Description
This Risk Ready session for Boards, Principals and Executive Leaders will dive into understanding, prioritising and mitigating major risks in schools.
Delivered in partnership with Grange Insurance, this session brings together experienced insurance underwriters to provide a contemporary overview of the major risks facing schools.
Designed for Boards, Principals and senior leaders, the session offers practical insights to strengthen governance, inform board discussions, and enhance risk mitigation strategies within the context of fiduciary responsibilities.
Attendees will gain an understanding of emerging issues and identify potential gaps in their knowledge.
This session is essential for leaders committed to safeguarding their institution and ensuring robust governance.
Outcomes
- Identify key and emerging risk areas impacting schools.
- Understand insurance trends and fiduciary implications.
- Evaluate gaps in current risk management practices.
- Strengthen board-level risk discussions and decision-making.
- Develop practical actions to improve governance and compliance
Presenters
Diana Currie (AISWA Staff)
Consultant | School Business Management
Diana Currie is the Consultant, School Business Management at AISWA. She joined AISWA in June 2019 as Business Practices and Contracts Manager and has since held roles within the Finance Directorate.
A qualified CPA, Diana brings extensive experience from her 15 years as a Business Manager in a K-12 day and boarding school environment, providing her with a strong understanding of the operational and financial challenges facing schools.
Since 2024, Diana’s role has focused on supporting finance teams across AISWA member schools through tailored professional development opportunities, practical guidance, and advice on emerging legislative requirements and government funding arrangements.
Diana is the primary point of contact for Business Managers and school finance professionals seeking assistance with financial management, funding, compliance, governance, and other school business management matters.
Dean Cook
Dean Cook began his career at QBE Insurance in 2001, where he gained extensive experience as a commercial underwriter. In 2006, he transitioned to a general insurance brokerage in Perth, managing a significant portfolio of commercial clients. In December 2011, Dean became an Authorised Representative at Grange Insurance Solutions and was appointed Director of Grange on January 1, 2016. He is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and advice to his clients as well as having a keen focus on driving the cultural values and goals of the company.
Terms & Conditions
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Segments
Masterclass: Risk Ready for Boards, Principals and Executive Leaders
Date / Time
24 Aug 2026 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 12:00Delivery Format : Webinar
PL Hours : 3.00
Learning Area
- Administration
- Governance
- Leadership
- Marketing
School Area
- Leadership
- Business Manager
- Other (non-teaching)