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At Florida Poly, you’ll find a dynamic campus culture fueled by hands-on learning, out-of-the-box thinking, and collaborative problem solving.

From applied research to industry internships, we’ll help you cultivate the real-world skills and experience you’ll need to lead the way in a high-tech field.

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An investment in your future, supported by scholarships, grants, and financial aid.

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Nestled in Lakeland, Florida Poly’s iconic campus is conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando — a central hub for exploring the best that Central Florida has to offer.

Residents enjoy convenient access to an array of entertainment, theme parks, cultural experiences, and outdoor activities. With easy access to highways and a myriad of destinations just a short drive away, life in Lakeland is a perpetual invitation to explore the treasures of the Sunshine State.

230

sunny days each year thanks to central Florida’s warm, subtropical climate and mild winters

70%

of Florida’s 15,000 high-tech companies are within 60 miles of campus

#1

Fastest Growing City in the U.S. – Bloomberg

#5

Safest Places to Live – U.S. News

See how Florida Poly can shape your future.

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Session Details

This session will demonstrate that practical risk management is for everyone, regardless of a formal program. Attendees will learn actionable and simple strategies that are easy to implement, enabling them to start immediately by focusing on their top risks to build greater operational resilience and ensure the sustained success of their auxiliary enterprises.

Presenter Profile

Michelle Powell serves as the pioneering Risk Manager at Florida Polytechnic University, the state’s sole 100% STEM-dedicated institution. Having been with the university for nearly 11 years, Michelle transitioned from a leadership role in Admissions in October 2023 to establish and evolve the risk management function from the ground up. In this solo capacity, Michelle builds robust frameworks for our dynamic, young university, overseeing our insurance portfolio, consulting on third-party and event risks, and developing critical campus-wide training programs. Michelle has obtained the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Enterprise Risk Management certificate and the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designations. Her distinct background in mathematics and engineering, combined with extensive higher education leadership, brings an analytical and strategic approach enhancing the institution’s resilience.