PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS

Maximise your learning at RMIA’s 2025 Risk Conference by taking in our Pre-Conference Workshops - held on Tuesday, 06 May, the day before the main event. These exclusive, hands-on sessions are available only to conference attendees & offer a deep dive into key risk topics.


Choose Your Format

  • Half-Day Workshop – Morning (8.30am - 12.00pm) or Afternoon (12.30pm - 4.00pm)
  • Full-Day Learning – Bundle an AM & PM workshop for a completely immersive experience!


Lunch is included with both full-day and half-day sessions (before or after your workshop, depending on selection).


Each workshop attended will earn you 4CPD points.


To book, register for the conference, then select your preferred workshop(s) during the add-on stage.


CYPRESS 1 STREAM

Focus: Influencing with Impact

Why: Equipping risk professionals with essential skills to communicate effectively, advocate change, & cultivate transparent organisational cultures.
How: Practical techniques, role-playing, & case studies to build confidence & influence behaviours positively.


WORKSHOP 1 (AM)
Influencing Essentials for Risk Managers
Presented by Lisa Harrison, The Learning Pyramid


WORKSHOP 4 (PM)

Influencing Speak Up Culture
Presented by Andrew Brown & DeAnna Burton, Adaptive Cultures



CYPRESS 2 STREAM

Focus: Preparing for Emerging Risks

Why: Anticipating & proactively managing future risks by setting clear organisational boundaries & ensuring strategic readiness.

How: Interactive scenario-planning sessions, practical frameworks, & actionable guidance on risk appetite alignment.


WORKSHOP 2 (AM)
Risk Appetite Statements


WORKSHOP 5 (PM)
Feeling the Future: Engaging the Organisation on Emerging Risk
Presented by Nicole Lott, Deciding Edge Australia



HYDRATE BAR STREAM

Focus: Building Strong Foundations

Why: Ensuring robust legal understanding & fostering wellbeing—foundations for resilient & legally compliant organisations.

How: Expert-led sessions providing insights into legal risk management & practical approaches to building healthier organisational cultures.


WORKSHOP 3 (AM)
Contract Law for Risk Professionals


WORKSHOP 6 (PM)
Powering Employee & Organisational Wellbeing
Presented by Wayne Schwass, PukaUp