ABOUT THE SUMMIT
Currently in it's ninth year, the GRI Summit is the signature conference for the Global Risk Institute. This annual event offers thought-provoking discussions from a roster of world-class speakers. The summit is one full day and attendees can expect insightful panel discussion, keynote speakers and networking opportunities.
Business Relevant
When surveyed, 98% of attendees in 2018 agreed the Summit was relevant to their business needs.
Emerging Risks
This year's conference will bring together industry speakers specializing in:
Geopolitical Risk, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainable Finance, Cyber Security & Risk Management Practices
Diversity
Over 58 Different Organizations Represented in 2018
Ranging from : Financial Services, Insurance, Academic, Government & Consulting
Time
Conference
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Date
Wednesday
September 18 2019
Location
Toronto Region Board of Trade, 4th Floor
77 Adelaide Street West
Toronto, ON M5X 1C1
KEY RISKS FOR 2019
We asked our member organizations to provide views on key risks, on the stability of their individual institutions and the overall Canadian financial system. The Summit will focus on what we heard.
Geopolitical Risk
For the first time, geopolitical risk & rising political instability was ranked in the top 3
Industry Disruption
Open Banking & Financial Technology Innovation
Climate Change & Sustainable Finance
Expanding the financial sector’s understanding of climate risks while identifying proactive responses and new market opportunities.
CONFERENCE AGENDA
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BREAKFAST & REGISTRATION
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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WELCOME REMARKS & SUMMIT OPENING
8:30 AM - 8:40 AM
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THE SHIFTING GEOPOLITICAL LANDSCAPE
8:50 AM - 9:45 AM
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BREAKOUT SESSIONS: Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence & Sustainable Finance
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
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OPEN BANKING: TOWARD A "MADE-IN-CANADA" SOLUTION
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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NETWORKING LUNCH
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
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THE NEW RISK PROFESSIONAL: ATTRACTING & RETAINING RISK TALENT
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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BIG IDEAS & BOLD PERSPECTIVES
Climate Change, Innovation & Geopolitics - A "TEDx" Style Speaker Series
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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BEST PRACTICES IN RISK MANAGEMENT
The Risk Evolution - New Ways of Solving Complex Problems
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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CLOSING REMARKS
SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter for exciting speaker announcements throughout the summer! Use #GRISummit to join the conversation on social media!
CONTACT US
GLOBAL RISK INSTITUTE OFFICE
Global Risk Institute in Financial Services
55 University Avenue, Suite 1801
Toronto, ON M5J 2H7