Association for Federal Enterprise Risk Management (AFERM)

AFERM Community, Career Power-Up: Position Yourself For Success Thursday, February 20 | 12:30-1:30pm ET Free for AFERM Members // $20 for non-members Your skills as a risk management professional are priceless and a valuable asset. How do you leverage your expertise for continued growth in an expanded market? In this webinar, you will discover: -How having a growth mindset sets you apart from other professionals. -Strategies for building tools, such as a resume, to capitalize on career opportunities. Meet your Presenter: Kathryn Troutman Moderated by: Dr. Karen Hardy (Ed.D), RIMS-CRMP Click the link below for further details and to register today! #EnterpriseRiskManagement #Risk #Events https://lnkd.in/ezSSXqhv

?? Don't Miss the Premier ERM Event of 2025! ?? Join risk management professionals nationwide at the 2025 AFERM State & Local ERM Virtual Conference—the ultimate one-day deep dive into cutting-edge ERM strategies! ?? Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 ?? Location: Online—Join from Anywhere! ?? What’s in Store? ? ERM Governance – Strengthen risk oversight and decision-making ? Finance & Audit – Master risk-informed financial strategies ? Cybersecurity & Privacy – Stay ahead of evolving threats ? And Much More! ?? Gain insights from top industry experts, discover best practices, and level up your ERM game from the comfort of your home or office. ?? Register today and explore the full event schedule! Spots are limited—secure yours now! #Event #ERM #RiskManagement #RiskManager https://lnkd.in/eycUH3nb

Remember to register for the AFERM's?2025 State & Local ERM Virtual Conference! This inaugural virtual event will take place on?Thursday, February 27th?from 11:00am-5:00pm ET. This one-day virtual conference is intended for professionals in State & Local Government who already have or are looking to start an ERM program in their organization. Topics include: ERM Early Adopters & Stories: Cities, Countries, States, Higher Ed.?–?Sponsored by Origami Risk ERM Governance ERM Finance & Audit?–?Sponsored by EMY ERM Resiliency in Critical Infrastructure ERM Cybersecurity & Privacy?–?Sponsored by Crowe LLP ERM: A One-Bite Approach Registration Rates* Online registration will close on Tuesday, February 25th AFERM Members: $20 AFERM Non-Members: $100 Registration link: https://lnkd.in/ekAjzNKV #enterpriseriskmanagement #riskmanagement #event #register

?? We kicked off the new year with great energy, momentum, and a growth mindset! AFERM is ready to make 2025 a year of growth, innovation, and impact! ?? Our first Board Meeting of the year is officially underway, setting the stage for new initiatives, enhanced collaboration, and strategic advancements in enterprise risk management. Give us a "Like" if you are with us! ?? Stay tuned for exciting updates as we work together to empower risk professionals and elevate the field!?? Dr. Karen Hardy (Ed.D), RIMS-CRMP-FED Mackenzie Kelley Sam Twyman, CFE Jason Bruno Steve Vetter, CPA, CGFM, PMP Elena Yearly Jacob Lee Rich Gallagher Alicia McDonald Martinovich CHAD K. SMITH John Zimmerman #AFERM #ERM #Leadership #NewYearNewGoals #GrowthMindset

AFERM News Register for the 2025 AFERM State & Local ERM Virtual Conference! Join us on Thursday, February 27, 2025, for a one-day virtual event covering ERM Governance, Finance & Audit, Cybersecurity, Privacy, and more! Register here and view the Schedule of Events. Join the ERM Book Club! Dive into "Enterprise Risk Management: Today’s Leading Research and Best Practices for Tomorrow’s Executives." This flexible, casual, one-hour-per-month club covers two chapters per session. Learn more. Latest ERM News 12 Top ERM Trends for 2025 Organizations must navigate interconnected risks to stay competitive. This article explores key trends shaping ERM, business continuity planning, and risk mitigation. Read more. Global ERM Software Market Growth The ERM software market is projected to grow 15.6% annually, reaching $17.38 billion by 2031. This growth is driven by risk mitigation strategies, regulatory compliance, and real-time analytics. Read more. Join or Renew Your AFERM Membership AFERM offers exclusive benefits for government ERM professionals, including: ? 100+ online resources ? "Risk Chats" podcast ? Educational workshops ? Professional communities & book club ? Annual Summit discounts ? Latest ERM news & insights Join or Renew Today. Click to Join: https://lnkd.in/e5F9CwvR Click to Renew: https://lnkd.in/eyMFXPSF #enterpriseriskmanagement #riskmanagement #riskmanager

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2024 AFERM Summit and for following along during Government Risk Awareness week! For tips and tricks on how to create an agency risk aware culture, check out this guide here: https://lnkd.in/eWCdrHn5

Federal Agency Spotlight: Internal Revenue Service's Risk Awareness Month 2024. Each year, the IRS conducts a risk awareness campaign that emphasizes the importance of identifying and managing potential risks and provides information on the various channels for reporting risks.?This year, CRO Mike Wetklow kicked off the IRS Risk Awareness Month on November 4 with the theme:?Forward Focus: Empowerment through Risk Management. In a message to all employees, Mike encouraged everyone to be proactive and strengthen their knowledge about risk management. Click here for the full Federal Agency Spotlight: https://lnkd.in/ebfwHXru

Introducing the State and Local Outreach Committee! The State and Local ERM Outreach Committee has spent a year actively fostering connections and advancing ERM education and professional development among federal, state, and local government entities. The Committee works to share best practices, promote engagement, and expand educational opportunities by establishing new networks across all public entities, demonstrating the true value of ERM. Click here to learn more today: https://lnkd.in/e27mXGu3

We are excited to announce the launch of The?Data Analytics and Risk Technology (DART) Community of Practice (CoP), which offers a platform for ERM practitioners across government, private sector, and non-profit organizations to share insights, tackle challenges, and learn from each other’s experiences in maturing ERM programs through data-driven solutions, risk analytics, and innovative technologies. The DART CoP aims to unite ERM practitioners from the public and private sectors, enabling them to exchange knowledge, share resources, and explore best practices for advancing government agency ERM programs.?Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDyXM7jq

Congratulations to AFERM's 2024 Federal ERM Agency Award Recipients! AFERM?selects the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Veterans Benefits Administration, and NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration as recipients of its 2024 Federal ERM Agency Awards. These agencies are recognized for significant progress and notable achievements in the implementation and practice of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). Congratulations to all!