President's Message

Dear LA RIMS Members,

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, I am thrilled to reflect on the incredible successes we shared in 2024 and look forward to an even more impactful year ahead. Your participation, enthusiasm, and support have truly made LA RIMS a thriving community for risk management professionals.

2024 was a great year for our chapter. Our signature events--the Golf Tournament, Summer Mixer, and Holiday Party--were not only well-attended but also celebrated as opportunities to strengthen our professional and personal connections. These events continue to embody the spirit of collaboration and camaraderie that defines LA RIMS.

Beyond these highlights, our commitment to professional development remained strong. We hosted engaging educational events, like our Sports and Entertainment Risk Manager Panel and dynamic Risk Manager Roundtables that provided invaluable insights and fostered meaningful discussions. These programs underscore our dedication to equipping members with the tools and knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of risk management.

We also ventured outdoors with our hikes and biking events, expanding our reach through networking events in collaboration with Rising Risk Professionals (RRP) and HIRMA. These activities have reinforced the importance of building connections in diverse and enriching settings, adding a fresh dimension to our chapter's programming.

I want to take a moment to extend my sincere gratitude to Scott Ritto for his outstanding leadership and countless contributions over the last few years as chapter president. Scott's dedication has been instrumental in guiding the LA RIMS chapter, and we are deeply appreciative of his efforts.

Additionally, I want to thank the LA RIMS Board of Directors for their unwavering support and hard work. Your commitment to our mission is the foundation of our success and I'm honored to serve with you. I'm also delighted to welcome our new board members, Deanna De Armas and Kathryn Christiansen from The Walt Disney Co. We are excited to have you join us and look forward to your valuable contributions.

As we move forward into 2025, we are excited to continue with great programming while exploring new opportunities to engage, educate, and inspire. Also, mark your calendars for upcoming events, including RISKWORLD 2025 in Chicago (May 4th-7th) and the Western Regional RIMS Conference in Santa Clara, CA (Oct.1st-3rd). These conferences promise to be exceptional opportunities for learning, networking, and professional growth.

Your involvement will be crucial in making this another successful year. The LA RIMS Chapter could not provide these quality events without the support of our Professional and Associate Members, through both the membership and event specific fees, and most importantly, through the generous sponsorship of our events. We couldn't do it without you!

Thank you for being an integral part of LA RIMS. Here's to a successful and fulfilling year and I hope to see you at an event in 2025!

Warm regards,

Cristian Iglesias
President, LA RIMS