The hidden impact of risk: Insights for boards and the questions that matter

Overview

Directors operate in a world of complexity and uncertainty, where effective oversight relies on asking the right questions. Following the Bay of Plenty Branch AGM, this session with Rodney Young, General Manager Risk and Assurance at Gallagher Group Limited, will challenge boards to rethink how they engage with risk.

Rodney is a recognised audit and risk leader with global experience in organisational resilience, internal audit, and enterprise risk. He has pioneered innovative practices, including AI-enabled risk frameworks and objective-centric risk models, to enhance performance and agility.

Drawing on real-world case studies, Rodney will introduce the Objective-Centric Risk Management (OCR) framework – a powerful approach that connects risk to strategic outcomes, rather than traditional registers. This session will equip directors with the tools and questions needed to improve risk alignment, strengthen accountability, and foster a more resilient governance culture.

Rodney will discuss how to:

• Define risk through a strategic lens using ISO and COSO frameworks
• Identify and address board blind spots in risk oversight
• Align resources to high-impact, mission-critical risks
• Frame tough, high-value questions that drive transparency and decision-making
• Spot early warning signs and embed a strategy-aligned, risk-aware culture

Register now for this opportunity to explore how directors can elevate their impact through stronger risk governance.

If you would also like to attend the Bay of Plenty Branch AGM, a separate registration is required. Register here

Rodney Young

MInstD

Rodney Young is a recognised audit and risk leader with extensive experience in organisational risk, assurance, and strategic leadership. As GM Risk and Assurance at Gallagher Group Limited, Rodney leads enterprise risk, internal audit, and organisational resilience across global operations. He has pioneered innovative approaches such as AI-enabled risk frameworks and objective-centric models, enhancing organisational agility and performance.

Rodney has also held key risk and assurance leadership roles at Te Pūkenga, and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. His contributions have earned him accolades such as the RiskNZ Risk Professional of the Year Award (2024) and runner-up for RMIA's Risk Leader of the Year (2023). He currently serves as a National Board Director for the Institute of Internal Auditors New Zealand, and on the Board of Trustees for Community Link Trust, where he contributes to building resilient and high-performing organisations.

With advanced qualifications in leadership communication, internal audit, and risk management, Rodney combines strategic insight with cultural competence, including mātauranga Māori, to deliver inclusive and impactful governance solutions.

 

Additional information

Should you have any dietary, mobility, cultural or other requirements, you can let us know on the registration form.

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Branch event cancellation policy

Regrettably, registration fees cannot be refunded when cancellations are received within two working days prior to any branch event.  See our standard terms and conditions for more information.

Contact

Megan Beveridge
Waikato and Bay of Plenty Branch Manager

+64 21 358 772
megan.beveridge@iod.org.nz

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