Esteemed global risk expert will share how to apply the digital risk cycle to turn risk into a strategic advantage

Riskonnect, the leader in integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announced that John A. Wheeler, an esteemed expert in risk management, cybersecurity, and technology advisory services, has joined the Risk@Work webinar series. Wheeler, the creator of the digital risk cycle, will lead a session on this framework and how businesses can leverage it to turn risk into opportunities for growth and innovation.

Wheeler is the Founder and CEO of Wheelhouse Advisors, a global risk management strategy and technology advisory firm. He has over thirty years of experience and is a leading voice in the field. Wheeler specializes in integrated risk management technology, enterprise and operational risk management, and corporate governance. His notable past roles include serving as a global research leader for risk management technology markets at Gartner.

“Technology is rapidly transforming businesses, which means understanding and managing digital risks is a strategic imperative,” said Wheeler. “I’ve seen firsthand companies take potential perils and turn them into real opportunities to grow and innovate through using the digital risk cycle framework. I'm eager to share this unique approach with the Risk@Work community.”

Wheeler will lead the following Risk@Work session on January 18, 2024 at 11am ET.

- Navigating the Digital Risk Cycle: Strategies for Business Maturity: Mastering the art of risk management is vital to business maturity and sustainability. John will explore the five stages of the digital risk cycle, which was developed by Wheeler and his team at Wheelhouse Advisors. The session will offer practical examples and a strategic framework for businesses to anticipate, understand, and mitigate risks associated with technological advancements and operational maturity.

Risk@Work is an educational webinar series designed to explore the common challenges risk managers face every day. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn CPE credits while learning from independent industry experts. Webinar topics range from governance, risk, and compliance issues to the innovative digital risk management trends that are changing the way companies manage risk.

“We’re thrilled to welcome John to the Risk@Work lineup,” said Andrea Brody, chief marketing officer at Riskonnect. “Digital risk management is essential for any business looking to thrive in today’s business environment. John’s deep expertise and his pioneering work on the digital risk cycle will be invaluable in helping our customers successfully navigate digital transformation and grow in their business maturity.”

For more information on the Risk@Work series and upcoming webinars, visit here.

For more information, visit www.riskonnect.com.

About Riskonnect

Riskonnect is the leading integrated risk management software solution provider. Our technology empowers organizations with the ability to anticipate, manage, and respond in real-time to strategic and operational risks across the extended enterprise. More than 2,500 customers across six continents use our unique risk-correlation technology to gain previously unattainable insights that deliver better business outcomes. Riskonnect has more than 1,100 risk management experts in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. To learn more, visit www.riskonnect.com.

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