In today’s data-driven economy, organizations face an increasing need to integrate data risk management practices into their strategic and operational frameworks. Data is a cornerstone of business value creation and establishing a competitive advantage. However, the complexity of modern data ecosystems, combined with evolving regulatory landscapes, exposes organizations to significant operational, reputational, and financial risks. This presentation focuses on the importance of aligning data risk management with organizational goals and objectives through a multi-disciplinary approach to unlock its full potential and drive measurable business outcomes. Attendees will explore how strategic data relevance and dependency insights can help businesses enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, and maintain trust with stakeholders.

By placing data risk management at the forefront of enterprise operations, organizations can establish a stronger foundation for resilience and innovation. This session will provide actionable strategies for understanding the broader context of data risks, by applying multiple principles and frameworks, establishing business data dependencies, and fostering a culture where data risk management is seen as a driver of business value. Participants will leave equipped with the knowledge and methodologies to elevate the data risk management practice within their organizations.

• Understand the strategic importance of data risk management in driving business value.
• Learn how to identify and manage critical data dependencies to minimize organizational vulnerabilities.
• Gain insights into aligning data risk initiatives with broader business goals for maximum impact.
• Explore techniques for fostering organizational awareness and accountability around data risks.
• Discover practical approaches to integrating data risk management into enterprise strategy.

Speaker: Ronaldo Dy-Liacco

Ronaldo is an Executive Director of Business Data and Analytics and is the Head of Enterprise Data Governance at USAA. He has over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in governance, risk management, and compliance. Ron has served in several business areas at USAA and held various leadership roles in Insurance Operations, Business Risk and Controls Management, Business Process Management, Process Engineering, Applications Development, and Product Management. He has an undergraduate degree in Business Management and an MBA from St. Leo University. Ron holds professional designations as a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) and Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP) from the Risk Management Society (RIMS).