Colorado Robertson, MS

Director of Risk Management

Colorado Robertson is the Director of Risk Management at Mississippi State University (MSU), where he leads risk management and safety initiatives. He established MSU's first comprehensive risk management program, adopting entrepreneurial and innovative approaches to address institutional needs. Colorado has also modernized claims and risk financing processes at both MSU and in his previous positions at Louisiana State University (LSU), resulting in substantial savings. As an adjunct instructor, he teaches Enterprise Risk Management and mentors students in the Risk Management and Insurance field. Actively engaged in industry organizations, he most recently served as the Annual Conference Chair for the University Risk Management and Insurance Association. His leadership has been recognized with the 2016 Risk All-Star Award and 2024 Breakout Award.