Jim Massey on Risk in Action

About this episode

Tom Fox interviews Jim Massey about his book on risk management and the role of compliance professionals in embracing innovation.

Innovation spans many areas, and compliance professionals need not only to be ready for it but also to embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom visits with Jim Massey about his latest book, Risk in Action: The Leader’s Guide to Act with Clarity. Jim Massey is a distinguished figure in risk management, known for translating complex ideas into practical strategies that empower business leaders. With a wealth of experience from boardrooms to executive sessions, he is a highly sought-after keynote speaker who enlightens audiences on how to navigate risks in high-pressure situations. Through his books, including his prior work, Trust in Action, Jim champions prioritizing and understanding risks, focusing on critical gaps and opportunities rather than attempting to address all risks equally. He is a proponent of using AI to streamline and revolutionize risk assessment processes, advocating a proactive approach in which leaders view risk as a potential driver of innovation and growth rather than merely a hurdle to overcome. Key…

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Host: Tom Fox

Guest: Jim Massey

Topics covered

• risk management
• compliance
• innovation
• AI in risk assessment
• leadership
• decision-making

Keywords

• risk management
• compliance
• innovation
• AI
• leadership
• decision-making
• business strategy

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Risk in Action: The Leader’s Guide to Act with Clarity, Trust in Action

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