Karen Hardy, Ed.D

Resiliency in The U.S. Public Sector: The Role of Enterprise Risk Management
LinkedIn
May 19, 2022

Organizational resiliency is just as much of a priority in the U.S. public sector as in other industries. The term resilience has become a corporate buzzword used to describe scenarios ranging from an individual employee's capacity to manage personal diversity to an entire market's ability to withstand force majeure (Bove-LaMonica, 2021).

Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security: Industry Experts Share Their Insights About Enterprise Security Risk Management Risks for Organizations (Flip This Risk Book Series)
62 Media Publishing
November 15, 2021

Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security provides a holistic snapshot of select security management issues. It is a compilation of stories from experts in the field providing unique and creative perspectives on several security management areas including risk and resilience, business continuity, executive protection, GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance), global monitoring, and travel and event security.

In this book, our diversity of experts (who happen to be all women!) provides powerful narratives from personal and professional viewpoints, creating an opportunity for readers to easily grasp the concepts that frame security management in organizations. If you are seeking a better understanding of security management, desire additional knowledge about effective tools in the industry, or searching for leading practices that work in real-time-this book is for you! Use it as a guide. Use it as a reference. Use it for inspiration!

What Larry Bird Can Teach Us About Risk-Based Decision-making
LinkedIn
March 14, 2020

What was the last thing you cut from your personal budget to help keep household costs and expenses down? Was it a smart cut or not?

Depending on the answer, we all cut things from our budget we presume are not necessary. It's a judgement call

Five Risk Management Strategies for Surviving a V.U.C.A. World
LinkedIn
January 22, 2020

5 lessons the Peloton Incident taught us about internal risk cultures

Do We Need More Self-Leaders In The Workforce?
LinkedIn
July 23, 2019

For years, the threat of a retirement wave has haunted the minds of the workforce. But has the aging of our leaders finally called our bluff? It may be time to revisit how we lead in the future.

The Social Media Blackout. How to guard your business against unexpected events.
Flip This Risk Podcast
July 07, 2019

Find out how to protect your company's wealth through risk management practices

What are benefits of pursuing enterprise risk management? How can risk management enhance decision-making? Can you foster a culture of risk awareness?
LinkedIn
May 19, 2016

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Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security: Industry Experts Share Their Insights About Enterprise Security Management Risks for Organizations
62 Media Publishing
November 15, 2021

The new book features 8 women authors in the security management field who provide unique insights about key business practices. "This new book represents a diversity of voices in an area that is underrepresented," says Dr. Karen Hardy, the visionary behind the new Flip This Risk Book series.

"The risk management profession needs to expand the number and variety of perspectives when it comes to building a body of literature that supports the field," she explained.

Dr. Hardy is an award-winning author who has written and contributed to over 12 books (including three textbooks) in business, leadership, personal development and risk management. She is dedicated to the growth of the risk management industry. She expressed enthusiasm about forging ahead with this new mission in a booming industry. But despite her own success, she believes more can be done.

"When I say that we need to diversify the thought leadership in the risk management field, I am not only speaking to the need for gender diversity, but also showcasing the subject-matter expertise from different angles, personal and professional experiences and publishing that knowledge," says Hardy.

--Creating Opportunities--

According to Dr. Hardy, the goal of the Flip This Risk Book series is to tackle both of these issues simultaneously, while also creating a platform where executives can engage in creative, written expression that strengthens the industry literature. "We are changing the way we view learning risk management. We are incorporating storytelling into our publications to help convey critical expertise. This will also make the content more relatable and draw people into the work we do," she says.

Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security features several women authors at the top of their professional game in the security management field. They are: Bridget Guerrero, Rachael Tovey, Barrie Burren, Candace McCabe, Daniella Bove LaMonica, Sonia Travi Knowles, RitaBeth Crague, and Sherry Tucci.

"Security management is one of many types of risk organizations manage," says Hardy. "The pandemic introduced both opportunities and challenges for the field. There has never been a better time to look to the industry's thought leaders for insights, guidance, and clarity."

--Short, Snackable Learning--

The book is delivered in 8 "snackable" chapters, a strategy that supports the brand's goal of creating short, eco-friendly books that simplify complex topics.

"This book is perfect for individual micro-learning and team training. You can literally read through the entire book non-stop in less than 90 minutes!" says Hardy.

Chapter 1: focuses on Enhancing Your Organization's Resilience
Chapter 2: focuses on Business Continuity and Why It is Important
Chapter 3: provides insights on Executive Protection
Chapter 4: tackles the subject of Governance, Risk and Compliance
Chapter 5: dives into Risk and Resilience
Chapter 6 discusses the importance of Global Monitoring and Response
Chapter 7: highlights the importance of Travel and Event Security
Chapter 8: rounds out the book with Conversations with Leaders and Developing a Strategic Mindset

Winning Finalist- International Book Awards
American Book Fest
June 03, 2022

“The 2022 results represent a phenomenal mix of books from a wide array of publishers throughout the world. IBA’s success begins with the enthusiastic participation of authors and publishers and continues with our distinguished panel of industry judges who bring to the table their extensive editorial, PR, marketing, and design expertise.”

Most Promising New Textbook Award Recipient
John Wiley and Sons
November 14, 2014

The Most Promising New Textbook Award is given to Academic Authors by the Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The Award recognizes excellence in 1st edition textbooks and learning materials.

George Mason University Executive Development’s Chief Risk Officer program
Business GMU
October 11, 2023

Learn the skills you need for an executive role as Chief Risk Officer to identify diverse sources of corporate risk, protect your organization, and seize new business opportunities.

Using Risk Management to Build Resilience and Sustainability in Caribbean Economies
www.SetYourStrategy.com
November 19, 2020

Interview with David Harris, Design Researcher
FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast
November 21, 2023

Is human centered design (HCD) and design thinking techniques effective for improving organization operations? David Harris joins us to discuss what HCD is and how it can be used to help leaders provide better service.

Interview with Carlos Alvarenga, Communications Expert
FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast
September 27, 2023

Author and Communications Expert Carlos Alvarenga joins us to talk about the rules of persuasion. Persuasion is fundamental to most of our personal and professional lives. Specific to risk management professionals, it is mor…

Interview with Dr. Moriba Jah, Space Environmentalist
FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast
July 14, 2023

In this episode we explore the risks and challenges of managing space debris; the tools being used to contain this threat, and the need for diversity, equity and inclusion in this emerging field.

FLIP THIS RISK MINUTE! - 3 Strategies for Managing Risk in Your Organization
FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast
April 13, 2023

Got a minute? Today, I'm sharing 3 strategies for managing risks in your organization. For more insights, discover how C-Suite executives think about implementing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). Visit bit.ly/FREE-CPE to ea…

Interview with Dave Mader, Former Controller of the U.S.
FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast
February 25, 2023

What are the leadership attributes needed to usher change management through Enterprise Risk Management? Dave Mader shares his experience leading ERM across the federal government, and shares two key skills leaders need to …

Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR)- "Diversity Matters in Publications"
FLIP THIS RISK® Podcast
December 20, 2022

Segment 5 of 5: In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.

Dr. Karen Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "Every Risk Tells A Story"
Flip This Risk Podcast
December 12, 2022

Segment 3 of 5: In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.

Dr. Hardy Featured on National Public Radio (NPR) - "We Take Risks To Improve The Quality of Our Lives"
Flip This Risk Podcast
December 07, 2022

Segment 1 of 5: In this two-minute segment, Dr. Karen Hardy was featured on 95+ National Public Radio (NPR) stations nationwide discussing her new book series, what it is like being an indie publisher, and how her books are adding diverse thought leaders to the industry literature.

Interview with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Logistics and Supply Chain Expert
Flip This Risk Podcast
October 31, 2022

What is the future of supply chains? Does it involve innnovation, transparency, diversity and sustainability? In this upbeat and spirited interview Sarah, founder of Let's Talk Supply Chain, shares her thoughts about the industry, new risk factors, and how companies are rethinking the process altogether.

Interview with Ritabeth Crague, Author & Travel Risk Management Expert
Flip This Risk Podcast
September 16, 2022

Are there gaps in your travel security program? Ritabeth Crague joins us to chat about ethics in security, the new ISO 31010 Travel Risk Management Standard and why now is the best time to benchmark best practices in travel management for your organization.

Interview with Hersh Shefrin, Behavioral Risk Expert, Santa Clara University
Flip This Risk Podcast
September 01, 2022

What is your risk personality style? Dr. Shefrin describes how our disposition to risk can show up in the way we work and the work behavior of others.

Flip This Risk Minute- Travel Security Program Tips
Flip This Risk Podcast
August 02, 2022

In this Flip This Risk Minute, Dr. Hardy shares tips on establishing a Travel Security Program based on authors Ritabeth Crague and Sherry Tucci, from Chapter 7 of the international award winning book: Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security.

Interview with Stephen Sanford, Office of Strategic Planning and External Liaison (GAO)
Flip This Risk Podcast
July 14, 2022

The pandemic brought about challenges and changes in nearly every sector in the U.S., from healthcare to education. Stephen Sanford joins us in a conversation about the top trends affecting government and society based on a new foresight report by the Government Accountability Office. This episode provides a great overview for risk management professionals seeking to stay abreast of the environmental landscape and sector uncertainties.

Interview with Paul Sobel, Chairman at the COSO organization (creators of the COSO ERM
Flip This Risk Podcast
June 09, 2022

You may have heard about one of the most popular Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks used by companies and organizations. It is known as the COSO ERM framework. Thinking about adopting it? Paul Sobel breaks down the benefits of using the COSO model and how it became so popular. You can learn more about it at COSO.org

Interview with Peggy Winton, CEO/President, Association for Intelligent Information Manageme
Flip This Risk Podcast
May 27, 2022

Can unstructured information contain emerging risks for an organization? Information management is a broad area of practice. Everyone has access to and use information. But there are two types of information organizations possess: structured and unstructured. In this interview, Peggy discusses the importance of how information managers can add value to an organization. She describes the opportunities and challenges for putting unstructured information into a context that is useful and valuable to leadership for decision-making.

COMMENTARY: Resiliency in the U.S. Public Sector (Lessons and the Path Forward)
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April 30, 2022

Organizational resiliency is just as much a priority in the U.S. public sector as in other industries. In this Commentary, Dr. Hardy shares a perspective about how U.S. federal agencies are becoming more resilient.

Fireside Chat: Author Rachael Tovey, Business Continuity Expert
Flip This Risk Podcast
April 13, 2022

PART 5 of a five part series on Career Development. Rachael Tovey discusses the ins and outs of Business Continuity Planning and the tools of the trade as part of her contribution to the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security.

Interview with Robert Handfield, Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management at North Carolina State University
Flip This Risk Podcast
March 25, 2022

Supply Chains are on top of everyone's mind. But what is a supply chain and why is managing supply chain risk so tricky? Professor Handfield breaks down the subject and shares the four key components of Supply Chain Management that must be done to avoid the perfect storm.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Robert Kaplan, Professor Emeritus Harvard University
Flip This Risk Podcast
February 28, 2022

In this exclusive interview Dr. Karen Hardy and Dr. Kaplan engage in a candid and rich discussion about the opportunities and challenges for the risk management industry, the practice of risk management during the pandemic, the role behavioral science in organizational settings, and the success of the HBS Risk Management Program for Executives over the past decade.
Robert Kaplan is Senior Fellow and Marvin Bower Professor of Leadership Development, Emeritus at the Harvard Business School. He co-created both the of Activity Based Costing (ABC) and the Balanced Scorecard

Fireside Chat: Author Barrie Burren, Strategic Communication and Global Security Professional
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February 21, 2022

PART 4 of our Career Development Series. Barrie Burren discusses the topic of "Executive Protection" risk as part of her contribution to the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security.

Fireside Chat: Author Daniella Bove LaMonica discusses organizations that sustain adversity
Flip This Risk Podcast
January 24, 2022

PART 3 of our Career Development Series: Daniella Bove LaMonica discusses her contribution as one of the authors of the best selling book "Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security." She is also a tenured fellow with the Truman National Security Project. Daniella briefly touches on six-actions organizations can take to strengthen their organization's resiliency and shares her experience as part of an Executive Risk Communication Workshop.

Fireside Chat: Author Sonia Travi Knowles discusses Global Monitoring and Response activities for resilient organizations
Flip This Risk Podcast
January 17, 2022

Sonia Travi Knowles, intelligence expert, is a contributing author to the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security. She shares her insights about the importance of global monitoring and response actions for today's organizations. Sonia also talks about her experience in completing the Executive Risk Communication Writing Workshop.

Author Candace McCabe, CIP, CIPM discusses GRC practices
Flip This Risk Podcast
January 10, 2022

Candace McCabe, Contributing author of the book Flip This Risk for Enterprise Security, shares her insights about how GRC (government, risk and compliance) professionals can partner with their organization's leadership and what opportunities are available in the GRC space.

Interview with Mahesh Joshi, Academic and Game Theory Expert in Strategy Building
Flip This Risk Podcast
December 31, 2021

Strategy building continues to be a pain point for executives in the C-Suite. Despite applications across various industries, executive behavior does not always align with effective strategy implementation. Mahesh Joshi is an academic and strategy expert who incorporates experiential learning and game theory into strategy development. During this interview, he describes how he incorporates his concepts and how his new game "Biggie Bills" is changing how leaders learn effective strategy management via a digital game platform.

Interview with Christy Kaufman, Global Leader at Zillow for Enterprise Risk Management
Flip This Risk Podcast
December 02, 2021

Zillow is an American online real estate marketplace company that was founded in 2006. In this episode Christy shares her perspectives about the key elements of successful risk management, the role of data analytics and the importance of being a well-rounded professional in adding value to your organization.

Interview w/ Flip This Risk Book Author Candace McCabe
YouTube
May 30, 2022

Candace discusses her book chapter

Dr. Karen Hardy | How to Manage Risk to Your Business Strategy
YouTube
December 30, 2020

How to Manage Risk to Your Business Strategy