Risk Summit 2025
Possibility, Not Predictability:
Navigating the Next Era of Uncertainty
ABOUT THE EVENT
The global risk landscape is entering uncharted territory. In 2025, the ripple effects of last year’s historic election cycle are reshaping trade, investment, and diplomacy, while the next wave of artificial intelligence, digital finance innovation, and synthetic media is accelerating faster than governance frameworks can adapt. Escalating geopolitical tensions, cyber intrusions targeting critical infrastructure, and climate-driven disruptions are converging to test the resilience of organizations and their leaders.
In this high-stakes environment, boards must move beyond awareness to proactive, informed action. Join the Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence and RANE for complimentary a half-day, in-person summit where leading experts in cybersecurity, geopolitics, compliance, and corporate security will deliver actionable strategies and forward-looking insights. Walk away with the tools to anticipate risk, protect enterprise value, and strengthen board resilience in an increasingly unpredictable world.
Please note, attendance at this event is free of charge.
Agenda
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Registration & Networking
1:00 PM - 1:05 PM
Introductory Remarks
1:05 PM – 1:35 PM
Adapting to New Threats: Resilience and Readiness
A Fireside Chat with Jeh Johnson, former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security
1:35 PM – 2:05 PM
Leading at the Intersection of Governance & Innovation
A Discussion with Virgina Gambale and Kris Pederson
2:05 PM – 2:35 PM
Modern Threats, Smarter Defenses: Navigating Today's Cyber Terrain
With Geoff Brown and Christopher Ahlberg
2:35 PM – 3:05 PM
Activism and the Board
With Bill Anderson and Christopher Drewry
3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
Networking Break
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Navigating the Crossroads: The Economy and Geopolitics
With Phil Macintosh and Libby Cantrill
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Decision Making In the Face of Threats
With Robert Trucker, Fire Commissioner, FDNY
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Credit and Capital:Navigating the Legal and Ratings Landscape
With Van Hesser, Joe Zujkowski, and David Lawrence
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
The Future at The Top: CEO Readiness and Transition
With Lisa Shalett, Byron Loflin, and Mark Thompson
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Networking Reception
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OUR SPEAKERS
Why Attend?
Gain actionable insights
Leading experts in cybersecurity, geopolitics, compliance, and corporate security will provide strategies to anticipate risks and protect enterprise value.
Network with industry leaders
Connect with peers from diverse backgrounds and industries to exchange ideas and best practices in navigating the evolving risk landscape.
Stay ahead of the curve
Engage in discussions on the latest trends in artificial intelligence, digital finance innovation, and synthetic media, ensuring that you are well-informed about cutting-edge developments affecting governance and risk management.
Strengthen board resilience
Equip yourself with tools to enhance your board's ability to adapt and thrive in an increasingly unpredictable world of geopolitical tensions, cyber threats, and climate disruptions.