TRACK 1 | Monday, November 17, 2025 | 🕒 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

The Paradigm Shift and the Future: Managing Risk Complexity with New Strategies and Technologies

In today’s rapidly changing business environment, traditional approaches to risk management are no longer enough. This 2-hour training workshop, led by GRC and ERM expert and educator Chris Mandel, will provide risk and compliance professionals with practical strategies to address the complexities of modern risk management. The session will explore the forces reshaping the risk landscape, the limitations of conventional frameworks, and the shifts organizations must embrace to stay resilient. Participants will gain valuable insights into emerging methods, tools, and technologies that can strengthen risk strategies and enhance organizational agility. Through guided discussions and real-world perspectives, this workshop will help attendees reimagine the role of risk management and prepare their organizations to navigate the future with confidence.

Instructor: Christopher E. Mandel, Founder & President, Excellence in Risk Management, LLC

TRACK 3 | Monday, November 17, 2025 | 🕒 1:00 PM – 5:20 PM

Risk and Resilience by Design: Building the Future-Proof Enterprise

In today’s dynamic business environment, where disruptions are becoming more frequent and unpredictable, risk and resilience must be built by design, not by reaction. Organizations that embed resilience into their core business strategy—rather than treating it as a reactive, compliance-driven exercise—are better equipped to navigate operational, cyber, and supply chain risks. This requires a shift from traditional risk management approaches to proactive, integrated frameworks that align risk, resilience, and performance objectives. By leveraging AI, automation, and real-time data analytics, businesses can anticipate threats, monitor risks dynamically, and continuously strengthen their resilience posture. The key to future-proofing operations lies in creating a resilience roadmap that not only mitigates risks but enables businesses to thrive in the face of uncertainty.

Instructor: Michael Rasmussen, GRC Analyst & Pundit, GRC 20/20 Research