In this third and final episode of our mini‑series honoring the 2025 Distinguished Risk Manager Award recipients, guest host Miguel Delgado, Carnegie Mellon University, sits down with award‑winner David Parker, Pima Community College, to explore his remarkable and unconventional path into risk management. From early days as a school‑bus mechanic to accident reconstruction with law enforcement and ultimately leadership across Arizona’s public sector and higher education, David reflects on how curiosity, mentorship, and a willingness to rethink traditional approaches have shaped his more than 30‑year career. He discusses the evolution from traditional to enterprise risk management, the importance of viewing challenges through multiple lenses, and the pivotal role URMIA’s community has played in his professional growth. Beyond his career, David shares stories of civic service, disaster‑relief volunteering, and what he envisions for life after retirement—all of which illuminate why he was honored at URMIA’s Annual Conference in Las Vegas this past October. 

Show Notes 

David Parker, Executive Director, ERM, Ethics & Compliance, Title IX Coordinator - Pima Community College 

URMIA’s Distinguished Risk Manager Award 

Three Honored as Distinguished Risk Managers at URMIA Annual Conference 

Guest 

David Parker, Executive Director, ERM, Ethics & Compliance, Title IX Coordinator - Pima Community College 

Guest Host 

Miguel Delgado, Associate Vice President and Chief Risk Officer – Carnegie Mellon University 

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