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Hello RIMS Washington Chapter Members and Supporters!
It was wonderful to see you at our December 9th Forum Social House! It’s been three long years since our Chapter hosted an in-person Holiday Party! Thank you to everyone who attended. This year we’ve had the honor of supporting YWCA's Gift Giving Program (Formerly Adopt-A-Family). The Chapter is donating $720, which will help support a family of four purchase gifts and groceries this holiday season. A special thank you to our 2022 Chapter and our 2020 Education Forum Sponsors for making our holiday party possible.
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On a personal note, I will be heading out on maternity leave in early January 2023. The other Washington Chapter Officers are graciously stepping-in to fill the President role during my absence. A special thank you to our Vice President, Kristine Costanza; our Treasurer, Megan Henshaw; and our Secretary, Sean Hisey.
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our in-person Education Forum on March 16th! Our Planning Committee has been hard at work developing sessions and sourcing fabulous speakers! I hope to see you there.
For more information on our upcoming monthly educational programming, please visit the Programs section of the newsletter.
If you’re not on our mailing list, you can sign-up on our Chapter Website or connect with us on LinkedIn. We appreciate any questions, feedback, or suggestions that you may have. Please contact me here or any of our board members.
On a final note, I want to thank our members and sponsors for your continued support. I hope you all enjoy the holiday season and time with friends and family. Happy New Year!
Allison Frey
RIMS WA Chapter President
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New – Associate Chapter Only Membership |
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In January 2023, we will be offering Associates (Vendors, Service Practitioners) a Washington Chapter only membership, which will allow you to join Chapter events at a discount in addition to other local member benefits. This option does not include any of the member benefits associated with global RIMS membership.
RIMS Washington Chapter Member Benefits include:
- Member only discounts to educational and networking events
- Invitation to monthly educational events and annual Education Forum conference
- Networking opportunities with local industry peers
- Access to Chapter Roundtables and Rising Risk Professionals
- Eligibility to volunteer for the RIMS Washington Board
- Free local job postings on RIMS Washington website and LinkedIn group page
- $125 annual fee
Visit our website to learn more and to submit a request for an Associate Washington Chapter Only Membership!
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January 10, 2023, 11:30 – 1:00
Continued Navigation of the Complexities of the Insurance Marketplace
Presenters:
- Travis Ferguson, Senior Account Manager – FM Global
- Joann Gomez, Division Vice President, Risk Management – Liberty Mutual
- Christian Jewett, West Region Manager for Financial Lines – Zurich
- Gara Lander, Cyber teams – Chubb
- Moderator: Anthony Spacciante, Senior Risk Manager – Starbucks
As we wrap up 2022, we continue to navigate a period of great volatility and uncertainty. Join us as we hear from expert leaders from FM Global, Zurich and others as we discuss the realities of today's challenging landscape, provide an update on current insurance market trends, loss prevention and identify key considerations for the path forward. What continues as a firming insurance market, has become even more challenged as a result of the convergence of factors ranging from increasing loss frequency and severity, to a reduction of capital, heightened focus on profitability and pending Business Interruption, supply chain and valuation challenges, and new nuclear verdict concerns. We will discuss the impact of these circumstances reflected in the hardening insurance market across the board, and including Cyber!
In addition, this panel discussion will discuss key considerations around evaluating risk and setting realistic expectations for the current market conditions and potential impact on budget.
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Save the Date for our Future 2023 Events! |
February 14, 2023, 11:30am virtual – Timely Employment Law Updates
March 16, 2023 – RIMS WA Education Forum
April – Learn more about the Spencer Education Foundation and how it can benefit your organization and career development of Rising Risk Professionals.
May – Stay tuned for date and time for a Risk Manager Roundtable! These are closed door sessions for risk practitioners (e.g. risk managers).
June – Field trip! Exciting member tour to be announced with social event following.
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Have a great idea for a future RIMS Washington session? |
We are working on programming through 2023 and beyond. Do you have a great idea for a future RIMS Washington session? Reach out to us here or complete a Session Submission Form.
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Rising Risk Professionals |
For members age 35 or younger and/or with 7 years or less experience in Insurance & Risk Management |
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We are seeking a Rising Risk Professional to join the RIMS Washington Board and fill the Director role for the 2022-2023 program year. This is a great opportunity to partner in leadership and gain professional growth and exposure. Please contact Amber Udelhoven to learn more.
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New Member: Christine James,
Managing Director – Marine Claims at Penser North America
Why did you join RIMS Washington (i.e. community, education, networking, career requirement) and what are you hoping to get out of your membership?
I joined RIMS Washington in the hopes of networking with my new venture Penser Marine, a division of Penser North America. RIMS also provides excellent continuing education opportunities. Several friends have joined and recommended RIMS as a great insurance network to be a part of.
Describe your career path and current role.
Currently, I am the Managing Director for Penser Marine which is a newly created marine division of Penser North America which is a Washington based Third Party Administrator. I have spent the last 25 years in commercial insurance with a focus on maritime commerce involving crew injury/illness claims and hull and machinery claims, Penser Marine allows me to build and create with the support of a successful Third Party Administrator. I have worked as the insurance side, the employer side and now the Third Party Administrator side which gives a broad perspective of what motivators are for each piece of an insurance loss.
What is your favorite small/local business?
I live in Lake Stevens and when I can, I prefer to give my business to several local businesses that are privately owned. I would tell anyone in the area to go to any of these for great services and support of our local economy. King Charley’s Drive In in Snohomish became a family favorite when we moved here from Alaska, Salon Michelle in Lake Stevens is where my family gets their hair cut and Jenny Cookies Bake Shop in Lake Stevens is where family birthday cakes are ordered. There are so many great small businesses around here, I couldn’t choose just one!
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion |
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RIMS Washington Chapter Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy
Our Chapter’s mission to Advance the Risk Management profession and member participation through fellowship, education and community service supports RIMS Society’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy by:
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The Washington Board invites members on this journey to help us create a more inclusive environment for all. If you have ideas or would like to join our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committee, please contact us.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Vision Statement
RIMS strives to provide a highly inclusive environment for all identity groups to thrive in the global risk community, and to facilitate and encourage open dialogue for a more inclusive and resilient future.
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The RIMS WA Chapter would like to acknowledge and share several upcoming celebrations with our supporters. While there are many holidays and celebrations over the next few months that bring awareness, we encourage you to take the opportunity to learn about a different culture, holiday, or celebration. |
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January 16th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the only national holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. It’s a time to remember Dr. King’s fight for the freedom, equality, and dignity of all races and people. Check with your local organizations to see how you can give-back on MLK Day. |
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January 22nd – Lunar New Year
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Year of the Rabbit. Lunar New Year is the festival that celebrates the beginning of a new year on the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar. The first day of the Lunar New Year begins on the new moon that appears between January 21st and February 20th.
The festival was traditionally a time to honor deities as well as ancestors. It is traditional for every family to thoroughly clean their house, in order to sweep away any ill fortune and make way for incoming good luck.
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February is Black History Month |
The Black History Month 2023 theme, “Black Resistance”, explores how African Americans have resisted historic and ongoing oppression, in all forms, especially the racial terrorism of lynching, racial pogroms and police killings. To learn more about the 2023 theme, Black Resistance, visit Association for the Study of African American Life and History,
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Enterprise Risk Forum (ERF) Update
Due to the current environment, RIMS Washington, FEI and IIA will no longer be holding an Enterprise Risk Forum joint annual conference. All three organizations will continue operating separately and bring content to their members directly.
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Provide your Feedback to the RIMS Washington Board! |
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We would love your feedback to ensure we are incorporating events and opportunities that are valuable to you. Please take the survey here.
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Thank You to our 2023 Chapter Sponsors! |
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A special thank you to our 2023 Chapter Sponsors.
Without your support, our educational and networking events would not be possible.
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