About Chicagoland Risk Forum

A Decade of Risk Leadership

For 10 years, the Chicagoland Risk Forum has served as the Midwest's premier gathering for risk management professionals. What began as a modest industry meeting has evolved into an essential event where the region's risk community comes together to share challenges, discover solutions, and build lasting connections.

As we celebrate our milestone 10th anniversary in 2025, we reflect on our journey while looking boldly toward the future of risk management. This forum continues to adapt and grow alongside the evolving risk landscape, providing a consistent platform for meaningful dialogue and practical insights.

Our Mission

The Chicagoland Risk Forum exists to advance the practice of risk management by:

  • Facilitating knowledge exchange between risk professionals

  • Showcasing innovative approaches to emerging challenges

  • Creating meaningful connections within the risk community

  • Elevating the strategic role of risk management in organizations

Who Should Attend

The forum brings together a diverse cross-section of
the risk management community:

Risk Management Professionals

  • Chief Risk Officers

  • Risk Managers and Directors

  • Insurance and Claims Managers

  • Business Continuity Professionals

  • ERM Specialists

  • Safety and Loss Control Managers

Solution Providers

  • Insurance Carriers

  • Brokers and Agents

  • Risk Technology Platforms

  • Claims Service Providers

  • Legal and Compliance Experts

  • Business Continuity Solutions

What Sets Us Apart

The Chicagoland Risk Forum distinguishes itself through:

  • Risk Manager-Centric Approach: Content and networking opportunities designed specifically for in-house risk professionals

  • Practitioner-Led Discussions: Real-world case studies and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing

  • Quality Over Quantity: Carefully curated content addressing the most pressing challenges

  • Meaningful Connections: Structured networking that facilitates valuable relationship building

  • Community Investment: Risk managers attend complimentary—our way of investing in the professional community

2025 Planning Committee

About Chicago RIMS

The Chicagoland Risk Forum is proudly organized by the Chicago Chapter of RIMS (Risk and Insurance Management Society), the preeminent organization dedicated to advancing the practice of risk management.

The Chicago Chapter was founded in 1943 and remains one of the largest and most active RIMS chapters in the country, serving over 300 members throughout the greater Chicago area.

Our chapter provides risk professionals with opportunities for networking, education, and professional development throughout the year.

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The Chicagoland Risk Forum is made possible through the dedicated efforts of our volunteer planning committee,
comprised of leading risk management professionals from across the region.