In the latest episode of Navigating Risk, host Helen Yates is joined by Diane Maxwell, Chief Executive Officer of Airmic, the UK's leading membership association for risk and insurance professionals.

Fresh from her first Airmic Conference as CEO, Diane shares her reflections on the event, the key themes that emerged from discussions across the profession, and why Airmic has embraced a 'back to basics' approach to risk management in an increasingly complex world.

The conversation explores how the role of risk professionals continues to evolve as organisations face growing interconnected risks, rapid technological change and increasing uncertainty. Diane discusses the skills risk managers need to thrive, the changing role of brokers as strategic advisers, and the importance of collaboration, communication and professional development in building organisational resilience.

Looking ahead, Diane also shares her perspective on what's next for the risk management profession and how practitioners can continue to demonstrate value in an ever-changing risk landscape.

This episode covers:

• Diane's reflections on her first Airmic Conference as CEO

• The key themes and challenges emerging from this year's conference

• The key messages behind Airmic's 'Back to Basics' conference theme

• How the role of brokers is evolving beyond insurance placement

• The skills risk managers need to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world

• The importance of collaboration, communication and continuous learning

• What the future holds for the risk management profession

An insightful discussion for risk managers, insurance professionals and business leaders seeking to understand the trends, skills and strategies shaping the future of risk management.

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In this episode of Navigating Risk, our host Helen Yates is joined by Sarah Winstone and Aaron Hill from Gallagher's Trade Credit team to examine how increasing complexity and global interdependencies are driving greater credit risk across supply chains.

In today's environment, disruption rarely remains contained. Insolvency or delayed payment in one part of the chain can quickly create a wider liquidity squeeze, impacting multiple organisations.

This episode covers:

• The ripple effect of insolvency and non-payment across supply chains
• Increasing exposure driven by complex, globally connected networks
• How trade credit insurance helps protect liquidity and cashflow
• The importance of taking a proactive, early approach to risk management
• The growing role of data and insight in strengthening credit risk decisions

Disclaimer - The sole purpose of this podcast is to provide guidance on the issues covered. This podcast is not intended to give legal advice, and, accordingly, it should not be relied upon. It should not be regarded as a comprehensive statement of the law and/or market practice in this area. We make no claims as to the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein or in the links which were live at the date of publication. You should not act upon (or should refrain from acting upon) information in this publication without first seeking specific legal and/or specialist advice. Arthur J. Gallagher Insurance Brokers Limited accepts no liability for any inaccuracy, omission or mistake in this publication, nor will we be responsible for any loss which may be suffered as a result of any person relying on the information contained herein.

In the latest episode of the Navigating Risk podcast, Trevor Hutchings, CEO, REA and Carl Gurney, Renewable Energy Account Director, Gallager explore how the UK's journey to net zero is reshaping the energy system and the critical role risk and insurance play in enabling this transition.

The conversation looks at how renewable energy, electrification and emerging technologies are converging to support energy security, economic growth and decarbonisation.

Trevor and Carl reflect on the UK's progress to date, highlighting that emissions have more than halved since 1990 while the economy has continued to grow, driven in large part by the decarbonisation of the power system.

Trevor and Carl also discuss:
• The role of renewable technologies such as solar, storage, wind and bioenergy in supporting the transition
• How electrification is transforming transport, heating and digital infrastructure
• The rapid growth of data centres and AI, and the implications for grid capacity and risk management
• Why insurance is essential to unlocking capital and enabling new technologies to scale

Disclaimer
The sole purpose of this podcast is to provide guidance on the issues covered. This podcast is not intended to give legal advice, and, accordingly, it should not be relied upon. It should not be regarded as a comprehensive statement of the law and/or market practice in this area. We make no claims as to the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein or in the links which were live at the date of publication. You should not act upon (or refrain from acting upon) information in this publication without first seeking specific legal and/or specialist advice. Arthur J. Gallagher Insurance Brokers Limited accepts no liability for any inaccuracy, omission or mistake in this publication, nor shall it be responsible for any loss which may be suffered as a result of any person relying on the information contained herein