The SERMAPod Ep. 101 | "Don't Give Up...Don't Ever Give Up!"

Описание: In this episode of SERMAPod, Brian Rosenblatt is joined by Alex Papa of Weber Gallagher and Katherine DeStefano, General Counsel and Chief Human Resources Officer of the V Foundation for Cancer Research, for an in-depth discussion on the unique risks faced by nonprofit and 501(c)(3) organizations—and why protecting mission, brand, and governance matters as much as protecting balance sheets.

The conversation explores how charitable organizations manage liability, brand protection, intellectual property, event risk, governance compliance, insurance coverage, and financial stewardship, all while staying true to their core mission. Katherine shares insight into the V Foundation’s commitment to directing 100% of donations to cancer research, the legal and operational challenges behind large-scale fundraising events like the Jimmy V Classic, and the importance of strong partnerships in mitigating risk.

The episode also reflects on the enduring legacy of Coach Jim Valvano’s iconic “Don’t Give Up… Don’t Ever Give Up!” speech, the real-world impact of cancer research, and how risk professionals in sports and entertainment are uniquely positioned to give back and drive meaningful change.

As part of SERMA’s strategic partnership with the V Foundation, listeners are invited to support cancer research directly through this initiative.

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