#76 - Understanding Risk Management with Rick Flynn (Managing Director, Head of RQA EMEA at BlackRock)

Episode notes

In this episode of the Investing in Integrity podcast, Ross Overline , CEO and co-founder of Scholars of Finance , speaks with Rick Flynn , Managing Director, Head of RQA EMEA at BlackRock . This conversation explores the entrepreneurial journey of Rick Flynn in the world of risk management. Rick takes us through the processes needed to gain knowledge about risks. He shares several lessons about risk management and also how the support given to his clients while making decisions has improved their relationship over the years. The episode concludes with a discussion on the role of derivatives in the financial markets. Rick addresses concerns about the potential risks associated with derivatives trading and the importance of regulatory oversight to ensure market stability. Meet Rick Flynn Richard Flynn, Managing Director and Head of Risk & Quantitative Analysis EMEA at BlackRock. In addition, he is the Chief Risk Officer of BlackRock Group Limited (BGL), co-chairs the EMEA Enterprise Risk Committee, and is a member of the European Executive and Global Operating Committees of the firm. Mr.