RW2026

SESSION TRACKS & TYPES

 

Sessions will be continuously added. Please check back for updates.

 

TRACKS

 

ALTERNATIVE RISK TRANSFER

Strategies, tactics and key considerations for risk professionals when determining opportunities, outside of insurance, to address the financial implications of exposures.
 

Sponsored by    Alliant logo

 

CYBER AND TECHNOLOGY RISK

Methods and strategies for management of risks associated with changing and advancements in technology, information, and data collection​. 

Sponsored by    Alliant logo

 

INDUSTRY

Information related to a specific industry segment. (Education, Construction, Real Estate etc.)
 
 

INSURANCE, LEGAL, AND REGULATORY

Information, analysis and alternatives regarding insurance contracts, coverage and policies legislative decisions and regulations, including domestic and foreign, that affect risk management practices.
 
 

NEW RISK IN CONVERSATION

Spark meaningful conversations, enhance peer-to-peer learning, and deliver immersive workshops—empowering attendees with valuable insights and practical takeaways. 

 

RISK MODIFICATION/MITIGATION AND LOSS CONTROL

Framework and techniques for managing risk through assessment and management modification programs.
 

Sponsored by  Merrill Herzog logo

 

STRATEGIC AND ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT

Approaches for integrating risk management into processes and decisions related to strategy, operations, programs, and projects to create and protect value.
 
 

30-MINUTE PRESENTATIONS

NEW CAREER ELEVATION STAGE

Features 30-minute sessions focused on talent management and career development designed to empower risk professionals at every stage of their career. From Rising Risk Professionals to senior executives, these peer-driven sessions will help attendees advance in their professional journeys, thereby shaping the future of the industry.

NEW CASE STUDY AND TABLETOP STAGE

Features 30-minutes presentations showcasing organization's innovative approach to identifying, assessing and mitigating risk in real-world scenarios. RIMS is seeking engaging, solution-oriented case studies that highlight practical experiences.

GLOBAL STAGE

The Global Stage offers internationally focused educational sessions, as well as networking opportunities for attendees from around the world. Some sessions will be in different languages, however, WORDLY - the translation and closed captioning interface-will allow all attendees to learn and participate.

Sponsored by   Hylant logo


INNOVATION STAGE

The Innovation Stage is an educational experience that features exciting 30-minute presentations on the latest risk trends and issues in cyber, technology and artificial intelligence.

Sponsored by   The Hartford Logo


THOUGHT LEADER STAGE

The Thought Leader Stage features 30-minute interactive presentations that offer quick strategies for risk professionals to address a wide-range of emerging and dynamic risks and opportunities.

Sponsored by   SwissRe logo


SPECIAL TRACKS

RISING RISK PROFESSIONAL/STUDENT

Session recommendations by the Rising Risk Professional Advisory Group for risk professionals and future risk professionals under the age of 30. These interactive sessions will help you navigate the latest industry trends, network with peers, and prepare for what's next in the world of risk.

HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Hear from thought-leaders across multiple industries as they discuss ways to drive change in DE&I, workers compensation, employee benefits, claims management, workplace safety and so much more!

CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER

With cyber risk a top concern for all organizations, RISKWORLD will feature education sessions focused on elevating cybersecurity strategies and capabilities. Sessions in this track will explore: cyber enterprise risk management, ransomware best practices, the metaverse, the IT talent gap, autonomous systems, quantifying cyber controls and more.

LEGAL

Whether you’re a risk manager looking for additional insights into claims management issues or a practicing attorney looking for CLE credits, the legal track at RISKWORLD has something for you. Sessions will cover topics such as AI liabilities, the legal and insurance ramifications of challenges to DEI initiatives, and the growth of litigation funding, among others.

GLOBAL PROFESSIONALS

Curated sessions for international attendees will highlight the latest global risk management trends and more. These sessions are designed to help participants innovate within their organizations, influence the conversation on emerging challenges, and inspire action on the global stage.