Albert Munanga, regional director of health & wellness at Era Living, shares how he worked his way up through the industry and details his nursing home’s response to COVID-19.

Vincent Foderingham details his 23 years in risk, the need for a more diverse workforce and what the industry will look like post-pandemic. 

Former RIMS president Robert Cartwright has been working toward a stronger, more diverse and inclusive risk and insurance industry through leadership, example and continued education for young professionals.

Austin Oldham talks about higher education risk management, how COVID has changed the game and his connection to enhancing the profession.

For Brett Dahl, education in the risk management profession is better than ever, but more can be done to promote this exciting career.

Hala Helm’s success in risk management is equal parts hard work and unconventional determination as she continues to refuse to stay in her lane.

Laura Langone, the 2020 president of RIMS, discusses the rise of Insurtech, a commitment to learning and why risk professionals need to break into boardrooms.

This risk manager wants to see the risk management profession become as respected a career path as being a banker, lawyer or engineer.

Rodney Escobar, director of risk management for the state of Tennessee, believes that to fuel successful risk management programs, risk managers must become savvy about using data to gain leadership buy-in.

This director of corporate operations believes risk management has done a great job of filling the talent gap, but it can do more to adopt helpful technologies into the fold.

This risk manager for Groupon says the ability within risk and insurance to innovate helps drive her focus and execute her vision.

Hanesbrands Inc.’s Vicki Telford talks AI, the hardening market, and the peril of reputational risk in the age of social media.

Joey Hayles of Crestwood Equity Partners talks technology, regulatory tribulations and the transition to a carbon-free future.

The risks facing higher education are always shifting, but keeping the focus on student safety and education helps Luke Figora stay ahead.

As risk manager for a major entertainment company, Brad Waldron says collaboration with outside parties is key to staying successful amid evolving consumer preferences.

The manufacturing industry has unique cyber exposures, and this risk manager knows it’s important to stay on top of the sector’s rapidly changing use of technology. 

Watching workers go home safe and injury-free is why this health and safety manager does his job.

Rebecca Cady at Children’s National is keeping on top of the growing risks impacting health care, including cyber security, reputational risk and maintaining vendor relationships.

Janine Kral works to identify and mitigate risks, building strong partnerships with leaders and ensuring they see her as support rather than a blocker. 

Meet Eric Dobkin, director, insurance and risk management, for Merck & Co. Inc.