Sarah Dean

“Yes, You Can Still Get Infected with COVID-19 After Being Vaccinated. Here’s Why,” by CNN’s Eric Levenson

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Dr. Adrian Hyzler

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

Joining Justin today is RIMScast’s favorite recurring guest, RIMS Director of Government Relations, Whitney Craig!

Events in Washington D.C. at the end of 2020 and the beginning of 2021 have had a major impact on the world and RIMS Advocacy efforts in the United States. In this episode, Whitney updates RIMS members and the greater risk management community on RIMS Advocacy, what RIMS has in store for 2021, and her thoughts on various post-election events. She also discusses the RIMS Board Governance Task Force webinar series that is launching in  February 2021!

Tune in and don’t miss out on Whitney’s important advocacy update to kick off 2021!

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’s Global Membership.

[:27] About today’s episode.

[:35] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:39] More about today’s episode with Whitney Craig.

[2:02] Justin welcomes Whitney back to RIMScast!

[2:10] Picking up from their last discussion on RIMScast, Whitney shares an update on the run-offs in Georgia (that would dictate whether or not there would be a majority in the Senate), and why it is important news for RIMS.

[4:37] Whitney elaborates on what a 50/50 Senate means.

[6:08] As the face and the voice of RIMS Advocacy, Whitney shares what RIMS has in store for 2021.

[6:48] Is the Pandemic Insurance Initiative the same thing as PRIA?

[8:06] Whitney gives an update on the NFIP initiative and her hopes for it.

[9:49] What RIMS members should know when it comes to cyber.

[11:42] Why the PAID Act (Provide Accurate Information Directly Act) was a significant victory for RIMS.

[13:30] Whitney shares about the upcoming webinar series she is working on in collaboration with RIMS Board Governance Task Force.

[14:58] Whitney speaks about the riots at the Capitol last week and what was going through her mind as she watched the events unfold.

[18:11] Justin thanks Whitney Craig for joining RIMScast once again and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes!

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

Risk Management Monitor: “Paid Act Becomes Law” from Dec. 17th, 2020

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Webinar: Jan. 28th, 2021 “Strengthening Risk Management Capabilities to Navigate Social & Economic Concerns in Nigeria” — Register Today!

On-Demand Webinars

Virtual Workshop — Feb. 5th, 2021: “Leveraging Data and Analytics for Continuous Risk Management” — Register Here!

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

Risk Management magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Download any episode of RIMScast.

Previous Episodes with Whitney Craig:

“Post-Election Update with Whitney Craig” — Nov. 17th, 2020

“Legislative Summit 2019 Roundup with Whitney Craig, RIMS Government Relations Director” — Oct. 29th, 2019

“Advocacy Update with Whitney Craig, RIMS Government Relations Director” — Jun 11th, 2019

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Whitney Craig’s LinkedIn

Whitney Craig’s RIMS Community Profile

Email: [email protected]

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

Today’s guest is Betty Clarke, the Manager of Corporate Risk and Recovery for the City of St. John’s! In December of 2020, ORIMS honored and acknowledged her with the Donald M. Stuart Award, which is widely recognized as Canada’s highest honor within the risk management field. Since 1979, the award has celebrated Canadians who have made outstanding contributions to the profession. 

In this episode, Betty speaks about her career and the steps that she has taken that have led her to these proud moments! She also speaks about the unique challenges she and the City of St. John’s have faced in 2020, how they are facing said challenges, how she is helping build a more “risk aware” culture within the City of St. John’s, and much more.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’ Global Membership.

[:25] About today’s episode.

[:31] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:44] More about today’s episode with Betty Clarke.

[2:16] Justin welcomes Betty Clarke to RIMScast!

[2:22] What originally drew Betty to risk management.

[5:19] When and why Betty joined RIMS.

[5:47] Betty provides some background on the City of St. John’s and why risk management is needed there.

[7:17] The unique challenges Betty has faced in 2020 and the steps she has been taking to address them.

[9:29] Is Betty regularly working with government officials and elected officials in the City of St. John’s?

[10:25] Betty recently completed the ICS I-300 in Emergency Management/Business Continuity. She speaks about this experience and explains what it is.

[12:17] What ‘ICS’ stands for in ICS-300.

[12:31] What does it mean to build a “risk aware” culture? How has Betty’s definition of it changed over time?

[13:51] Betty speaks about her role in building a risk-aware culture within the City of St. John’s as well as some key lessons.

[15:41] In December of 2020, Betty was presented with the Donald M. Stuart Award by ORIMS. Betty expresses her gratitude and shares why she is so honored to receive the award.

[17:50] Betty shares how her involvement with the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter of RIMS (NALRIMS) has enhanced or furthered her career.

[19:47] Betty shares some advice for rising risk professionals.

[20:53] Justin thanks Betty Clarke for joining RIMScast and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes.

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS News Release: “RIMS Ontario Chapter Honors Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Clarke with the 2020 Donald M. Stuart Award”

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

RIMS Ontario Chapter (ORIMS)

RIMS Canada Council (RCC)

Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter of RIMS (NALRIMS) 

RIMS Webinars and Services:

Jan. 21st, 2021 — Risk Appetite Management Virtual Workshop — Register by Jan. 14th!

Webinar: Jan. 28th, 2021 “Strengthening Risk Management Capabilities to Navigate Social & Economic Concerns in Nigeria” — Register Today!

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

RIMS Content and Offerings:

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

Risk Management magazine

Risk Management Monitor

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Download any episode of RIMScast.

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

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Follow up with Our Guest:

Betty Clarke’s LinkedIn

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.

In today’s special episode of RIMScast, Justin Smulison is joined by a former co-worker from early in his career — Kate Fazzini! Kate is the CEO of Flore Albo; a strategic cybersecurity communications firm that is focused on simplifying the biggest education, training, and awareness challenges in the industry. You may remember Kate from her years as a reporter for CNBC and the Wall Street Journal, or, more recently, as a presenter during the ERM Virtual Conference 2020. She is also the author of the 2019 non-fiction book, Kingdom of Lies: Unnerving Adventures in the World of Cybercrime.

In their conversation, Justin and Kate discuss cybersecurity and resilience, specifically shining a light on the cybersecurity stories that are impacting governments and businesses today. Kate shares her insights on the Google outage, the New York State DMV phishing scam, the December government agencies hack, and more. She also gives her advice on what risk leaders can do to mitigate these risks, as well as establish the messaging of their organization post-breach. This conversation is incredibly timely so don’t miss out!

Key Takeaways:

[:01] About RIMS’ Global Membership.

[:27] About today’s episode.

[:38] Current RIMS features, offerings, news, and events.

[1:31] More about today’s episode with Kate Fazzini.

[2:17] Justin welcomes Kate Fazzini to RIMScast!

[2:25] Kate shares her insights on the Dec. 14th Google outage (that impacted Google Docs and Youtube) and whether Google reacted in a way that she would’ve advised.

[4:35] Does Kate feel that this Google outage and how the public reacted is indicative of how dependent we are on the company and other big providers?

[7:32] Kate’s predictions on what these sorts of outages will lead to.

[8:56] Kate shares her thoughts and insights on the fairly recent New York State DMV text message phishing scam.

[11:20] Why people are more vulnerable to scams more than ever this year, and the practices you can put in place to not put yourself at risk.

[12:53] In early December it was announced that government agencies were hacked by suspected Russian hackers. Kate outlines the details of this hacking and why this story interests her.

[15:48] If a risk leader were to experience a cyber breach in their company, what advice would Kate give them? In particular, what could they do to establish the messaging of their organization?

[17:44] Following a breach, how would a risk leader determine how quickly they should be putting out their message?

[20:01] Does Kate predict that more cybersecurity specialists may be getting more calls in 2021? And what are some of the ways companies can mitigate cyber risks?

[21:26] Justin congratulates Kate on her new book, Kingdom of Lies: Unnerving Adventures in the World of Cybercrime.

[21:43] What was it like to work a full-time job and write an entire novel?

[22:32] About the new book Kate is currently working on.

[23:20] Kate shares some parting words of wisdom for the global risk community for 2021 and beyond.

[24:03] Does Kate think that the COVID-19 vaccine may tie into any future scams?

[24:56] What does Kate think is next for somebody like Chris Krebs (the former Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency in the United States Department of Homeland Security?)

[27:03] Justin thanks Kate for joining RIMScast and shares some of the links to check out in this episode’s show notes.

Mentioned in this Episode:

RIMS ERM Conference 2020 — Access the On-Demand Sessions! — Available through January 5th, 2021

RIMS Risk Forum 2020 India — Register for On-Demand Content!

RIMScast — More Cybersecurity Interviews

Kingdom of Lies: Unnerving Adventures in the World of Cybercrime, by Kate Fazzini

Flore Albo LLC

“New York State DMV Warns of Text Message Phishing Scam”

RIMS Webinars and Services:

RIMS Webinar: Jan. 28th, 2021 “Strengthening Risk Management Capabilities to Navigate Social & Economic Concerns in Nigeria” — Register Today!

RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer

On-Demand Webinars

RIMS Content and Offerings:

RIMS Coronavirus Information Center

Risk Management magazine

Risk Management Monitor:

“NCSA and NASDAQ Advise Risk Managers to Look ‘Beyond IT’ Following a Breach”

“10 Lessons Learned from Breach Response Experts”

“Do You Speak Digital?”

RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)

RIMS-CRMP Stories

RIMS and Marsh Study: “Excellence in Risk Management India 2020”

Marsh/RIMS Study: “Pandemic, Cyber-Attacks, and Data Fraud Remain Top Risk Concerns for Indian Companies”

RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!

Download any episode of RIMScast.

Want to Learn More?

Keep up with the podcast on RIMS.org and listen on iTunes.

Have a question or suggestion? Email: [email protected].

Join the Conversation!

Follow @RIMSorg on Facebook and Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Follow up with Our Guest:

Kate Fazzini’s LinkedIn

Company: Flore Albo LLC

Tweetables (For Social Media Use):

“[With] COVID-19, people are going to be very desperate to get their tax return back. They’re going to be more … emotionally involved … if they get bills that they’re not expecting. The way … scammers make their money is by getting you emotionally involved.” — Kate Fazzini

“This time of year, combined with what we’ve been through this year, people are just going to have to be twice as vigilant.” — Kate Fazzini

“[Risk leaders] are going to need to come up with what their response is going to be to [cyberbreaches]. And that can be difficult when we know so little information.” — Kate Fazzini

“I think that anybody in [a] risk management role will need to understand how their company is responding [to a cyber breach] and be able to answer those questions.” — Kate Fazzini

“Anything will happen [in 2021] in terms of risk. … cybersecurity is going to be an enormous issue in this coming year and we’re going to see some major, major changes in how workplaces deal with it. So get ready for that. Get ready for some policy changes.” — Kate Fazzini

“Vaccine scams are going to be enormous based on what we know. One thing that worries me is that there is an enormous problem of counterfeit drugs. … Please don’t buy a Coronavirus vaccine off the internet.” — Kate Fazzini