geopoliticalrisk

Dive into the world of geopolitical risk management with GRI's own Derek Leatherdale a luminary in the field, in this insightful episode.

As a managing director at GRI Strategies, Derek brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at GSBC's and the Risk Coalition, offering a unique perspective on navigating the complexities of global geopolitical volatility.

In this episode, Derek shares his journey from intelligence work to pioneering HSBC's first geopolitical risk function, shedding light on the integration of geopolitical insights into corporate decision-making.

Whether you're a risk manager, a member of a risk committee, or just keen on corporate management and geopolitical risk, there's invaluable wisdom here for you.

Learn about the practical methodologies and frameworks that can be applied to assess and mitigate geopolitical risks effectively.

Discover how companies can not only navigate but also capitalize on geopolitical challenges, turning potential threats into profitable opportunities.

If you want to delve deeper, check out Derek's comprehensive Geopolitical Risk Management Course available on globalriskacademy.com, complete with tools like a self-assessment template and a business impact assessment methodology: https://globalriskacademy.com/p/georisk  

If you want to be our guest or suggest someone with expertise in Risk Management, Cyber Security, Sustainability, or a Chief Risk Officer role, send your email to info@globalriskconsult.com with the subject line "Podcast Guest Suggestion - [Your Name/Proposed Guest Name]."

CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction to Geopolitical Risk

1:08 - Career Insights: Derek Leatherdale

6:06 - Understanding Geopolitical Risk Management

6:48 - Identifying Geopolitical Risks

12:06 - Historical Analysis in Geopolitical Risks

14:18 - Geopolitical Risk Assessment Methodologies

17:08 - Capitalizing on Geopolitical Risks

21:44 - Geopolitical Risk Technology Advancements

24:47 - Common Geopolitical Risk Misconceptions

30:50 - Best Practices for Risk Managers

36:52 - Global Risk Academy Course Preview

38:10 - Final Thoughts on Geopolitical Risks

Today’s chief risk officers must not only contend with the economic impact and shock of the pandemic but also manage complex challenges like racial violence, climate change, geo-political change and global supply-chain failure.  Robert Sales, GARP’s Editorial Director, speaks with Brenda Boultwood, former senior vice president and chief risk officer at Constellation Energy, and who has served as a board member at both the Committee of Chief Risk Officers (CCRO) and GARP,  about what issues top risk executives should be prioritizing, and how standard risk management techniques help firms reinvent themselves and find timely answers to risk quandaries.

 

For more from Brenda on this topic, click here for her CRO Outlook Column in GARP’s Risk Intelligence area.

 

Speaker Bio

 

Brenda Boultwood is an independent risk management consultant. She is the former senior vice president and chief risk officer at Constellation Energy, and has served as a board member at both the Committee of Chief Risk Officers (CCRO) and GARP. Previously, she was a senior vice president of industry solutions at MetricStream, where she was responsible for a portfolio of key industry verticals, including energy and utilities, federal agencies, strategic banking and financial services. Before that, she worked in a number of risk management, business roles and as the global head of strategy, Alternative Investment Services, at JPMorgan Chase, where she developed the strategy for the company's hedge fund services, private equity fund services, leveraged loan services and global derivative services. She currently serves on the board of directors at the Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation.

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