The SERMAPod Ep. 114 | Building a Sports & Entertainment Risk Program in Nigeria

The SERMAPod Ep. 114 | Building a Sports & Entertainment Risk Program in Nigeria

In this episode of the SERMAPod, Rich Lenkov and Rebecca Adelman speak with Father Theodore Ihenetu and Stanley Ukaga about launching a sports and entertainment risk management initiative in Nigeria. The conversation covers athlete safety, injury management, stakeholder collaboration, law enforcement involvement, and the steps needed to create long-term risk management standards and training programs across Nigeria’s growing sports and entertainment industries. Join SERMA today: https://www.theserma.org/ [https://www.theserma.org/] And a special thanks to our sponsor, Magna Lgal Services: https://magnals.com/ [https://magnals.com/]

The SERMAPod Ep. 113 | Welcome New Advisory Board Members

We’re excited to welcome five outstanding leaders to the SERMA Advisory Board! •  Emily Buckley - Insurance Risk Manager at Specialized Bicycle Components •  Tahia Carr - Risk Project Manager at Invited Clubs •  Jessica Lauren - Vice President, Business Development at Entrusted Administrators & Subrogation •  Virginia Pederson - Partner at Mayer •  Steve Washkalavitch - Senior Vice President at Marsh These leaders represent the innovation, expertise and collaboration that define the sports and entertainment risk industry. Their insight and experience will play an important role in guiding SERMA’s strategic vision and advancing our mission. Join SERMA today: https://www.theserma.org/ [https://www.theserma.org/] And a big thanks to our sponsor, Magna Legal Services: https://magnals.com/ [https://magnals.com/]

The SERMAPod Ep. 112 | Country Roads, Closed Shows: Weather Chaos and Concert Insurance

What really happens behind the scenes when a concert or festival gets canceled due to weather? In this episode of the SERMAPod, Shalom Suniula is joined by Roger Sandau, JR Justice, and Caleb Heckley to discuss the risk management, insurance, and safety considerations that drive difficult decisions at major live events. Using recent examples like Stagecoach and Zach Bryan’s canceled Tulsa show, the group explores weather preparedness, event cancellation coverage, liability concerns, and how operators balance fan expectations with public safety.  Join SERMA today: https://www.theserma.org/ [https://www.theserma.org/] And a special thanks to our sponsor, Magna Legal Services: https://magnals.com/ [https://magnals.com/]

The SERMAPod Ep, 111 | Managing Chairlift Risk

Rich Lenkov interviews Michael Nellis, Vermont’s Passenger Tramway Supervisor, about ski lift safety and risk management. The conversation covers recent incidents, inspection standards, operational challenges, and how technology and training are shaping safer ski resort operations.  Join SERMA today: https://www.theserma.org/ [https://www.theserma.org/] And a special thanks to our sponsor, Magna Legal Services: https://magnals.com/ [https://magnals.com/]

The SERMAPod Ep. 110 | HIRMA-SERMA Strategic Partnership

SERMA founder and CEO Rich Lenkov sits down with leaders from the Hispanic Insurance and Risk Management Association, Carlos Luis Rodriguez, Rose De Leon, and Noemi Oliver, to discuss HIRMA’s mission, the value of diverse perspectives in risk management, and why the industry offers more opportunity than most people realize. The conversation also touches on communication breakdowns in claims, mentorship, and preparing the next generation. Plus, insights on emerging risks, including climate challenges and business continuity, and a look at the growing SERMA–HIRMA partnership. Join SERMA today: https://www.theserma.org/ [https://www.theserma.org/] HIRMA: https://hirma.org/ [https://hirma.org/] And a special thanks to our podcast sponsor, Magna Legal Services: https://magnals.com/ [https://magnals.com/]