The 2009 Risk Manager in Residence was Dr. Gert Cruywagen. He is the author of the book "Jungle Risk Mangement: Risk Lessons from the African Bush".
Every September, the Katie School hosts one risk manager from the insurance industry to further educate students and discuss various topics with faculty and staff. The risk manager holds an hour-long session one of the two evenings in residence for students and anyone else interested in the industry. This session generally consists of an in-depth look at what the professional's specific position entails, as well as pertinent issues dealt with in his/her department. Claims, litigation, and liability are topics covered, and their incorporation with the risk manager position is also covered. In addition, these subjects are presented to students in the classroom as the risk manager gives presentations to them throughout the stay. All of the above give students the capabilities to learn about risk management firsthand from a professional, and a deeper sense of knowledge about the insurance industry as a whole.
This year's risk manager in residence was Dr. Gert Cruywagen. Dr. Cruywagen is the Director of Risk for Tsogo Sun Group as well as the Chair of the Group Risk Management Committee for the city of Johannesburg, South Africa. He is also the author of "Jungle Risk Management: Risk Lessons from the Aftrican Bush", a book comparing the risk management strategies of corporations and animals of the African wild using stories and photos of his unique experiences.
Visit the photo gallery to view more photos of Dr. Cruywagen with ISU students.
