Building a Resilient Business in an Age of Disruption, LONDON

In a world defined by volatility, complexity, and accelerating change, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) has a crucial role in building a resilient, sustainable business but must remain aligned to corporate strategy. Today’s dynamic business landscape—from climate change impacts and geopolitical uncertainty to evolving stakeholder expectations—requires an integrated perspective where resilience and sustainability are mutually reinforcing drivers of long-term corporate value.

Building on the principles of effective governance and control, Michael Rasmussen provides a strategic roadmap for harmonising your GRC and sustainability strategies to support the delivery of organisational objectives.. This workshop moves beyond mere compliance to focus on enduring performance and purposeful growth. We will explore how to design adaptive GRC strategies that transform disruptive threats into opportunities for innovation, turning risk management into a true competitive advantage.

An additional focus on the role of GRC in building controls to deliver effective reporting under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) that is ready for Limited Assurance. We will discuss how a robust, integrated framework provides the essential assurance a board needs regarding the effectiveness of its risk management and internal control systems.

Through expert insights and collaborative sessions, you will learn how to:

• Integrate risk, resilience, and sustainability data into a cohesive governance model.
• Design adaptive strategies that build systemic resilience against both financial and non-financial disruptions.
• Provide the assurance required by the board to meet regulatory expectations and build stakeholder trust.

This workshop is essential for GRC professionals, Chief Risk Officers, Sustainability Directors, Internal Auditors, and executives committed to future-proofing their organisation’s value proposition.

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GRC 20/20 Presenter . . .

Michael Rasmussen is an internationally recognized authority, thought leader, and pioneer in the disciplines of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC). With over 30 years of experience, he is globally known for defining and shaping GRC strategy, processes, and technology. In February 2002, while at Forrester Research, Michael developed the concept of GRC — establishing the foundation for how organizations approach strategy, process, and technology in today’s complex business environment. For this, he is widely acknowledged as the “Father of GRC.”

A trusted advisor to boards, executives, and professionals around the world, Michael has dedicated his career to helping organizations design and implement effective GRC strategies that are aligned with business objectives. His work empowers organizations to be more effective, efficient, resilient, and agile. He is a sought-after keynote speaker, author, and advisor, with his thought leadership influencing legislation, regulatory frameworks, and corporate best practices globally.

Michael is the host of the Risk is Our Business and the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the GRC Technology podcasts, where he leads conversations with global experts exploring the evolving frontiers of risk, resilience, and corporate integrity.

Workshop Host . . .

Workiva Inc. (NYSE: WK) powers trust, transparency, and accountability. Finance, accounting, sustainability, risk and audit teams from more than 6,000 organizations worldwide rely on Workiva for their mission critical work. We transform how customers connect data, unify processes, and empower teams in a secure, audit-ready, AI-powered, collaborative platform. Learn more at workiva.com.