Navigating Uncertainty: Foresight and Risk Management with Roger Spitz | CPD Accredited

In this CPD episode of RiskMasters, we dive into the intricacies of risk management with Roger Spitz, a global authority in foresight and strategic risk intelligence. Starting with his insightful quote, "Risk management is not about predicting the future, but about preparing for it," Roger shares his transformative journey from investment banking to developing a robust risk management framework focused on deep uncertainty. Equipped with vast experience in mergers and acquisitions, Roger emphasizes the importance of leadership in adapting to unpredictable environments.  Join host Julien Haye as they explore crucial themes such as the role of foresight in risk management, the distinction between uncertainty and risk, and the need for new approaches like scenario planning. Roger's insights help enhance the leadership capabilities of risk managers and board directors navigating today's complex world. Tune in to learn how to cultivate resilience and informed optimism in the face of uncertainty and to download your CPD certificate at the end! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, follow, and leave a review! Your feedback helps us bring more thought-provoking content and insights from industry leaders. In this edition of RiskMasters, you will learn:·      Career Evolution & Risk Leadership: Roger’s journey from investment banking to foresight and his lessons in risk-taking and adaptability.·      The Role of Foresight in Risk Management: Why foresight is about preparation, not prediction, and how organisations can shift their mindset.·      Uncertainty vs. Risk: Understanding the spectrum between risk, uncertainty, and deep uncertainty, and why traditional risk models fail in a nonlinear world.·      Scenario Planning vs. Sensitivity Analysis: Why many organisations mistakenly treat sensitivity analysis as strategic foresight.·      Decision-Making in Complex Environments: How executives should rethink governance, leadership, and resilience in a world where rare events are becoming the norm. More about Roger Spitz:Roger Spitz is a visionary futurist and venture capitalist. Before founding the influential Disruptive Futures Institute in San Francisco, he served as Global Head of Technology M&A at a major investment bank, advising on transactions totalling over $25 billion. As President of Techistential, the preeminent foresight practice, Roger advises CEOs and boards on strategy under uncertainty and sustainable value creation. Roger is a bestselling author of five books and his frameworks are widely adopted by leading organisations worldwide. Building on his bestselling books and global recognition as the leading authority on systemic disruption, Roger Spitz is famous for his unique keynotes drawn from his extensive real-world experience. He is the author of Disrupt with Impact: Achieve Business Success in an Unpredictable World. At the heart of Roger's transformative keynotes is the power of agency and informed optimism in shaping our futures, even in the face of unpredictability Find out more about Roger Spitz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogerspitz/ Discover related risk management topics and RiskMasters podcasts:RiskMasters EP4: Gray Rhino on Risk Management and Decision-Making with Michele WuckerFrom Risk Management to Risk Mastery: A Guide to Making Better DecisionsRisk Perception: Balancing Risk Awareness and Risk AversionAnti-Fragile Risk Management: Turning Volatility into Strategic Advantage Download your CPD Certificate:Link: ⁠https://thecpd.group/podcast⁠Accreditation number: #800054