A LIFE IN RISK. A CAREER IN LEADERSHIP. A FUTURE IN SERVICE.
Trusted Risk Advisor. Captive Insurance Expert. Emeritus Associate Professor
With over 40 years bridging boardrooms, classrooms, and consultancies, I bring legal, financial, and operational clarity to complex risk challenges. I’m focused on board service, high-impact consulting, and contributing to conversations shaping the future of risk and resilience.
Truth + Transparency = Trust
Essential for Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management and Good Governance
M. Michael Zuckerman
Enterprise Risk & Captive Insurance Consultant • Emeritus Associate Professor • Board Advisor • Expert Witness • Keynote Speaker
EXPERIENCE
ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP
Emeritus Associate Professor, Academic Director for the ERM MBA Concentration at Temple University Fox School of Business. Created and led the university’s renowned ERM Conference. Taught internationally across France, Colombia, and the U.S.
INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP
Executive roles at Aon, Marsh, Willis, and Thomas Jefferson University. Specialized in healthcare risk, captive formation, and advanced alternative risk financing.
CONSULTING & ADVISORY
Founder of MMZ Consulting LLC, advising on risk governance, M&A due diligence, and board risk oversight. Current board roles at EIIA, AVMA Trust, and Promethean Risk Solutions.
EXPLORING NEW ENGAGEMENTS
I welcome opportunities to partner with organizations, boards, and leadership teams navigating today’s complex risk landscape. My current work includes strategic consulting, expert witness services, board directorships, and thought leadership in enterprise risk management and alternative risk financing. With decades of cross-sector experience, I engage in projects that call for principled oversight, forward-thinking risk strategy, and sound governance. I’m especially open to new board roles, advisory positions, and collaborations that value integrity, innovation, and a long-term approach to resilience.
BOARD SERVICE
Available for independent captive insurance company board director roles, especially in healthcare, insurance, or mission-driven organizations. Focus areas include risk oversight, governance best practices, and strategic resilience.
CONSULTING
Offering tailored engagements in:
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Captive insurance program design, feasibility studies, formation, and operations
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Alternative Risk Financing
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Enterprise Risk Management strategy
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M&A risk due diligence
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Risk Financing Governance training for executives and the board
EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES
Providing trusted, experience-backed expertise in:
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Risk management standards and practices
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Insurance coverage interpretation
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Captive insurance and brokerage processes
SPEAKING & EDUCATION
Available for keynotes, panels, and guest lectures on:
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Risk Management governance and oversight
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Captive insurance strategy and innovation
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How does Captive Insurance drive Enterprise Risk Management?
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Enterprise Risk Management
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Teach continuing education:
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Captive Insurance Operations
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Overview of Enterprise Risk Management
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Managing the Risk Management Process
Excellence is a duty, and service is a privilege.
ETHICAL VALUES
Trusted Leadership in Risk & Governance
With decades of experience across sectors, I’ve supported healthcare systems, commercial organizations, and academic institutions in navigating risk, governance, and insurance strategy. My work is grounded in collaboration and trusted relationships built over time with senior leaders and boards.
Bridging Academia and Industry
Integrity, Independence & Objectivity
As a lifelong educator and former Associate Professor at Temple University’s Fox School of Business, I’ve focused on making complex risk concepts practical and actionable. Whether in the classroom or in the field, I aim to support emerging leaders and help move the profession forward through thoughtful, applied strategies.
I’m known for bringing an objective, values-driven approach to board service, consulting, and expert witness work. My focus is on delivering thoughtful oversight, strategic alignment, and risk-informed guidance that supports sound decision-making.
Commitment to the Future of Risk & Resilience
I’m passionate about supporting organizations that are ready to navigate uncertainty with clarity, confidence, and forward thinking. I’m especially drawn to opportunities in strategic consulting, next-generation risk leadership, and board service where I can contribute meaningfully to long-term resilience and impact.
EXPERTISE
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Captive Insurance & Alternative Risk Financing
Risk Governance & Board Advisory
Commercial Industry Risk Solutions
Insurance Law & Compliance
Conference Speaking & Thought Leadership
Health Care Risk Strategy
Expert Witness & Litigation Support
ESTABLISHED INDUSTRY REACH
Health Systems & Hospitals
Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences
Large Physician Practices
Captive Insurance Companies
Commercial & Industrial Organizations
KIND WORDS
Your impact on the professional lives of so many individuals is beyond calculation. From students, pondering careers to senior level people well beyond the Philadelphia region, you have been inspirational. Rich blessings to you as you set your course on a new chapter in life.
I hope you know the depth and breadth of impact you've had across Temple and the Risk Management industry Michael. One of the best educators I've ever had.
Thank you for your continued commitment to bridging academia and industry, and for your inspiring leadership. I look forward to following your ongoing contributions and wish you great success in your consulting and board roles.