While the world may seem more complex than ever, today’s risks are not new.
The current, wildly volatile and unpredictable risk landscape is a result of multiple risks imploding, compounding, and amplifying each other at the same time. This state of polycrisis has business leaders and risk professionals tossing and turning as they search for answers.
Would it be too predictable for me to say, “look no further than RIMS.”? Polycrisis requires polysolutions and engaging with RIMS continues to prove itself to be an invaluable advantage.
RISKWORLD is a great example. RIMS is ready to welcome more than 10,000 global risk professionals to Philadelphia (May 3-6) for the premier event of the year. Waiting for you will be more than 150 education sessions that explore strategies for addressing dynamic and emerging risks. The RISKWORLD Marketplace will host nearly 300 solution providers, each showcasing innovative tools and services to navigate each of the unique polycrisis that we are enduring.
Intentionally, the RISKWORLD program now features even more opportunities for risk professionals to connect, cultivate strategies, and collaborate. Here is what is new at RISKWORLD. Invest in your career and take advantage of the Advanced Registration Rate before it expires on February 28th.
RIMS Legislative Summit is another powerful solution. Scheduled for March 18-19 in Washington, DC, the Summit delves into critical regulatory matters that directly impact our work. It also gives attendees the opportunity to share those concerns with their elected officials. This year’s Summit will focus on third-party litigation funding, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act, the National Flood Insurance Program and Association Tax Reforms. Join RIMS as an advocate for the profession next month.
While we manage those polycrisis we can’t neglect to invest in our careers. RIMS Compensation Survey gives us the data to do that. The report dives into the impacts of education, experience, professional designations and certifications, and other demographics have on pay. The good news: risk professionals’ salaries are on the rise. I encourage you to leverage this data before starting that new job or taking on more responsibilities. Use this data to confidently advocate for the value that you provide to your organization. The report is free for RIMS members.
Addressing a polycrisis requires risk professionals to be proactive, collaborative, and focused on the future. Forty-three RIMS chapter leaders embodied that commitment when they gathered at the RIMS Leadership Forum in Orlando. Those passionate volunteers shared success stories, examined the state of the profession, and explored opportunities for chapters to continue to deliver value.
In that same spirit, I also want to acknowledge the Board of RIMS, The Foundation for Risk Management, met last week to discuss opportunities to fund and support the future of risk management.
These two groups are united by a shared focus on the future and a deep commitment to advancing the profession through leadership, service, and collaboration. I want to thank them for their dedication.
The big takeaway is that the key to addressing a polycrisis is preparation and collaboration. When we share ideas and experiences, we are better equipped to anticipate challenges, seize opportunities and achieve our goals. Let’s build a stronger, more resilient future for this profession together.
Sincerely,
Manny Padilla, RIMS-CRMP
RIMS 2026 President