Gallocast

Episode 9, Live at ECI


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Welcome to the GalloCast. You have heard of the Manningcast in football. Now we have the GalloCast in compliance. The two top brothers in compliance, Nick and Gio Gallo, come together for a free-form exploration of compliance topics. It is a great insight into compliance brought to you by the co-CEOs of Ethico. Fun, witty, and insightful with a dash of the two brothers throughout. It’s like listening to the Brothers Gallo talk compliance at the Sunday dinner table. Hosted by Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance.

In this episode of the GalloCast, the trio discusses some of the most challenging issues companies face regarding ethics and compliance. They start by diving into the recent $767 million fine slapped on British American Tobacco for colluding to sell cigarettes into North Korea, violating sanctions. They debate who should be held accountable for changing a company’s culture, how deep-rooted biases can affect decision-making, and the effectiveness of regulatory enforcement. The discussion covers the intricacies of ethics in different business models, including distributor and commissioned sales agent models. They also discuss the risks and benefits of a conservative approach and the adaptability of ethics and compliance programs. The episode concludes by discussing cultural fit in mergers or acquisitions and how finding common ground and preserving distinctness can be accomplished. Don’t miss out on the wealth of insights and practical advice on navigating these challenging issues in the corporate world. Tune in to GalloCast now!

Key Highlights:

  • BAT’s illegal sales to North Korea
  • Determining Right and Wrong in Corporate Decisions
  • Balancing Values and Profit in Business
  • Balancing Compliance and Ethics Programs
  • Adapting Ethics & Compliance Programs
  • Ethics and Compliance Teams in Companies
  • Dangers of Groupthink in Decision-Making
  • Culture’s Role in Business Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Cultural Integration in Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Resources

    Nick Gallo on LinkedIn

    Gio Gallo on LinkedIn

    Ethico

    Tom Fox 

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