This document profiles 6 top risk managers: Charles Gillenwater, the risk manager for the City of Mesquite who has overseen risk for its 1,100 employees and 140,000 residents; Ben Golding, vice president of insurance for Hunt Consolidated who manages worldwide insurance risk assessment; John Mayfield, director of risk management for Cognizant Technology Solutions who oversees global insurance procurement and North American health and safety claims; Dorina Hertner, director of corporate insurance and risk management for 7-Eleven who leads risk management for its 10,300 North American stores; Don McLaughlin, vice president of risk management for Trinity Industries who oversees international insurance programs; and Helen Irizarry,
The document discusses the development of risk management as a profession. It notes that as risks have become more interconnected, elevating risk management standards through education and certification is important. The Federation of European Risk Management Associations (FERMA) has created a certification program to establish pan-European standards for training and practice. This program aims to bring greater professional recognition for risk managers and value to businesses.
This document summarizes the key findings of a survey conducted by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services on leadership in risk management at European companies. The main points are:
1) Responsibility for risk management is increasingly concentrated at the top levels, with either the CRO, CEO/CFO, or board having direct responsibility at many companies.
2) Companies are emphasizing strong board engagement and regular communication with the C-suite on risk exposures. However, communication between the C-suite and CRO needs improvement at some companies.
3) While risk management is aligning with company strategies, companies are making less progress integrating it into strategic projects like mergers. Adopting risk-based incentives is also slow
This document summarizes a presentation on leading risk culture change by Linda Conrad of Zurich, Paul Walker of St. John's University, and Johan Willaert of Agfa Corporate Center. It discusses establishing leadership support for enterprise risk management (ERM), defining the scope of risk initiatives, mapping strategic risks, conducting risk assessments, setting action plans, and periodically reviewing risk management processes. The presentation emphasizes aligning ERM with business strategy, quantifying risks, gaining senior management buy-in, and communicating with stakeholders to develop a proactive risk culture.
Andrews International is a global security firm that provides uniformed security, consulting and investigations, personal protection, special event security, and specialized training. It has been in business for over 9 years on average per client, with a 95% retention rate. Andrews International is one of the top five largest private security firms in the US based on size and revenue.
This document discusses enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks at two companies - Infosys and Rolls Royce. It finds that both companies manage risks through a mixture of internal management techniques and standard risk management processes. A risk managing culture is evident in both companies' management philosophies. The ERM programs at both include components like internal environment oversight, control activities, information/communication, and monitoring roles.
Understanding Risk Management Basics for Business Owners (Series: Business Pr...Financial Poise
This webinar provided an overview of basic risk management concepts for business owners. It discussed the five steps of the risk management process, introduced the three main types of loss exposures, and reviewed five types of risk control. It also covered insurance distribution channels, insurer roles, and policy elements. Additionally, the webinar discussed safety considerations for employees working from home during the pandemic and general best practices for risk mitigation.
Alexander Levine is an experienced insurance broker specializing in complex casualty insurance programs. He has over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, previously working at major brokerage firms like Marsh and Johnson & Higgins. He has expertise in areas like actuarial analysis, program structuring, negotiating placements, and developing training programs. Currently, he offers services as an independent broker focused on analyzing coverage needs and structuring optimal insurance solutions.
The document discusses the development of risk management as a profession. It notes that as risks have become more interconnected, elevating risk management standards through education and certification is important. The Federation of European Risk Management Associations (FERMA) has created a certification program to establish pan-European standards for training and practice. This program aims to bring greater professional recognition for risk managers and value to businesses.
This document summarizes the key findings of a survey conducted by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services on leadership in risk management at European companies. The main points are:
1) Responsibility for risk management is increasingly concentrated at the top levels, with either the CRO, CEO/CFO, or board having direct responsibility at many companies.
2) Companies are emphasizing strong board engagement and regular communication with the C-suite on risk exposures. However, communication between the C-suite and CRO needs improvement at some companies.
3) While risk management is aligning with company strategies, companies are making less progress integrating it into strategic projects like mergers. Adopting risk-based incentives is also slow
This document summarizes a presentation on leading risk culture change by Linda Conrad of Zurich, Paul Walker of St. John's University, and Johan Willaert of Agfa Corporate Center. It discusses establishing leadership support for enterprise risk management (ERM), defining the scope of risk initiatives, mapping strategic risks, conducting risk assessments, setting action plans, and periodically reviewing risk management processes. The presentation emphasizes aligning ERM with business strategy, quantifying risks, gaining senior management buy-in, and communicating with stakeholders to develop a proactive risk culture.
Andrews International is a global security firm that provides uniformed security, consulting and investigations, personal protection, special event security, and specialized training. It has been in business for over 9 years on average per client, with a 95% retention rate. Andrews International is one of the top five largest private security firms in the US based on size and revenue.
This document discusses enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks at two companies - Infosys and Rolls Royce. It finds that both companies manage risks through a mixture of internal management techniques and standard risk management processes. A risk managing culture is evident in both companies' management philosophies. The ERM programs at both include components like internal environment oversight, control activities, information/communication, and monitoring roles.
Understanding Risk Management Basics for Business Owners (Series: Business Pr...Financial Poise
This webinar provided an overview of basic risk management concepts for business owners. It discussed the five steps of the risk management process, introduced the three main types of loss exposures, and reviewed five types of risk control. It also covered insurance distribution channels, insurer roles, and policy elements. Additionally, the webinar discussed safety considerations for employees working from home during the pandemic and general best practices for risk mitigation.
Alexander Levine is an experienced insurance broker specializing in complex casualty insurance programs. He has over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, previously working at major brokerage firms like Marsh and Johnson & Higgins. He has expertise in areas like actuarial analysis, program structuring, negotiating placements, and developing training programs. Currently, he offers services as an independent broker focused on analyzing coverage needs and structuring optimal insurance solutions.
David Carothers is a risk management advisor with Praxiom Risk Management. He has years of experience providing commercial property and casualty insurance placement, especially for technology and life sciences companies. Carothers holds various insurance industry designations and licenses. Prior to his insurance career, he held management positions with Fortune 500 companies, bringing a unique perspective to helping clients reduce costs. He is involved in several civic organizations in the Tampa area.
Dindi DeAngelo is the managing partner and co-founder of Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. She has over 15 years of experience in risk management, safety, and business operations. Dindi provides risk management solutions for clients across various industries and serves as a risk management consultant. Prior to founding Praxiom, Dindi held several risk management roles with increasing responsibilities, implementing programs that reduced losses and received awards for her work.
Dindi DeAngelo is the managing partner and co-founder of Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. She has over 15 years of experience in risk management, safety, and business operations. Dindi provides risk management solutions for clients across various industries and also serves as a managing partner and consultant for The Integrita Group, a risk management consulting firm. Prior to founding her own companies, Dindi held several risk management roles with increasing responsibilities, implementing programs that significantly reduced losses. She has a bachelor's degree in biological and biomedical science and a master's in public health.
Internet and Social Media Monitoring and Investigations with BiosAndrew Dailey, CPP
Crisis Management Consulting, LLC provides internet and social media monitoring, investigations, and threat mitigation services to identify risks and threats to companies, executives, and employees. They monitor for issues like disgruntled former employees damaging a company's brand or threats being made against executive staff. Their services include threat identification, risk management advice, monitoring social media and the internet to find vulnerabilities, and crisis management alert systems. They can provide baseline packages to monitor for personal information disclosure and executive social media audits, as well as translation services. The company understands business threats and can help manage risks through their experience in threat mitigation.
The document provides an overview of classic credit products and their building blocks, including:
- Basic building blocks include principal, interest, notional amount, and maturity date. Mid-level blocks join these and include bonds, loans, and structured products.
- The most important instruments are discussed in detail, such as bonds, loans, and structured products like collateralized debt obligations.
- Different types of bonds, loans, and their key characteristics are defined.
Marc D. Schein is a Risk Management Consultant at Marsh & McLennan Agency who assists clients by customizing comprehensive commercial insurance programs. He conducts a Total Cost of Risk assessment to determine any gaps in coverage. Marc collaborates with an insurance team to examine client programs and develop customized solutions to transfer risk and improve coverage while minimizing premiums. Marc has experience in industries including food services, manufacturing, accounting, law, non-profits, and real estate. He holds the CIC and CLCS designations and speaks on issues like data breaches and cyber security.
The document discusses a panel discussion on business risks and financing trends for California companies. The panelists include professionals from SingerLewak LLP, ROTH Capital Partners, and Sheppard Mullin law firm. Troy Snyder from SingerLewak discusses the top 10 business risks, including emerging markets, talent management, economic recovery concerns, access to credit, and increased regulation. David Enzer from ROTH Capital Partners reviews venture capital and financing trends in California. Jamie Mercer from Sheppard Mullin discusses recent trends in private investment in public equity (PIPE) deals and other financing structures. The panel then discusses regulatory reporting requirements and M&A activity.
This document provides information on the staff of the PEO & Staffing Risk Management Team at Baldwin Krystyn Sherman Partners (BKS). It introduces the leadership and various advisor, client service, risk mitigation, marketing, and analytics teams. Key members are described, including their roles and backgrounds. The teams appear to provide risk management, insurance, and consulting services focused on industries including professional employer organizations and staffing.
Maven UK provides a suite of risk management products and services including business resilience, crisis communication, brand protection, information security, risk reviews, economic espionage prevention, vetting processes, and event security. They employ experienced consultants with backgrounds in security, communication, finance, policing, and private industry. By partnering with Maven, clients gain strategic risk management expertise integrated into their overall business operations and culture.
John C. Keller is a Risk Management Advisor with Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. He has several years of experience providing risk management solutions and insurance programs for middle market companies across multiple industries. He holds various insurance licenses and designations, including Associate in Risk Management and Accredited Advisor in Insurance. Prior to joining Praxiom, John held progressive positions at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, working his way up to Regional Operations Management. He specializes in analyzing, creating, and implementing workers' compensation programs for large multi-state corporations.
John C. Keller is a Risk Management Advisor with Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. He has several years of experience providing risk management solutions and insurance programs for middle market companies across multiple industries. He holds various insurance licenses and designations, including Associate in Risk Management and Accredited Advisor in Insurance. Prior to joining Praxiom, John held progressive positions at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, working his way up to Regional Operations Management. He specializes in analyzing, creating, and implementing workers' compensation programs for large multi-state corporations.
Jeffrey Hunter Lester has over 30 years of experience in safety management. He has held leadership roles at several large transportation and logistics companies, including USA Truck, Greatwide Logistics Services, The Home Depot, and Ryder System. In these roles, he implemented strategic safety programs that led to significant reductions in collisions, injuries, and insurance costs. Mr. Lester holds a Master's degree in Safety Management from West Virginia University and multiple safety certifications.
Ms. Rima Antonios was the speaker with PMI Lebanon Chapter for November 2019 and delivered a lecture about the Hidden Insurance Policies in Projects.
PMI Lebanon Chapter Monthly Talk
10 Most Reliable Management Solution ProvidersMirror Review
Further, in the sections of “AI Intellect” and “Innovating Wireless Technologies” our writers have shed light on the advanced novel tech and how these technologies are going to prove beneficial for the business.
Financier worldwide tri roundtable qa_miguel angel hernandezEleana Sanford
The panelists discuss whether today's acquirers are paying enough attention to risk identification during M&A transactions. While due diligence is usually thorough, especially when R&W insurance is involved, some risks may be overlooked due to time pressures and competitive bidding. Emerging risks like cybersecurity and compliance get attention but accessing complete data can be challenging. Overall diligence is strong but deeper risk analysis could prevent some deal failures, and competition can reduce diligence in some areas.
Brett Matthew Coco has over 26 years of experience in healthcare and insurance positions. He has held several director and manager level roles managing claims, risk management, and insurance programs with multimillion dollar budgets. His experience includes leadership, people management, risk management, and claims settlement.
Eastern Technology Group (ETG) is a risk management and insurance provider owned by Eastern Bank. ETG helps technology, life sciences, clean energy and other emerging growth clients manage risks across their enterprise. ETG has expertise in areas like clinical trials, intellectual property and directors' liability. It has a global reach through membership in an international network of brokers. ETG follows a risk management process that involves identifying exposures, evaluating treatments, developing programs, and monitoring programs.
The new guidance is based on IRM’s professional standards and is aimed at organisations of all types seeking to recruit a Chief Risk Officer (CRO), perhaps their first, or to make other senior risk appointments.
The document summarizes the findings of a 2014 global survey on reputation risk conducted by Deloitte and Forbes Insights. Some key findings include:
- 87% of over 300 executives surveyed rated reputation risk as more important than other strategic risks facing their companies.
- Responsibility for managing reputation risk resides primarily with senior leadership, including the CEO, CRO, board of directors, and CFO.
- The top drivers of reputation risk are ethics/integrity issues, security risks, and product/service risks related to safety, health and the environment.
- Companies are investing more in tools and capabilities to improve their management of reputation risk.
David Carothers is a risk management advisor with Praxiom Risk Management. He has years of experience providing commercial property and casualty insurance placement, especially for technology and life sciences companies. Carothers holds various insurance industry designations and licenses. Prior to his insurance career, he held management positions with Fortune 500 companies, bringing a unique perspective to helping clients reduce costs. He is involved in several civic organizations in the Tampa area.
Dindi DeAngelo is the managing partner and co-founder of Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. She has over 15 years of experience in risk management, safety, and business operations. Dindi provides risk management solutions for clients across various industries and serves as a risk management consultant. Prior to founding Praxiom, Dindi held several risk management roles with increasing responsibilities, implementing programs that reduced losses and received awards for her work.
Dindi DeAngelo is the managing partner and co-founder of Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. She has over 15 years of experience in risk management, safety, and business operations. Dindi provides risk management solutions for clients across various industries and also serves as a managing partner and consultant for The Integrita Group, a risk management consulting firm. Prior to founding her own companies, Dindi held several risk management roles with increasing responsibilities, implementing programs that significantly reduced losses. She has a bachelor's degree in biological and biomedical science and a master's in public health.
Internet and Social Media Monitoring and Investigations with BiosAndrew Dailey, CPP
Crisis Management Consulting, LLC provides internet and social media monitoring, investigations, and threat mitigation services to identify risks and threats to companies, executives, and employees. They monitor for issues like disgruntled former employees damaging a company's brand or threats being made against executive staff. Their services include threat identification, risk management advice, monitoring social media and the internet to find vulnerabilities, and crisis management alert systems. They can provide baseline packages to monitor for personal information disclosure and executive social media audits, as well as translation services. The company understands business threats and can help manage risks through their experience in threat mitigation.
The document provides an overview of classic credit products and their building blocks, including:
- Basic building blocks include principal, interest, notional amount, and maturity date. Mid-level blocks join these and include bonds, loans, and structured products.
- The most important instruments are discussed in detail, such as bonds, loans, and structured products like collateralized debt obligations.
- Different types of bonds, loans, and their key characteristics are defined.
Marc D. Schein is a Risk Management Consultant at Marsh & McLennan Agency who assists clients by customizing comprehensive commercial insurance programs. He conducts a Total Cost of Risk assessment to determine any gaps in coverage. Marc collaborates with an insurance team to examine client programs and develop customized solutions to transfer risk and improve coverage while minimizing premiums. Marc has experience in industries including food services, manufacturing, accounting, law, non-profits, and real estate. He holds the CIC and CLCS designations and speaks on issues like data breaches and cyber security.
The document discusses a panel discussion on business risks and financing trends for California companies. The panelists include professionals from SingerLewak LLP, ROTH Capital Partners, and Sheppard Mullin law firm. Troy Snyder from SingerLewak discusses the top 10 business risks, including emerging markets, talent management, economic recovery concerns, access to credit, and increased regulation. David Enzer from ROTH Capital Partners reviews venture capital and financing trends in California. Jamie Mercer from Sheppard Mullin discusses recent trends in private investment in public equity (PIPE) deals and other financing structures. The panel then discusses regulatory reporting requirements and M&A activity.
This document provides information on the staff of the PEO & Staffing Risk Management Team at Baldwin Krystyn Sherman Partners (BKS). It introduces the leadership and various advisor, client service, risk mitigation, marketing, and analytics teams. Key members are described, including their roles and backgrounds. The teams appear to provide risk management, insurance, and consulting services focused on industries including professional employer organizations and staffing.
Maven UK provides a suite of risk management products and services including business resilience, crisis communication, brand protection, information security, risk reviews, economic espionage prevention, vetting processes, and event security. They employ experienced consultants with backgrounds in security, communication, finance, policing, and private industry. By partnering with Maven, clients gain strategic risk management expertise integrated into their overall business operations and culture.
John C. Keller is a Risk Management Advisor with Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. He has several years of experience providing risk management solutions and insurance programs for middle market companies across multiple industries. He holds various insurance licenses and designations, including Associate in Risk Management and Accredited Advisor in Insurance. Prior to joining Praxiom, John held progressive positions at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, working his way up to Regional Operations Management. He specializes in analyzing, creating, and implementing workers' compensation programs for large multi-state corporations.
John C. Keller is a Risk Management Advisor with Praxiom Risk Management, LLC. He has several years of experience providing risk management solutions and insurance programs for middle market companies across multiple industries. He holds various insurance licenses and designations, including Associate in Risk Management and Accredited Advisor in Insurance. Prior to joining Praxiom, John held progressive positions at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, working his way up to Regional Operations Management. He specializes in analyzing, creating, and implementing workers' compensation programs for large multi-state corporations.
Jeffrey Hunter Lester has over 30 years of experience in safety management. He has held leadership roles at several large transportation and logistics companies, including USA Truck, Greatwide Logistics Services, The Home Depot, and Ryder System. In these roles, he implemented strategic safety programs that led to significant reductions in collisions, injuries, and insurance costs. Mr. Lester holds a Master's degree in Safety Management from West Virginia University and multiple safety certifications.
Ms. Rima Antonios was the speaker with PMI Lebanon Chapter for November 2019 and delivered a lecture about the Hidden Insurance Policies in Projects.
PMI Lebanon Chapter Monthly Talk
10 Most Reliable Management Solution ProvidersMirror Review
Further, in the sections of “AI Intellect” and “Innovating Wireless Technologies” our writers have shed light on the advanced novel tech and how these technologies are going to prove beneficial for the business.
Financier worldwide tri roundtable qa_miguel angel hernandezEleana Sanford
The panelists discuss whether today's acquirers are paying enough attention to risk identification during M&A transactions. While due diligence is usually thorough, especially when R&W insurance is involved, some risks may be overlooked due to time pressures and competitive bidding. Emerging risks like cybersecurity and compliance get attention but accessing complete data can be challenging. Overall diligence is strong but deeper risk analysis could prevent some deal failures, and competition can reduce diligence in some areas.
Brett Matthew Coco has over 26 years of experience in healthcare and insurance positions. He has held several director and manager level roles managing claims, risk management, and insurance programs with multimillion dollar budgets. His experience includes leadership, people management, risk management, and claims settlement.
Eastern Technology Group (ETG) is a risk management and insurance provider owned by Eastern Bank. ETG helps technology, life sciences, clean energy and other emerging growth clients manage risks across their enterprise. ETG has expertise in areas like clinical trials, intellectual property and directors' liability. It has a global reach through membership in an international network of brokers. ETG follows a risk management process that involves identifying exposures, evaluating treatments, developing programs, and monitoring programs.
The new guidance is based on IRM’s professional standards and is aimed at organisations of all types seeking to recruit a Chief Risk Officer (CRO), perhaps their first, or to make other senior risk appointments.
The document summarizes the findings of a 2014 global survey on reputation risk conducted by Deloitte and Forbes Insights. Some key findings include:
- 87% of over 300 executives surveyed rated reputation risk as more important than other strategic risks facing their companies.
- Responsibility for managing reputation risk resides primarily with senior leadership, including the CEO, CRO, board of directors, and CFO.
- The top drivers of reputation risk are ethics/integrity issues, security risks, and product/service risks related to safety, health and the environment.
- Companies are investing more in tools and capabilities to improve their management of reputation risk.
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OCTOBER 2014 D CEO 85
CHARLES
GILLENWATER
Risk Manager.
City of Mesquite
Since 2001, Charles Gillenwater has served as risk
manager for the City of Mesquite, a community of more
than 140,000 residents and 1,100 employees, combined with
business interests and other community stakeholders. Pub-lic
entity risk managers must work with every department
and division within their respective organization and often
with community stakeholders that include other local gov-ernments,
state officials, the federal government, residents,
and business interests. Gillenwater is a past-president of the
Dallas-Fort Worth Risk and Insurance Management Soci-ety,
DFWRIMS delegate, DFW RIMS education committee
member, director and co-chair of the Surplus Lines Stamp-ing
Office of Texas, and director emeritus of the Texas Pub-lic
Risk Management Association. Gillenwater is passionate
about supporting regional universities that provide risk
management degree plans and areas of study.
BEN
GOLDING
Vice President, Insurance,
Hunt Consolidated, Inc.
Ben Golding, vice president of insurance for Hunt
Consolidated, Inc., is responsible for worldwide insurance
risk assessment and risk transfer for the privately held enti-ties
of the Hunt organization. Golding’s diverse experiences
include working in the company’s various areas of activity
in energy, real estate, investments, ranching and infrastruc-ture.
Golding provided risk management for the development,
construction and operation of Hunt’s two liquefied natural
gas plants in Yemen and Peru. He handles insurance con-tractual
negotiations for the company’s oil and gas upstream
and downstream activities as well as acquisitions and dives-titures.
He also negotiates allocations of risk and insurance
with partners, lenders, contractors, and service providers and
is responsible for loss adjustment and management. Recently,
he managed the development of the insurance programs for
Hunt’s electrical distribution and transmission assets.
These six top risk managers possess the knowledge, skills, and qualities
that are mission-critical to their organization’s current and future success
and are committed to bettering the risk management profession.
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86 D CEO OCTOBER 2014
JOHN
MAYFIELD
Director of Risk Management,
Cognizant Technology
Solutions Corporation
John Mayfield is the director of risk management
for Cognizant Technology Solutions, a global, Fortune
500 IT services and business processes outsourcing provid-er.
He has more than 22 years of experience in property and
casualty insurance and risk management. He oversees the
global procurement of insurance, North American health
and safety claims and advises on insurance-related issues
in contractual reviews as well as mergers and acquisitions.
Since Mayfield is the first risk manager for Cognizant, much
of his time is spent on educating stakeholders on insurance
matters and proving the value of risk management. Mayfield
has centralized the placement of insurance, worked on a
team to develop an enterprise-wide crisis management plan,
developed an OSHA-complaint safety plan, and is working
to expand the reach of traditional risk management into the
company’s enterprise risk management program.
DORINA
HERTNER
Director of Corporate Insurance
and Risk Management,
7-Eleven, Inc.
Dorina Hertner joined 7-Eleven, Inc. in 2013 to lead
the risk management department. She is responsible for
the North American operations of the world’s largest opera-tor,
franchisor, and licensor of small-format neighborhood
convenience food stores with more than 10,300 properties
in the Americas and more than 53,700 globally. During her
career, she has developed risk financing improvements and
shown the value of analytics, yielding impressive process
improvements and significant reductions in the total cost of
risk. Hertner actively mentors students from the UNT risk
management program and serves on the DFW RIMS board,
both of which allow her to influence the industry through
the value of innovation in risk management, relationship
building, and developing expertise in her craft. She was
presented with the Dallas-Fort Worth RIMS Distinguished
Deputy Award in 2013 for her dedicated service.
DON
MCLAUGHLIN
Vice President Risk Management,
Trinity Industries, Inc.
Don McLaughlin has led the risk management func-tion
at Trinity Industries since 2008, which followed
25 years of directing risk management, internal audit, and
corporate services functions for two international firms.
Trinity is a global industrial products company holding
leading market positions in five distinct business segments.
McLaughlin oversees a staff of five with responsibility for
the oversight of international insurance and claims admin-istration
programs, serving as president of Trinity’s Captive
and TPA subsidiaries and contributing to the ERM program.
Through the dedication, expertise, and support provided t
by Trinity’s risk management staff, business continuity, and
safety leaders, coupled with substantial contributions from
broker and insurer partners, Trinity has achieved major pre-mium
savings, enhanced coverages, consolidated programs,
and recovered from two major flood and hurricane losses.
HELEN
IRIZARRY
Risk Manager,
Topgolf
As risk manager for Topgolf, Helen Irizarry over-sees
safety, risk, and compliance for 22 locations world-wide.
She is responsible for many areas, including property/
casualty, workers’ compensation, professional liability, alco-hol
awareness, golf safety, litigation defense, safety training
and OSHA compliance. Irizarry’s achievements include im-plementing
a comprehensive Return to Work program, de-veloping
an OCIP for future construction builds, rolling out
safety training at all locations, and establishing best prac-tices
for a new and unique industry. Prior to Topgolf, she
served as the director of risk at Rave Cinemas. She began her
insurance career in New York City at Clarendon Insurance, a
subsidiary of Hannover Re, working in the claims and audit
departments and acting as the liaison between Clarendon
and its parent company in Germany. Originally from the UK,
Irizarry is a graduate of University College London.
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