#85 - Interview with Stéphane Martin - Risk management isn’t a compliance exercise, it’s a strategic advantage

In this episode of CapricornConnect, we dive deep into the evolving world of risk management with Stéphane Martin — CEO of Smart Risk Consulting and co-founder of Switzerland’s largest risk management conference.

Stéphane shares why he built one of the most influential risk platforms in Europe, what motivated him to reshape the industry, and how organizations today must rethink risk in an age defined by AI, cyber threats, and geopolitical uncertainty.

We explore: - Why traditional risk management is outdated - How AI is reshaping risk, governance, and decision-making - The rise of dynamic, real-time risk reporting - The crucial role boards must play in understanding and acting on risk data - Why companies must break silos and build bridges across departments - The top risks leaders consistently underestimate

And the mindset shift executives need to navigate today’s complexity

Stéphane also gives personal insights into his own philosophy, the superpower he wishes he had, and the leaders who inspire him.

A must-listen for executives, board members, risk leaders, and anyone navigating the accelerating challenges of the modern corporate landscape.