Enterprise Risk Management Building an ERM Program from the Ground Up

Key Topics Discussed

• Building an enterprise risk management (ERM) program from scratch
• Creating a strong foundation for organizational risk management
• Gaining executive support and stakeholder buy-in
• Breaking down silos through relationship building
• Identifying and prioritizing enterprise risks
• Using risk assessments to guide strategic decisions
• Designing insurance programs that support organizational growth
• Building productive broker and underwriter relationships
• Business continuity planning and resilience strategies
• Managing supply chain risk in a global organization
• Navigating multinational insurance challenges
• Lessons learned for new and aspiring risk managers
• Why risk management offers diverse career opportunities

Key Takeaways

• Successful ERM programs begin with a clear understanding of an organization's most significant risks.
• Executive sponsorship is critical when building a risk management function.
• Relationships across departments are essential for identifying and managing risk effectively.
• Business continuity planning requires both strategic planning and operational knowledge.
• Insurance is one component of a broader risk management strategy.
• The right consultants, brokers, and service providers can accelerate program maturity.
• Risk management professionals can find opportunities across virtually every industry.

Featured Guest

Emily Buckley
Risk Manager, Specialized Bicycle Components

Emily leads risk management, insurance strategy, business continuity, and resilience initiatives at Specialized Bicycle Components. As the company's first dedicated risk manager, she has been instrumental in developing its enterprise risk management framework and strengthening organizational resilience across a global footprint.

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