The ROI of Upskilling: Why Investing in Your Risk Career Pays Off
By Simon Levy, Chief Executive Officer, RMIA
Risk is no longer just a safeguard – it’s a growth engine. In today’s environment, risk professionals are being asked to lead, not just respond. To influence strategy, not just monitor compliance.
That evolution brings opportunity – but only for those who are ready for it.
The RMIA Risk Conference 2025 isn’t just an event. It’s a career investment with measurable return. For professionals looking to stay ahead, stand out, and step up – this is your moment.
Upskilling Pays Off – And the Data Shows It
At RMIA, we’ve seen firsthand how professional development pays dividends.
Certified professionals within our network show a 91% membership retention rate, compared to 75% among non-certified members. That’s not just loyalty – that’s proof of value. Our certified members consistently report greater career clarity, more access to senior opportunities, and deeper engagement in their organisations.
This reflects a broader truth: the risk profession is changing, and those who keep building their skills are staying in demand.
Upskilling isn’t a cost – it’s a differentiator. It’s what helps you respond to a changing market, navigate complexity, and maintain relevance as the bar continues to rise.
The Conference as a Catalyst for Growth
The RMIA Risk Conference 2025, held from 6–8 May at RACV Royal Pines Resort, is designed to help you take your next professional step. With up to 20 CPD points available across workshops and conference sessions, it’s one of the most concentrated professional development opportunities in the region.
Here’s how the program delivers practical ROI:
Deep Learning through Pre-Conference Workshops
On Tuesday 6 May, delegates can attend targeted half-day workshops (or combine both for a full day), earning 4–8 CPD points. These sessions are designed to go beyond theory – diving into current challenges, hands-on tools, and emerging risk disciplines. You walk away with immediately applicable insights.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership capabilities or explore new technical areas, these workshops are built to stretch and equip.
High-Impact Conference Sessions
Over the next two days (Wednesday 7 – Thursday 8 May), the main conference agenda brings together a rich mix of keynotes, panels, and practitioner-led sessions covering strategy, culture, systems thinking, digital disruption, ESG, and more.
The speakers aren’t outsiders looking in – many are RMIA members and senior leaders who are sharing hard-earned lessons and future-focused insights. The result is a program built by and for the profession.
These two days offer up to 16 CPD points – and the opportunity to benchmark your thinking against the very best in the field.
Real Benefits. Real Stories.
Behind every data point is a story.
We’ve heard from members who were offered new roles, secured executive sponsorship for initiatives, or discovered a new passion area – all sparked by what they learned or who they met at the conference.
One member recently shared that after attending the 2023 event and applying learnings from a culture and conduct risk session, they were invited to contribute to board-level conversations – a career milestone they attribute to stepping up their development.
These stories aren’t rare. They’re what happens when you put yourself in the right rooms, with the right people, having the right conversations.
Don’t Wait to Be Ready – Get Ready
Risk professionals who stay ahead don’t do so by accident. They invest – in themselves, their mindset, and their network.
The RMIA 2025 Risk Conference is your opportunity to do just that. You’ll sharpen your capability, challenge your thinking, and make meaningful connections that fuel your career journey long after the event ends.
Your Next Step Starts Now
So, ask yourself: are you waiting for your next opportunity – or are you preparing for it?
We look forward to welcoming you in Gold Coast this May. The future of the profession will be shaped by those bold enough to lead it.