DEI AT RISKWORLD
By prioritizing initiatives to build a diverse and inclusive community, we unlock limitless opportunities for the global risk community to collaborate and shape an innovative future. RISKWORLD® 2025 advances this commitment through a dynamic lineup of DEI-focused programs and events.
New at RISKWORLD 2025 in the DEI Studio
RIMS Virtual Career Fair
Attending RISKWORLD® 2025 in Chicago and looking to connect talent with opportunity? RIMS Virtual Career Fair is your gateway to building a more inclusive and dynamic workforce within the risk and insurance industry.
Employers: Post open positions across all experience levels and connect with job seekers onsite. Promote your organization's commitment to equity and inclusion while engaging with a diverse talent pool eager to grow their careers in risk management and insurance.
Register and post your open position on the RIMS Career Center
Job Seekers: Register to explore exciting career opportunities—from internships to executive roles—and connect with employers who value your unique background, skills, and perspective.
Whether you're hiring or seeking your next opportunity, RIMS Virtual Career Fair offers a meaningful space to engage, network, and take the next step forward—together.
Register and explore open positions on the RIMS Career Center
RIMS DEI Studio
Located at booth #737 in the vibrant Marketplace, the DEI Studio is a dynamic space fostering connection, learning, and idea exchange featuring:
Peer-to-Peer Educational Sessions
Sessions explore how advancing inclusivity and belonging are driving meaningful change throughout the risk management industry. Attendees will gain insight into how inclusive practices fuel talent development, organizational growth, and industry-wide innovation—even in the face of evolving societal and political dynamics.
Session topics include:
- Risk assessments and litigation outcomes
- Strategies to Build Diverse Talent Pipelines
- Navigating the Legal and Political Landscape of DEI
- Creating Neuro-Inclusive and Accessible Workplaces
- Harnessing Technology to Advance DEI
- Empowering Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Networks
Community MeetUps
RIMS Community MeetUps are designed to help you expand your network, elevate your voice, and explore leadership and development opportunities. Hosted in partnership with leading industry organizations—including NAAIA, APIW, LINK-USA, Rainbow Risk Alliance, AAIN, and others—each session offers a unique opportunity to engage with communities that reflect the evolving face of risk and insurance.
These 45-minute sessions offer intentional spaces for underrepresented professionals and allies to connect, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships that extend far beyond the conference.
Community MeetUps Schedule:
| Monday, May 5 10:25 AM | African American Community MeetUp |  |
| Monday, May 5 4:00 PM | LGBTQ+ Community MeetUp hosted by Link USA and the Rainbow Risk Alliance |
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Tuesday, May 6 | Women in Insurance Community MeetUp | 
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Tuesday, May 6 | Asian American and Pacific Islander Community MeetUp | 
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Tuesday, May 6 3:30 PM | DEI Practitioners Community MeetUp (new) |  |
Wednesday, May 7 | Latinx Community MeetUp |
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DEI After Dark: An Inclusive Networking Celebration
Tuesday, May 7
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tao Asian Bistro & Nightclub
632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654
🎟 Tickets: $75 General Admission
🔞 Must be 21+ to attend. Photo ID and wristband required for entry.
🕺 💃 DressCode: Smart, casual-elegant attire (no shorts, baseball caps, athletic wear, or flip-flops).
Back for its second year, DEI After Dark offers an engaging atmosphere featuring an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, a live DJ, and dancing. It's an opportunity to connect with peers, celebrate inclusivity, and support the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry.
Tickets can be purchased online through the RISKWORLD registration portal or onsite at the registration counter in the West Building of McCormick Place. Wristbands will be available for pickup at registration.
Don't miss this chance to be part of a memorable night that underscores the importance of inclusivity and community in risk management.
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Accessibility at RISKWORLD
RIMS is committed to ensuring a fully accessible and inclusive experience for all participants. To support this commitment, the following accommodations and services will be available throughout RISKWORLD:
- Wordly Real-Time Translation and Captioning: Live translation and captioning will be available in 60 languages via the Wordly platform. Instructions for accessing Wordly on your mobile device can be found in the conference mobile app and onsite. Please remember to bring your own headset or earphones.
- Assistive Listening Devices: These devices are available upon request. Please inquire at the registration desk or contact us in advance.
- Tranquility Room (W-182, West Building): This dedicated space is available for to anyone needing a quiet moment to relax and unwind.
- Accessible Signage: All public signage within McCormick Place includes raised lettering and Braille.
For a complete list of our accessibility efforts, please visit the RISKWORLD 2025 Accessibility Page: