Our Mission
To educate, engage and advocate for the global risk community.
Mission, Vision, and Goals
RIMS, the risk management society®, is a global not-for-profit committed to advancing the practice of risk management throughout the world. We bring networking, professional development, certification, and education opportunities to our membership of 10,000 risk management professionals in over 60 countries. Founded in 1950, the Society represents more than 3,500 industrial, service, nonprofit, charitable and government entities globally.Strategic Goals
Ensure a sustainable and adaptable organizational structure.
Equip risk professionals to succeed in an evolving environment.
Enhance engagement with members and the broader risk management community.
Expand RIMS influence worldwide.
Our Priorities
Innovate
Commitment to excellence, continued learning, expertise and stature of the risk professional and the risk management discipline
Develop
Understanding and developing our members, risk professionals and the risk management profession
Engage
Transparency, openness, and inclusiveness; active partners in value creation
Advocate
Expanding RIMS presence and awareness worldwide
Core Values
1. Strive for excellence
2. Embrace innovation
3. Foster collaboration
4. Act with integrity, respect, and humilty
5. Empower through learning and development
6. Strengthen and sustain the profession
7. Inspire and excite
Governance
RIMS Board of Directors is responsible for reviewing and approving the organization’s mission and strategic direction (above).
In order to ensure that all conflicts of interest, or the appearance thereof, within the organization and the Board are avoided or appropriately managed through disclosure, recusal, or other means, the Board utilizes a conflict of interest policy.
The Board also adheres to a reserve policy to ensure that the organization manages its funds responsibly.
Diversity & Inclusion Vision Statement
Join our global network
RIMS membership connects you with our global community of more than 10,000 risk professionals. Members receive complete access to all of our valuable content and networking opportunities.
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