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Risk Management Educational Forum—A Look Back at Thirty Years of Excellence

Thirty years ago, the inaugural Risk Management Educational Forum took place at the DoubleTree Hotel at Horton Plaza in San Diego. The event, themed Stay Out of Court!, brought together 27 presenters and staff from across our membership to explore the fundamentals of risk management and effective methods for litigation prevention. Since its inception, the Authority has sought to bring together local government officials and subject matter experts to listen, learn, and interact with each other at the Forum.

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Although Horton Plaza is no longer around, this annual gathering is still going strong and serves as a unique occasion for Authority members to come together. It offers not only valuable educational content but also various networking activities, including a golf tournament, a Wednesday night welcome reception, and a Thursday evening dinner.

Planning for the Forum is a year-round process, with Authority staff organizing all aspects of the event from selecting the session topics and speakers to booking the hotel. Over the years, the Forum has been held in various locations throughout the state, from San Francisco and Santa Barbara to Indian Wells and San Diego. Each location has offered an opportunity for members to learn in a beautiful setting.

Annually, staff select a theme for the event to make it not only educational but also entertaining. Memorable themes from throughout the years include Risk Management Mission Impossible, Panning for Risk Management Gold, Don’t Gamble With Risk Management; The Art of Risk Management; There’s an App for That Risk; Ride the Wave of Risk Management; Managing Risk Like a Champion; and The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Risk Management.

The theme for the 2025 Forum is Class of ’95: Not So Clueless About Risk. This theme pays homage to the conference’s 30-year legacy and celebrates the reunion of members who have grown and learned together over the years. The event is a nod to the early days, when, much like in high school in the ‘90s, risk management seemed a little bit simpler.

Despite the changes in venue and themes, the Forum’s core mission remains the same: to provide valuable educational content and networking opportunities for Authority members. Stay tuned for additional information about registration, sessions, and speakers over the coming months. Visit our Risk Management Educational Forum webpage for more details.

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