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The Global Risk Institute’s Sonia Baxendale is stepping down as president and chief executive officer later this year after nearly eight years in the role.

She’ll remain in the position until a successor is named to ensure continuity during the transition, according to a press release.

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During her tenure, she expanded the organization’s national profile, increased engagement with members and senior leaders and strengthened its research and convening work, the release noted.

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