As promised, here are some thoughts and observations from the conference. As we have observed in the past, this is one group where professionals from both sides get together and talk about their respective processes. What has been fascinating to watch is how the language has changed in…
Having been on both sides professionally and having worked with clients on both sides, it has been a patient wait to start seeing the convergence of managing buy and sell side risks in organizations. While there are a few out there (Raytheon – David Wilkins (disclosure – we…
In a recent discussion, Michael Crow (President of Arizona State University – home of ISM) was discussing the launch of a new program and made some very meaningful and astute observations. He opined that the Millennials are looking for a “life having purpose” and doing “meaningful” work. He…
We have written and spoken about Risk Management extensively – both in the Public and Private sectors. The conundrum has often been the inability of organizations to take actions (certain costs) in the face of projected impacts (uncertain future). Certainly Hurricane Katrina and Sandy are the most recent…
…..someone else will” was something that an old boss of mine (Percy Jackson at DEC) used to drill in my head many moons ago and it has stuck with me since then. His point was that he would rather make sure he took care of his best people…
