Vanessa Leishman always brings perspectives, plural.

For the AA Insurance chief risk officer, that’s the natural result of stepping beyond the boundaries of her core field. It’s something she sees as a real advantage in her approach to risk.

“In my view, risk really benefits from a 360-degree world view,” Leishman says. “People who come into risk with different skills, backgrounds and experiences often bring rich insights.

“Curiosity is important, but combining that with a breadth of experience can make your approach to risk even more effective.”

As a result of a series of “taps on the shoulder”, both for advancement and the occasional lateral move, Leishman has made steady progress during her decades-long career.

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