Join us for an exclusive in-person Breakfast Seminar where we delve into the cutting-edge trends in AI Risk Management and Model Risk Management (MRM). The convergence of regulation, AI adoption, and market volatility presents both challenges and opportunities for Banks.
Top industry experts will discuss AI’s transformative impact on MRM within financial services and how responsible AI adoption can fuel innovation while effectively managing risks.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of Model Risk Management!
Sessions
- 8.00am – 9.00am:
Registration, Coffee & Pastries
- 9.00am – 9.15am:
Welcome & Introductions
Sebastian Themsen, Risk Specialist – Nordics, SAS
- 9.15am – 10.00am:
Keynote Panel: AI & Model Risk Management - Navigating Potential Pitfalls & Strategies for Success.
Robust AI and Model Risk Management is increasingly important for all firms. As the volume of AI and traditional models used across firms grows at pace, the demands and expectations placed on AI & Model Risk Management teams grows also. In this session we discuss the potential pitfalls that can occur and how to navigate these for the success of your firm.
John Rea, Former Head of MRM, HSBC UK
Viki Styrbaek, Director – Model Risk Management, Deloitte
Anurag Chavan, Head of Model Risk & Validation, Nordea
- 10.00am-10.15am:
Networking Break
- 10.15 – 10.55am:
Discussion: Challenges, considerations and opportunities for managing AI & Model Risk in Denmark
An open discussion for all attendees to compare notes on the challenges, considerations and opportunities we all face when managing AI & Model Risk across our firms.
Facilitated open discussion for all attendees to contribute and compare across their firms.
- 10.55am – 11.00am:
Closing Remarks
Speakers
John Rea, Former Head of Model Risk Management, HSBC
John Rea is a senior industry leader with extensive experience of delivering business strategic improvements, both in the UK and internationally. John is currently a consultant for SAS and Managing Director of John Rea Consultancy Limited.
John’s expertise covers Risk and Operations, having held roles including CRO, COO and Transformation roles spanning 29 years in various UK and Global organisations. His firm provides consultancy in Risk, Operations, Model Risk Management & AI, Target operating models, Cost saving initiatives, Transformation and Business Strategy. Before commencing work with SAS, John was the Head of Model Risk Management for HSBC UK for many years.
Location
SAS Institute Denmark
Havneholmen 82450, København SV
Tuesday 8th October, 8am-11am

