Developing a Body of Knowledge is a team sport. It is an ambitious project that has taken many years of collective endeavor, greatly enriched by numerous risk professionals’ assistance and contributions. Their thoughtful comments, dedicated time spent on early drafts, and insightful perspectives have elevated this book beyond what it could have been on its own.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the Risk Management Institute of Australasia (RMIA) and the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) for their invaluable support, guidance, resources, and wisdom in developing this Body of Knowledge. Their collaborative spirit, expertise, and volunteer time have been instrumental in shaping this work, reflecting their unwavering dedication to the profession of risk management.

These organizations’ commitment to excellence in the risk management profession continues to inspire and shape risk management globally. Thank you for your ongoing support and contributions.
 

Contributors

The contributors to the RMBOK bring with them a wealth of international risk management experience—hundreds of years combined across various disciplines. Their voices, often strong and opinionated, have shaped this book into a unique blend of consensus and controversy. While the best material in the RMBOK is undoubtedly their work, we, as authors, bear sole responsibility for any errors.

The following pages highlight a few people and organizations that deserve special mention. Their contributions have vastly improved this book’s merits and helped make it truly representative of the risk management profession. We would like, therefore, to publicly acknowledge and thank the following risk management experts for sharing their energy, expertise and extensive intellectual capital:

• Adriaan Bosch CPP, MSyl, F.ISRM
• Alan Duong
• Alexander Scott
• Alex Webling
• Andrew Kemp
• Anthony O’Connell
• Athol Yates, PhD
• Bonnie Butlin, FARPI, SRMCP
• Brett Peppler, FAIPIO, F.ISRM, SRMCP
• Bryan Whitefield, MRMIA, CCRO
• Charles Chishiri
• Chris Oxley, SRMCP
• Christopher Ruff
• Craig Brain, SRMCP
• David Van Lambaart, SRMCP
• Dave Cohen
• David Rubens, D.SyRM, CSyP, F.ISRM, SRMCP
• Domenic Antonucci
• Ed Jopeck
• Fergus Murphy
• Gavriel (Gav) Schneider D.Crim, F.ISRM, FGIA, CCRO
• Garry Bergin, FSyI, F.ISRM
• Glen Thomas
• Glenn Merchant
• Grant Lecky
• Ian G.R. Wing, PhD, FAIPIO, CPP
• James Mason
• Jane Rudland-Thomas
• Joe Saunders
• Johan Du Plooy
• Joseph Cardone, FAICD
• Kevin J. Foster, PhD, FIEAust, CPEng, APECEng
• Kimberley Turner
• Mark Costello, F.ISRM SRMCP
• Mark Jarratt, CPP
• Martin Smith, SRMCP
• Matthew Curtis, SRMCP
• Michael White, CPP, CRM, SAS-AP, CPD
• Mike Croll, SRMCP
• Paul Boquest
• Paul Curwell, CPP, CFE, CISSP
• Paul Longley, SRMCP, CISA, CISM
• Patrick Schmitter
• Rachell DeLuca
• Sara Hadleigh-Dunn, PhD, FSyI, SRMC
• Serge Da Silva
• Simon Artz, SRMCP
• Stewart Hayes, MSc, SRMCP
• Stuart Eliasson
• Tony Ridley, CSyP, SRMCP
• Walter Chan, SRMCP
• Yolanda Hamblen
 

This group of people is a cross-section of some of the finest thinkers in risk management. Their pro bono contribution to the RMBOK is just another example of the many hours and contributions they have made and continue to make to the profession. Some contributors couldn’t be named due to the nature of their work. You know who you are, as do we, and we are very grateful for your contributions.
 

Editing and Graphics
 

The authors would like to express our deepest gratitude to our editor, Mary Sayed, and our graphic designer, Tatyana Leontyeva (www.8indie.com), for their invaluable contributions. Their meticulous attention to detail, insightful feedback, and unwavering dedication have significantly enhanced the quality of this work.

Supporters
 

There is very little glory and even fewer royalties to be made from risk management reference books. In addition to the foundational support from the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) and the Risk Management Institute of Australasia (RMIA), several organizations also supported this initiative.
 

We extend our profound gratitude to the following organizations for their invaluable assistance in developing RMBOK and their faith in the value of this endeavor.
• Asset College
• The International Graduate School of Risk Management
• Risk2Solution
• SECTARA
• SERT
• SRMBOK
 

These organizations generously contributed their time, resources, and intellectual property to advance the risk management profession. Their collaborative spirit, expertise, and unwavering dedication exemplify their commitment to excellence and innovation in the field.

Our heartfelt thanks go to each of these organizations for their role in transforming the RMBOK into a comprehensive and authoritative resource. Their ongoing support and involvement continue to inspire and shape risk management professionals worldwide.