Aug 23, 2022
Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.
In this episode of RIMScast, listeners are getting some exciting updates from the RIMS Canada Council and the Spencer Educational Foundation. You’re going to hear from two fantastic guests to learn more about what both groups have coming up in September 2022!
Today’s first guest is Jacqueline Toering, the Vice Chair of the RIMS Canada Council and the national conference committee co-chair. She’s going to share everything that you need to know about the upcoming RIMS 2022 Canada Conference and how you can prepare for this exciting event in Halifax from Sept. 11th‒14th!
Today’s second guest, Duncan Ellis, joins as a Spencer Board member to tell listeners all about the Spencer Educational Foundation’s Annual Gala coming up on Sept. 22, 2022, in New York City!
Now is your chance to join in on some fantastic in-person events hosted by RIMS! Don’t miss out on today’s conversation to learn more about how you can get involved and be in attendance!
Key Takeaways:
[:01] About the RIMS Membership.
[:14] About RIMScast.
[:27] About today’s episode.
[:38] Upcoming RIMS webinars, workshops, events, and more!
[2:07] More about today’s first guest.
[2:50] Justin welcomes Jacqueline Toering to RIMScast!
[3:34] Where to learn more about RIMS Canada 2022.
[4:08] All about the stellar educational content that will be offered at the RIMS Canada Conference and where to view the full list.
[4:57] Features that make RIMS Canada Conference unique.
[5:22] Food and entertainment at RIMS Canada 2022.
[5:57] What to expect for the opening reception at this year’s RIMS Canada Conference.
[6:33] Tips and advice for new attendees of RIMS Canada.
[7:41] About the keynote speakers for RIMS Canada 2022.
[8:27] About the panel that Jacqueline is looking most forward to.
[9:06] Where to learn more about upcoming RIMS events.
[9:29] About the Spencer Educational Foundation’s upcoming gala!
[10:28] About today’s second guest.
[10:39] Justin welcomes Duncan Ellis to RIMScast.
[10:46] Duncan shares about his background in risk management and his current roles at AIG and Marsh & McLennan.
[11:35] Duncan’s history with Spencer Educational Foundation.
[12:40] Spencer Educational Foundation’s mission and vision.
[14:28] How the Spencer Educational Foundation has made an impact on Duncan Ellis as an industry professional.
[15:38] Duncan shares his excitement for the upcoming Spencer Educational Foundation Annual Gala returning on Sept. 22nd, 2022!
[18:01] Why 2022 Gala Honoree, Neeti Bhalla Johnson, stood out amongst other nominees.
[20:00] How to get involved with Spencer Educational Foundation.
[22:06] Where to learn more about Spencer Educational Foundation.
[22:30] Justin thanks Jacqueline Toering and Duncan Ellis for joining the podcast and shares some of the links to check in today’s show notes.
Mentioned in this Episode:
RIMS Events, Education, and Services:
RIMS Canada 2022 — Turning Tides — Sept. 11th‒14th in Halifax! Register Today!
NEW FOR MEMBERS! RIMS Mobile App
Spencer Educational Foundation | Annual Gala Returns Sept. 22, 2022
RIMS Legislative Summit 2022 — Sept. 20‒20th in Washington, D.C.
RIMS Events App Apple | Google Play
Contribute to RIMS Risk Management magazine
Dan Kugler Risk Manager on Campus Grant
Sponsor RIMScast: Contact sales@rims.org or pd@rims.org for more information.
In-Person Events:
RIMS ERM Conference 2022 — November 10‒11, 2022 | Indianapolis, IN — Agenda Now Live!
RIMS Western Regional — Oct. 3‒5, 2022 — Long Beach, CA
Virtual Workshops:
ORIMS Presents: Beyond The Spreadsheet: A Virtual Tech Day to Understand RMIS Solutions and Enhance Risk Management | Aug. 24, 2022 — Open Only to Professionals Based in Canada
RIMS South Asia Risk Forum — Dec. 2‒3, 2022 in Mumbai, India
See the full calendar of RIMS Virtual Workshops
Upcoming RIMS Webinars:
Breaking the Barrier — Supply Chain Disruption in 2022 & Beyond | Sponsored by J.B. Boda Group | Aug 25, 2022
Supply Chain Risk Management for Product Manufacturers: Production Risk Management in the Post-COVID Environment | Presented by the RIMS International Council | Sept. 7, 2022
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“Bermuda Opportunities in 2022 with BDA Chair Stephen Weinstein” | Sponsored by Bermuda Business Development Agency
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“Navigating the Risk Landscape in 2022” | Sponsored by AXA XL
“Prioritizing People: Expertise and Innovation” | Sponsored by Gallagher Bassett
“Risk Findings for the Industrial & Manufacturing Industry” | Sponsored by Aon
“Establishing the Right Assurance to Request From Business Partners” | Sponsored by HITRUST
“Aon’s 2021 Retail Industry Overview” | Sponsored by Aon
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“The Golden Era of Insurance” | Sponsored by The Hartford
“Insurance Investigation Trends Happening Now” | Sponsored by Travelers
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“Property Valuation Deep Dive” | Sponsored by TÜV SÜD
“Property Loss Control Engineering” | Sponsored by Prudent Insurance Brokers
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“RIMS Canada 2022 Keynote & Comedienne Kate Davis”
“A Fond Farewell to Mary Roth”
“Funding the Future with Former RIMS CEO Mary Roth” (2021)
RIMS Publications, Content, and Links:
RIMS Membership — Whether you are a new member or need to transition, be a part of the global risk management community!
RIMS Advisory Services — Ask a Peer
RIMS Coronavirus Information Center
RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP)
RIMS-CRMP Stories — New interview featuring RIMS-CRMP Chairman Ward Ching!
Spencer Educational Foundation
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“There’s nothing like a live experience. You are going to love getting out there and connecting with all the folks you haven’t seen for a whole bunch of years [at the RIMS Canada Conference] and collectively sharing all of the knowledge you’ve learned over the last few years. Not the same on virtual.” — Jacqueline Toering
“The Spencer Educational Foundation was founded in 1979, so it’s been around a long time. … To this day, it really remains the premiere organization funding the education of tomorrow’s risk management and insurance leaders.” — Duncan Ellis
“This gala … is really the signature event fundraising event of the Spencer Educational Foundation. … It’s an opportunity for people to get together in the industry [and] it’s a great networking event for people who are already in the industry.” — Duncan Ellis
“It’s just so exciting to see people who are in the beginning of their careers and how we’ve been able to help them fund their futures [through the Spencer Educational Foundation’s Annual Gala].” — Duncan Ellis