Michael Rasmussen

As regulatory landscapes grow increasingly complex, organizations are turning to governance, risk and compliance (GRC) programs as a force-multiplier. When implemented effectively, GRC can drastically improve an organization's ability to efficiently navigate rules and requirements while becoming more risk-intelligent. However, capturing these benefits requires taking a holistic, strategic approach from the outset.

As a GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) analyst, I've always been fascinated by the intersection of global politics and corporate strategy. In fact, if I could redo my career, I'd be tempted to become a geopolitical risk manager. But as I delve deeper into the world of GRC, I realize that geopolitical risk management isn't just fascinating—it's imperative.