AFERM members,

A little over 20 years ago, leaders from AGA’s National office met with a group of federal financial management government leaders to help create a new organization — the Association for Federal Enterprise Risk Management. AFERM was born as a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the understanding and adoption of enterprise risk management in the federal government.

Fast forward to 2026, ERM adoption is widespread across the federal government and is gaining traction in state and local government entities. AFERM members have developed intellectual capital consisting of guidance and tools covering governance, risk appetite and maturity models — available for all to leverage. Today AFERM’s membership has grown, and its impact has been significant.

AFERM’s volunteer leadership recognizes that sustaining a nonprofit — including managing operations, growing membership, creating thought leadership, and organizing educational programming — requires full-time infrastructure and support.

As a result, AFERM is being welcomed into the AGA community.

AGA brings more than 75 years of experience supporting government professionals with educational opportunities, professional development, and a robust member network across federal, state, local and private sector communities. This transition will expand opportunities for AFERM members while continuing the advancement of ERM practices.

Together, we will broaden the reach and impact of the ERM community, providing additional resources, programming, and networking opportunities on an elevated platform. Over the next few months, AGA and AFERM leadership will be working together to complete this transition. We will keep you apprised of our progress as we go.

We are excited for you to join the AGA family!

Ann and Susan

Ann Ebberts – Chief Executive Officer, AGA

Susan Fritzlen – Chief Operating Officer, AGA