The Federation of European Risk Management Associations has announced the election of Charlotte Hedemark as its next president, succeeding Dirk Wegener following his four-year tenure.

Ms Hedemark is currently a risk management expert and transformation agent in customer success risk assurance services at SAP, and vice-president of FERMA. A highly respected risk management professional, she has been a central figure in the ongoing development of FERMA in recent years.

Commenting on her election, Ms Hedemark said: “It is an honour to be elected President of FERMA. During a period of unprecedented challenges for corporations across Europe, the criticality of FERMA’s role in representing the interests of its member associations and raising the profile of the risk profession has never been greater. As we look forward during this time of uncertainty, FERMA will continue to act as a strategic radar for the industry, monitoring developments, informing associations, and addressing policymakers. In my role, I will work to ensure FERMA continues to be a rallying point for our members as we all strive to be risk leaders.”

Mr Wegener added: “I am delighted that Charlotte has been elected to the position of president. Her deep understanding of the risk management function and commitment to evolving and elevating the profession through her involvement with the wider risk community make her the ideal candidate to take the helm at FERMA as we help guide our members and represent their interests at all levels.”

Ms Hedemark's tenure as president will begin officially on 17th October at the closing of the FERMA Seminar 2023 in Belgium.

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