Willis Towers Watson RIMS 2021 program to focus on the role of the modern risk manager and emerging risk

ARLINGTON, VA, April 1, 2021 – Willis Towers Watson, a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company, today announced its program for the upcoming RIMS 2021 Annual Conference and Exhibition, April 19 to 29. The annual RIMS conference brings together management professionals and property & casualty insurance experts for educational networking and business opportunities. Although this year’s event will be held virtually due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Willis Towers Watson is delighted to have several speakers featured as part of the formal RIMS educational program, in conjunction with our sponsorship of the strategic and enterprise risk management track.

Additionally, Willis Towers Watson is proud to be, once again, sponsoring the RIMS Innovation Hub, with virtual sessions covering topics such as climate change, the impact of COVID-19, risk portfolio optimization and global M&A.

“As we emerge from the global pandemic and approach our second virtual RIMS, we are very excited to showcase our specialist expertise and connect with the risk management community at RIMS 2021,” said Mike Liss, head of Corporate Risk and Broking, North America, Willis Towers Watson. “The role of the modern risk manager has changed considerably due to emerging risks and this year we see an ever greater need to support risk managers as they adapt to the rapidly evolving risk landscape. We are delighted to be showcasing such a comprehensive and exciting program.”

RIMS Innovation Hub

• Quantifying the Impact of Climate Risk on Your Organization – Megan Hunt, Lead Associate, Climate and Resilience Hub
• Harnessing the Power of Data Visualization for Risk Portfolio Optimization; Sean Rider, Executive Vice President, Head of Client Development NA, Risk & Analytics, Willis Towers Watson; Kevin Confetti, Deputy Chief Risk Officer, University of California
• The Future of Crisis Management: A Risk Managers’ Guide to Preparing for and Preventing the Worst – Fergus Critchley, North America Broking Leader, Terrorism and Political Violence
• How to protect your company from the political risk aftershocks of COVID-19 – Sam Wilkin, Director of Political Risk Analytics, Willis Towers Watson
• The New Risks of Global M&A, and How to Manage them Like a Pro – Janet Pane, Head of Global Services and Solutions, Willis Towers Watson

Willis Towers Watson Virtual Hub

In addition, Willis Towers Watson is hosting its own Virtual Hub during April 12-16. The Virtual Hub will feature short content sessions and demo opportunities with complimentary access. For more information on these sessions please access https://events.willistowerswatson.com/d/rjqpnn/

Themes include:

• The Dawn of the Two-Tiered Market: Insurance Marketplace Realities 2021 – Joe Peiser, Global Head of Broking; John Merkovsky, Global Head of Risk & Analytics
• The Technique that Changed the Way One Risk Manager Looks at Insurance, Bob Bowman Sr. Director of Risk; Wendy’s; Mary Cate Stabler CFA, Lead Developer
• Risk and Your Board: How to Gain Their Attention and Make Yourself an Asset – Anna Catalano, Willis Towers Watson Board Director; Jennifer Caldarella, Managing Director and Global Client Advocate
• What happened to all the COVID-19 claims? – Jim Dorian, Head of Liability Claim Consulting & Carrier Relations; Henry Daar, Head of National Property Claims

About Willis Towers Watson

Willis Towers Watson (NASDAQ: WLTW) is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 45,000 employees serving more than 140 countries and markets. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas — the dynamic formula that drives business performance. Together, we unlock potential.