What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode, Tom and Kristy take on a wide variety of topics, including a visit to Florida Women.

The landscape of corporate compliance is ever-evolving, with recent developments posing new challenges and opportunities for businesses. Compliance is a dynamic process that requires constant monitoring and retrospective reviews to identify potential risks and changes. He also emphasizes the importance of involving compliance officers early in the due diligence process of mergers and acquisitions and acknowledges the complexities of managing conflicts of interest in networking and hiring. Tom and Kristy advocate for a proactive approach to compliance, highlighting the importance of regulatory resources such as the New York State Department of Financial Services’ cybersecurity rules. She also stresses the need for clarity and certainty in compliance practices, particularly in areas like mergers and acquisitions and conflicts of interest. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart as they delve deeper into these issues in the latest episode of the 2 Gurus Talk Compliance podcast.

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week's episode! In this episode, Tom and Kristy take on a wide variety of topics including a visit of Florida Woman.

In the ever-evolving world of business, the challenges of compliance, risk management, and corporate governance are becoming increasingly complex. In this episode of Two Gurus Talk Compliance podcast, hosts Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart delve into these complexities, drawing from their extensive experience in the field. Tom highlights the importance of diverse approaches and perspectives in compliance, praising Adam Balfour’s book, "Ethics and Compliance for Humans," for its focus on human thought and emotion rather than legal themes. Kristy focused on the need for a shared understanding of terminology in compliance, risk management, and corporate governance, also recommending Balfour’s book for its relatable tone and comprehensive coverage of key topics. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart as they continue to explore these challenges in the next episode of the 2 Gurus Talk Compliance podcast.

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week's episode! In this episode, Tom and Kristy take on a wide variety of topics, including a visit to Florida Man.

In the world of business, compliance and investigation protocols play a crucial role in ensuring fairness, consistency, and institutional justice. Organizations need to establish robust frameworks to handle incidents effectively and mitigate risks. In this episode of 2 Gurus Talk Compliance, several key factors impacting the enhancement of compliance and investigation protocols for organizations were discussed, including the need for standardization and rigor in investigation protocols, a perspective rooted in his belief in the importance of a culture of compliance within organizations. Kristy takes the lead in highlighting the value of consistency and standards in investigation protocols for ensuring institutional justice and fairness. Join them as they delve deeper into this topic on this episode of the 2 Gurus Talk Compliance podcast.

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1.  Insufficient cyber plan = FCA violation.  (DOJ Press Release)

2. Roger Ng was banned for life.  (YaHooFinance)

3. FASB adopts crypto accounting rules. (WSJ)

4. Ken Paxton and the slow creep of corruption. (Texas Tribune)

5. Rubiales resigns. (NYT)

6. U.K. Financial Regulator to Review Bank Treatment of Politically Exposed Persons (WSJ)

7. FCPA Opinion Release Provides Guidance on Payment of Travel and Other Expenses for Foreign Government Officials (Volkov)

8.AI in Employment: Privacy Regulation Is Here (PLI Chronicles/Gibson Dunn)

9. Is It Time to Update Your Company's Dress Code? What 'Business Casual' Means Today (Inc.)

10. Florida man banned from the ocean after trying to sail homemade hamster wheel (local news)

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk about compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week's episode! In this episode, Tom and Kristy take on a wide variety of compliance topics, including a visit by a Florida man.

In the world of business, compliance and investigation protocols play a crucial role in ensuring fairness, consistency, and institutional justice. Organizations need to establish robust frameworks to handle incidents effectively and mitigate risks. In this episode of 2 Gurus Talk Compliance, we discuss several key factors impacting the enhancement of compliance and investigation protocols for organizations, including the need for standardization and rigor in investigation protocols, a perspective rooted in his belief in the importance of a culture of compliance within organizations. Kristy takes the lead in highlighting the value of consistency and standards in investigation protocols for ensuring institutional justice and fairness. Join them as they delve deeper into this topic on this episode of the 2 Gurus Talk Compliance podcast.

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week's episode! 

In this episode, Tom and Kristy cover a range of topics including new anti-money laundering rules, India's requirement for auditors to report suspected fraud, FCPA enforcement, messaging app compliance, compliance budget challenges, the settlement of an FCPA case, changing work dynamics, the purpose of a corporation, and the impact of ESG factors on corporate governance. They discuss the American Bar Association's delayed support for anti-money laundering efforts, India's significant change in auditor reporting rules, SEC enforcement of messaging app compliance, and the potential settlement of an FCPA case. They also emphasize the need for businesses to adapt to changing work styles and values and the benefits of incorporating ESG factors into corporate decision-making.

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week's episode!

Tom and Kristy consider the possibility of an international anti-bribery court, challenges in enforcing judgments against countries without strong anti-corruption laws, and the United States' unlikely participation. The European Commission issued an adequacy decision regarding data transfers between the US and EU, resolving a long-standing issue, but privacy advocate Max Schrems plans to challenge its validity. The importance of on-site due diligence, and the value of on-site audits and cybersecurity disclosure were also explored. The benefits of remote work, global anti-corruption efforts, AI safeguards, and the dangers of zero tolerance policies were covered as well. The conversation provided insights into various compliance-related topics.

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·      World ABC Court

·      No DOJ control on Cognizant investigation.

·      SEC adopts Cyber disclosure rules.

·      Fight against corruption in Ukraine.

·      Goldilocks Compliance.

·      Data Privacy Framework Program Launches New Website Enabling U.S. Companies to Participate in Cross-Border Data Transfers

·      Site Visits: Sometimes the Best Due Diligence is Done on Foot

·      New Data Reveals that Remote Workers are Likely More Ethical than their Office Counterparts.

·      White House Says Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft Agree to AI Safeguards

·      Man Steals Vehicle, Crashes it into Building during Search for WiFi Connection

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! This week on the podcast, we discussed a variety of financial fraud and corruption cases that have recently come to light. From Bank of America’s creation of millions of fake accounts to KPMG getting caught cheating in the Netherlands, these cases serve as a reminder to the importance of strong compliance programs and the need for companies to be proactive in preventing fraud. Additionally, the DOJ is utilizing data analytics to enhance their ability to prosecute FCPA cases, while Women in Compliance work to empower and support female professionals in the industry. Finally, the Florida Man Scam highlights the need to be aware of the potential for scams and to exercise caution when giving out personal information.

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·      Bank of America Scandal

·      Navex Survey

·      Corruption in Singapore

·      KPMG Cheating Scandal

·      Kenneth Polite Reflects

·      Lisa Osofsky Reflects

·      Women in Compliance

·      Florida Man Should Stay in FL

·      Contracts and Emojis

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode, they discuss whether a compliance crisis is coming, a new compliance law in the UK, and why companies may be dialing down their public statements on ESG and DEI. They also delve into a survey on compliance concerns, the importance of preventing corruption in Ukraine, and the creation of a Department of Justice corporate crime database. With exciting stories like a bizarre crime tale and insight into the controversial Wall Street Journal article, this episode will keep you engaged and informed. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to improve your compliance.

Highlights Include

·      Corporate Compliance in a Time of Budget Cuts

·      Preparing for UK's New Economic Crime Offense

·      Compliance and ESG in corporate culture

·      Managing Unwanted Change in Compliance

·      Legal issues of cryptocurrency exchange

·      Rebuilding Ukraine: Business Opportunities and Corruption

·      Stress-free Workplace Priorities

·      Corporate crime database 

·      Florida Man strikes again 

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1.     Compliance Crisis Coming?

2.     2023 Global Compliance Risk Benchmarking Survey

3.     Managing Unwanted Change

4.     Ukraine and Corruption

5.     DOJ launches corp crime data base

6.   Florida Man Strikes Again (Honorary Darwin Award nominee as well)

7.   How Great Companies Give Their People What They Want

8.   DOJ Drop SBF FCPA Charges

9.   Companies Quiet Diversity Talk

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in their podcast, 2 Gurus Talk Compliance, as they dive into hot compliance topics. In this episode, they cover the Elizabeth Holmes goes to prison, the current office imbroglios, a record whistleblower award, the perils of using ChatGPT, cyber breach reporting, Gartner and trust and lightening and compliance. With their unique insights and engaging storytelling, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone in the compliance field. Don't miss the latest episode of 2 Gurus Talk Compliance and stay ahead of the curve!

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·      Racial Justice at the Board

·      Gartner FCPA enforcement action

·      Cyber Incident Reporting

·      AI and Corporate Governance

·      Once a con, always a con

·      Record whistleblower award

·      WFH, RTW and Hybrid-Work

·      CCO Comp

·      Using ChatGPT

·      Penalties low, benefits high

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in their podcast, 2 Gurus Talk Compliance, as they dive into hot compliance topics. In this episode, they cover the potential crisis with due diligence in China, highlights from the Compliance Week 2023 National Conference, and a recent fraud case. They also discuss strategies for managing distributor risk, stakeholder management, and the need for AI regulation. With their unique insights and engaging storytelling, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone in the compliance field. Don't miss the latest episode of 2 Gurus Talk Compliance and stay ahead of the curve!

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·      Phillips FCPA Enforcement Action and Distributor Risk Management

·      Stakeholder Strategy for Ethical Business Practices

·      Risks of Due Diligence in China for US Companies

·      Risks of Conducting Investigations in China

·      Quantitative skills, AI regulation, and challenges

·      Tech Hearings & Messaging Compliance Reform

·      The Problems with Ephemeral Messaging and Hot Desking

·      The Myth of Informal Office Collaboration

·      IRS Scam Calls and Sanctions Compliance

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