Leadership update from the RMIA Board

CEO transition
The RMIA Board announces that Simon Levy has decided to step down as Chief Executive Officer and Company Secretary, effective 9 April 2026. He advised the Board of his decision following a period of careful consideration.

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Transition and next steps
RMIA President and Chairperson, Jane Whiter, will serve as Interim Chief Executive Officer during the period until a new CEO is appointed. The focus remains on ensuring continuity, stability, and delivery of RMIA strategic priorities. A search and selection process is underway to appoint a permanent Chief Executive Officer, with the clear goal of identifying a leader to support risk professionals at every stage of their career.

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Contribution and achievements
Simon steps down after concluding a decade with RMIA, including five years as CEO. During this time, he led a period of significant growth and transformation, strengthening membership, expanding capability, and returning the organisation to profitability. Membership increased from 1,391 in 2022 to 1,848 in 2025, alongside improved retention, larger events, and expanded programs.

He also played a key role in advancing RMIA's position as a standards setting and capability building body for the risk profession in Australasia, including expanded certification, short courses, thought leadership, and policy engagement. A legacy he can be proud of. 

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Well-deserved acknowledgement
The Board would like to formally thank Simon for his leadership, advocacy, and his deep commitment to members and the profession. We acknowledge the strong foundations Simon has put in place for RMIA and wish him all the very best for the future. A detailed summary of Simon’s contribution and tenure is available here.

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