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Battleground Chats

Battleground Chats

Written by: Craig Goldberg
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 Hear from the Battleground team as they chat to risk and resilience professionals about their journey, views and ideas on all things GRC. With connections around the world, Craig Goldberg and his team interviews passionate risk and resilience colleagues in short 15-minute episodes. The show delves into why people joined the profession, how their background helps them achieve in the industry and advice for those interested in risk and resilience. Economics Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Chris Krause

    Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Chris Krause
    Mar 13 2026
    In this episode of Battleground Chats, I sit down with Chris Krause (https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-krause-7495511b/) to explore her fascinating journey in the risk and resilience sector. Chris shares how she unexpectedly found herself in the world of risk management after starting her career in accounting and auditing at KPMG. We delve into her experiences transitioning from external to internal audit, and her subsequent roles at PwC and Future Fund, where she discovered her passion for risk management. Chris discusses the evolving landscape of risk, particularly the rising importance of crisis management and cybersecurity. We also explore the challenges and rewards of working in risk within mature organizations and the significance of maintaining a risk mindset. Join us as Chris offers valuable insights into the dynamic world of risk and her current role in the superannuation sector.
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    16 mins
  • Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Jack Salkild

    Battleground Chats - Craig Goldberg & Jack Salkild
    Feb 19 2026
    In this episode of Battleground Chats, I sit down with Jack Salkild (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacksalkild/), a former paramedic turned risk and resilience expert. Jack shares his journey from working with New South Wales Ambulance to his current role at Battleground, highlighting the critical lessons learned along the way. We delve into the importance of decision-making under pressure and the HALT factors—hungry, angry, late, and tired—that can impair judgment. Jack also emphasizes the value of checklists in high-stakes environments, drawing parallels between aviation and medicine. Join us as we explore how these insights translate into effective crisis management and resilience planning. (As mentioned in the podcast: https://atulgawande.com/book/the-checklist-manifesto/)
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    20 mins
  • Battleground Chats - Joe McDavitt & Paul Minter

    Battleground Chats - Joe McDavitt & Paul Minter
    Feb 19 2026
    Join Joe McDavitt & Paul Minter, on Battleground Chats as we dive into the world of non-financial risk management, Fit and Proper Non-Financial Risk Management. Paul Minter, a former regulator, and Joe explore the complexities of non-financial risk, the challenges of aligning risk management with operational leadership, and the significance of CPS 230. We discuss the often adversarial relationship between COOs and CROs, the importance of understanding context in risk management, and the balance between quantification and qualitative insights. Tune in as we unravel the essentials of proper risk management and share insights from our extensive experience in the field. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the subject, this episode offers valuable perspectives on navigating the battleground of non-financial risk.
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    15 mins
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