The Risk Institute

• Main Author: Renaud, Phil
• Format: Conference Object
• Language: English
• Published: Ohio State University. Office of Outreach and Engagement 2017
• Subjects: Abbott; Arctic; Huntington; Perez; Renaud
• Online Access: http://hdl.handle.net/1811/85480

IMPACT. 1: Since 2015, The Risk Institute has driven effective and meaningful collaboration between industry practice and academic research by sponsoring 13 risk-related research proposals and hosting dozens of executive education sessions. -- 2. Continuously identify, explore, and disseminate leading-edge thought leadership on risk-related questions that, when answered, unlock stakeholder and corporate value. -- 3. The Distracted Driving initiative launched in February 2016 to determine reasons for increase of automobile accidents and fatalities in recent years, and determine a strategy to reverse those trends incorporating education and increased awareness of safe-driving practices. OSU PARTNERS: Department of Psychology; Center for Automotive Research; Ohio State/Ford Partnership; Honda-OSU Partnership; Ohio State University Driving Simulation Laboratory; Office of Research; Business and Industry Collaborations; College of Engineering COMMUNITY PARTNERS: Abbott Nutrition; Aon; Arctic Glacier; Battelle; Cigna; Discover; DHL; eDriving FLEET; EY; Ford; FM Global; Gallagher Bassett; Greenroad; Honda; Huntington; Motorists Insurance; Nationwide; NiSource Ohio Mutual Insurance Group; Larr Policy Consulting; Ohio Attorney General's Office; Ohio Dept of Insurance; Perez & Morris; Root; Smart Drive; State Auto; State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio; True North; Vantiv PRIMARY CONTACT: Phil Renaud ([e-mail]) Founded in 2013, The Risk Institute at Fisher College of Business exists to bridge the gap between academia and industry. We are a collection of forward-thinking companies and academics that understand effective risk management strategies not only protect firms but position them to create growth and value. We are leading a nationwide initiative to curb distracted driving utilizing a four-tiered approach - research, legislation, technology, and environment/urban planning.