At Risgard, we are committed to equipping our clients and visitors with the knowledge and tools they need to effectively manage and mitigate your operational risk. We understand that navigating the complexities of effective risk management can be challenging, which is why we have curated a selection of valuable resources to support you in this journey.
Our goal is to provide you with access to high-quality materials from various industry experts. These resources are designed to help you stay informed about the latest strategies, best practices, and technological advancements in risk management. By offering these links, we aim to empower you with the insights and tools necessary to protect your business and ensure its long-term success.
Below, you’ll find a collection that we believe can make a significant impact on your operational risk management efforts. Whether you are an entrepreneur, or simply someone looking to enhance your understanding of this critical area, our resources page is here to provide you with valuable information and guidance.
THE RESILIENT ENTREPRENEUR: STRATEGIES IN BUSINESS CONTINUITY: In today’s dynamic business landscape, small and midsize entrepreneurs face a myriad of challenges that can impact the stability and sustainability of their organizations. From economic downturns to technological disruptions and unforeseen crises, the ability to navigate operational risk with resilience is essential for long-term success. “THE RESILIENT ENTREPRENEUR: STRATEGIES IN BUSINESS CONTINUITY,” authored by John J. Graham, is a comprehensive guide designed to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools they need to build resilient organizations and thrive in the face of adversity.
Books on Internal Fraud
Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup In 2014, Theranos founder and CEO Elizabeth Holmes was widely seen as the next Steve Jobs: a brilliant Stanford dropout whose startup “unicorn” promised to revolutionize the medical industry with its breakthrough device, which performed the whole range of laboratory tests from a single drop of blood. Backed by investors such as Larry Ellison and Tim Draper, Theranos sold shares in a fundraising round that valued the company at more than $9 billion, putting Holmes’s worth at an estimated $4.5 billion. There was just one problem: The technology didn’t work. Erroneous results put patients in danger, leading to misdiagnoses and unnecessary treatments. All the while, Holmes and her partner, Sunny Balwani, worked to silence anyone who voiced misgivings—from journalists to their own employees.
The Wizard of Lies: Bernie Madoff and the Death of Trust This question has long fascinated people, about the New York financier who swindled his friends, relatives, and other investors out of $65 billion. And in The Wizard of Lies, Diana B. Henriques of the New York Times has written the definitive and bestselling account of the man and his scheme, drawing on unprecedented access and more than one hundred interviews, including Madoff’s first interviews for publication following his arrest. Henriques provides vivid details from the lawsuits and government investigations that explode the myths that have come to surround the story, and in a revised and expanded epilogue, she unravels the latest legal developments.