Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes Steve Vincze back to discuss the recent corporate scandal involving executives from Astronomer.

Tom and Steve take a deep dive into governance, compliance, and internal controls, drawing parallels with historical cases like Boeing’s 2003 CEO scandal. Vincze shares five critical success factors and three essential elements for establishing an effective ethics and compliance program, emphasizing the importance of transparency, strong leadership, and re-establishing trust. He also discusses how military leadership and open communication can help rebuild a company’s culture post-scandal. The episode closes with practical advice for companies facing similar challenges and how they can recover and thrive.

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Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom Fox welcomes Michelle Peirce from Hinckley Allen, where she co-chairs the White Collar and Government Enforcement Group.

They take a deep dive into Michelle’s article on the 10 Core Principles Common to Internal Investigations, discussing topics such as the importance of understanding the investigation’s purpose, maintaining privilege, the role of an engagement letter, deciding between written reports and verbal summaries, and the significance of billing and internal communications. Michelle also shares her insights from her professional background, including her experience as a special assistant district attorney, and touches on current pressures on compliance tied to self-disclosure to the DOJ. The conversation offers a comprehensive guide for organizations on conducting successful internal investigations.

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Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom Fox welcomes back Mike Huneke and Brent Carlson, who help us navigate the implications of secondary tariffs, focusing on recent developments following the President's announcement.

They explore why secondary tariffs could be considered the 'nuclear bomb' of trade sanctions, examining their potential impacts on various countries, particularly those doing business with Russia, such as China and India, as well as the broader geopolitical shifts affecting global trade patterns. The conversation emphasizes the need for multinational companies to reassess their supply chains and compliance strategies to mitigate potential risks associated with these tariffs. The episode underscores the importance of companies adapting to a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape to ensure compliance and maintain their business operations.

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Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. Today, Tom Fox welcomes back André Paris for an insightful discussion on various ethical challenges in today’s world. André revisits his role in compliance and ethics and provides updates on his work since the pandemic and delves into the issues of algorithmic bias, transparency, and the ethical ramifications of AI systems, particularly in surveillance and privacy. André also shares his experience as a PhD candidate researching AI’s impact on civil liberties. The episode further explores the ethical challenges in the sports industry, including corruption, doping, and harassment. Lastly, André talks about his book ETHICS & TRANSPARENCY: A Path To Compliance on Amazon and its practical applications in fostering an ethical corporate culture.

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Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. Today, Tom Fox welcomes Ellen Lafferty, a well-known figure in the compliance community with a distinguished career in both financial and educational institutions.

Ellen discusses her new book, ‘Anti-Bribery and Corruption Law and Compliance In a Nutshell,’ detailing what inspired her to write it and how it can serve as a comprehensive reference for both legal and compliance professionals. They explore Ellen’s transition from litigator to in-house compliance officer, emphasizing the importance of understanding the ultimate audience in legal advice. They also discuss the implications of recent changes in FCPA enforcement priorities by the U.S. government as of 2025 and how compliance professionals should adapt. Ellen emphasizes the importance of maintaining rigorous compliance programs and provides practical guidance on conducting self-assessments and gap analyses to ensure robust anti-bribery and corruption measures.

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Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. Today, Tom Fox welcomes Peter Schablik, a seasoned professional in risk consulting and fraud detection. Peter shares his extensive background, including his transitions from consulting to audit and his experiences across various industries. The discussion explores the significance of fraud detection, critical thinking, and strategic fraud mitigation. Key topics include the role of management in fraud prevention, common misconceptions about fraud controls, technological and management overrides, and industry-specific fraud patterns. Peter also emphasizes the importance of basic controls, such as the segregation of duties, the need for a clear tone at the top, the effective use of hotlines, and thorough third-party risk assessments. Peter emphasizes the value of instinctual and behavioral analysis in fraud investigations, providing actionable advice for strengthening an organization’s fraud prevention program.

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Join Tom Fox and hundreds of other GRC professionals in the city that never sleeps, New York City, on July 9 & 10 for one of the top conferences around, #Risk New York. The current US landscape, shaped by evolving policies, rapid advancements in AI, and shifting global dynamics, demands adaptive strategies and cross-functional collaboration.

At #RISK New York, you will master the New Regulatory Reality by getting ahead of US regulatory shifts and their impact. Conquer AI and Tech Risk by Safeguarding Your Organization in an AI-Driven World and Understanding the Implications of Major Tech Investments. Navigate Financial and Crypto Volatility by Protecting Your Assets and Exploring Solutions in a Dynamic Market. Strengthen Your GRC Framework by Leveraging Governance, Risk, and Compliance for Strategic Advantage. Protect Digital Trust by addressing challenges in cybersecurity and data privacy, and combating misinformation. All while meeting with the country’s top #Risk management professionals.

In this episode, Tom Fox is joined by Tom Hardin, a former hedge fund analyst known as Tipper X, who shares his unique journey from insider trading informant to a global speaker on compliance and risk. Hardin previews his upcoming panel on applying behavioral science to design effective GRC programs at the #RiskNYC conference. He discusses topics such as cognitive biases, social norms, and rationalizations in decision-making, emphasizing the enduring nature of human behavior despite technological advancements. The episode highlights Hardin’s goal of fostering deeper connections between psychology, technology, and regulation to build more proactive and resilient risk cultures.

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Join Tom Fox and hundreds of other GRC professionals in the city that never sleeps, New York City, on July 9 & 10 for one of the top conferences around, #Risk New York. The current US landscape, shaped by evolving policies, rapid advancements in AI, and shifting global dynamics, demands adaptive strategies and cross-functional collaboration.

At #RISK New York, you will master the New Regulatory Reality by getting ahead of US regulatory shifts and their impact. Conquer AI and Tech Risk by Safeguarding Your Organization in an AI-Driven World and Understanding the Implications of Major Tech Investments. Navigate Financial and Crypto Volatility by Protecting Your Assets and Exploring Solutions in a Dynamic Market. Strengthen Your GRC Framework by Leveraging Governance, Risk, and Compliance for Strategic Advantage. Protect Digital Trust by addressing challenges in cybersecurity and data privacy and combating misinformation. All while meeting with the country’s top #Risk management professionals.

In this episode of the Risk New York podcast series, Tom Fox introduces the upcoming Risk New York Conference, scheduled for July 9-10 at Fordham Law School. The conference, hosted by GRC World Forums, will focus on various aspects of risk management, including AI, tech risk, financial and crypto risk, and GRC frameworks. Tom discusses his keynote based on his book ‘Upping the Game’ and highlights key speakers and exhibitors, including Robert Clark from Howard University, Bill Coffin and Erica Alburn from Ecosphere, and Michael Rasmussen, known as the father of GRC. The episode highlights the importance of the conference and provides details on discounted tickets, as well as other information available in the show notes.

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Join Tom Fox and hundreds of other GRC professionals in the city that never sleeps, New York City, on July 9 & 10 for one of the top conferences around, #Risk New York. The current US landscape, shaped by evolving policies, rapid advancements in AI, and shifting global dynamics, demands adaptive strategies and cross-functional collaboration.

At #RISK New York, you will master the New Regulatory Reality by getting ahead of US regulatory shifts and their impact. Conquer AI and Tech Risk by Safeguarding Your Organization in an AI-Driven World and Understanding the Implications of Major Tech Investments. Navigate Financial and Crypto Volatility by Protecting Your Assets and Exploring Solutions in a Dynamic Market. Strengthen Your GRC Framework by Leveraging Governance, Risk, and Compliance for Strategic Advantage. Protect Digital Trust by addressing challenges in cybersecurity and data privacy and combating misinformation. All while meeting with the country’s top #Risk management professionals.

In this episode, Tom Fox is joined by Erica Salmon Byrne, Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Chair at Ethisphere, and Bill Coffin, Editor-in-Chief at Ethisphere. The conversation delves into their roles in the compliance community, focusing on their work with the Ethicast Reacts series. They discuss how they analyze news stories to extract compliance lessons, help organizations understand and mitigate risks, and create storytelling opportunities to advance compliance programs. They also share their excitement for their upcoming presentation at the Risk New York City conference, where they’ll engage with professionals from diverse backgrounds.

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Join Tom Fox and hundreds of other GRC professionals in the city that never sleeps, New York City, on July 9 & 10 for one of the top conferences around, #Risk New York. The current US landscape, shaped by evolving policies, rapid advancements in AI, and shifting global dynamics, demands adaptive strategies and cross-functional collaboration.

At #RISK New York, you will master the New Regulatory Reality by getting ahead of US regulatory shifts and their impact. Conquer AI and Tech Risk by Safeguarding Your Organization in an AI-Driven World and Understanding the Implications of Major Tech Investments. Navigate Financial and Crypto Volatility by Protecting Your Assets and Exploring Solutions in a Dynamic Market. Strengthen Your GRC Framework by Leveraging Governance, Risk, and Compliance for Strategic Advantage. Protect Digital Trust by addressing challenges in cybersecurity and data privacy and combating misinformation. All while meeting with the country’s top #Risk management professionals.

In this episode, Tom Fox talks with Chris Mason, who recently launched his risk advisory practice, Woodhorn Global, focusing on due diligence investigations. Chris shares insights about his upcoming presentations at the #RiskGRC conference in July, focusing on AI investments and the impact of political uncertainty on the GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) community. They discuss the significance of AI in the field and the importance of adapting to political changes. Chris also emphasizes the value of in-person events in understanding best practices and navigating the evolving risk landscape.

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