Resources
Managing Risk in Tech Vendor Selection
Choosing a technology vendor can feel like learning an entirely new language and consume valuable staff time your team would rather spend on something else! And because tech contracts and marketing materials are filled with unfamiliar terms, some nonprofit teams lean towards “trust” instead of “verify.” This webinar provides an overview of the risks that … Continued
Repairing Broken Insurance Broker Relationships
By Erin Gloeckner The inaugural Risk Leadership Certificate Program (RLCP) is complete and the NRMC team looks forward to inviting a new cohorts of nonprofit risk professionals to join RLCP in future programs. Contact Melanie Lockwood Herman (Melanie@nonprofitrisk.org) to apply for RLCP, or read on to share in the learning from our first RLCP cohort. During the … Continued
Stir the Pot: Effectively Requesting Proposals and Evaluating Vendors
Do you have a current vendor who is just a bad egg? Do you have a program area where there are simply too many cooks in the kitchen? If your organization’s current vendors aren’t working out the way you’d like, you should consider creating and distributing a Request for Proposals, or RFP. In this webinar, … Continued
Financial Due Diligence: It’s More Than Checking Boxes
Due diligence and risk management are inextricably linked. Many leaders think of due diligence in the context of managing the risks of contractual arrangements, partnerships or new business ventures. Some may see due diligence as a checking-the-box” process that boils down to confirming facts. This narrow view trivializes the process. Effective due diligence requires the willingness to look for indicators that may signal … Continued
Risk in the Cloud: Keep Your Assets Protected When Flying High
Are you leery of cloud computing? Many nonprofit leaders are considering the upsides of cloud computing, but remain concerned about data security in the cloud. This webinar will explore security risks in a cloud computing environment and offer actionable tips and recommendations to smooth your transition to the cloud. This content-packed webinar will address the … Continued
Putting Your Insurance Program Out to Bid: A Practical Approach
Is your nonprofit paying a fair price for its insurance coverage? Are you receiving the services you deserve from your agent or broker? If you or any member of your board has asked one of these questions recently you might want to consider putting your insurance program out to bid. Doing so is often seen … Continued
Your Insurance Agent or Broker: Managing the Relationship and Getting the Help You Need
Among the gravest errors a nonprofit can make in managing its insurance program is devoting a great deal of time to the selection process without committing to managing the new relationship. While some relationships fail because the service provider promises more than he or she can deliver, others fail because of neglect on the nonprofit’s … Continued
Managing Special Event Risks: Practical Strategies for Nonprofits
Special events are increasingly common in the nonprofit sector. Yet safety often and unfortunately takes a back seat. If your nonprofit sponsors even one event annually, whether it’s an athletic competition held outdoors or a fundraising dinner, you need to begin incorporating the principles of special events risk management into your planning agenda and event … Continued
Third-Party Harassment: Is Your Nonprofit at Risk?
This 60-minute seminar offers a practical look at the topic of third-party harassment. While most nonprofit leaders are aware of their obligations to reduce the risk of harassment between staff members, greater awareness of third-party harassment is needed to adequately protect an organization. Do your supervisors know that the organization could be found legally responsible … Continued