FCPA Compliance Report

By Thomas Fox

The FCPA Compliance Report is the longest running podcast in the in compliance and business ethics. Join its award-winning host, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance as he visits with top compliance pract... more

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August 08, 2022James Koukios on the MoFo February Int’l Anti-Corruption Newsletter
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, I am joined by fan favorite James Koukios, a partner at Morrison and Foerster. This episode considers some of the key ABC issues in the always great MoFo Monthly Top 10 International Anti-Corruption Developments for February 2022. Highlights of this podcast include:
KT FCPA Resolution
Roger Ng was convicted at the FCPA trial.
Resources
James Koukios on the MoFo website
February International Anti-Corruption Newsletter here

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34min
August 01, 2022Mary Inman on the Current State of Whistleblowing
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, I am joined by Mary Inman, partner at Constatine Cannon. We look at recent developments in whistleblowing and how the Ukraine War has increased the visibility of whistleblowers. Highlights of this podcast include:
Whistleblower Reward Program at the US Treasury Department/FinCEN – what is its relevance to corruption, anti-money laundering and the Ukraine conflict.
The House Committee on Financial Services voted to strengthen the U.S. Treasury’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) whistleblower program. What does this mean for this nascent program?
How does a minimum whistleblower reward threshold, whistleblower incentives and injects more certainty into the Anti-Money Laundering whistleblower program.
How has expanding AML whistleblower rewards to cover laws applicable to Russian sanctions, Congress enlisted the help of the private citizenry.
Lisa Monaco recently spoke about the government relying on corporations to ID instances of money-laundering and other activities to help enforcement Russia economic sanctions and broader trade sanctions. Are private citizen or other whistleblowers as a key component of this fight?
How has the Ukraine War raised the profile of whistleblowers and whistleblowing?
Starting with SOX, then Dodd-Frank and the AML Law of 2020 has the US government began to understand whistleblowers as a key component in the fight against fraud, waste and abuse.
Has the government embraced these same strategies and tactics in the wider fight against corruption?
Tribute to Chuck Grassley for his advocacy of whistleblowers.
Resources
Mary Inman on Constantine Cannon website

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31min
July 25, 2022Alvarez & Marsal Threatscape 2022 Report
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, I am joined by Keith Williamson and Henry Chambers, Managing Directors at Alvarez and Marsal. We look at the firm’s Threatscape Report. Highlights of this podcast include:
A. Threat 1-ABC Threats
Why do you see a potential increase in anti-corruption investigations?
In addition to the US under the FCPA, do you see other countries actively assisting US authorities in ABC investigations?
The new DOJ Monaco Doctrine reinstates the Yates Memo, and the DOJ focuses on individuals. What does this mean for ABC investigations?
What are some of the key challenges in handling investigations in China?
How does this increase in ABC enforcement impact M&A?
B. Threat 2-Fraud and Digital Asset Fraud Threats
What are digit assets and digit asset fraud?
The US has not yet released many regulations regarding cryptocurrency. What is the role of other countries in such regulation, if any?
Why is the Ukraine war the first ‘digital asset war’?
How have the worldwide sanctions against Russia impacted the growth and use of digit assets?
What key controls and screen tools for digital assets that you advocate a company employ?
C. Threat 3-Data Privacy and Data Protection
What is the Personal Information Protection Law, and how does it relate to the Chinese State Secrets and Data Security Laws?
How can a non-Chinese company get data out of China?
What are some key components of a compliance program for this new law?
How does this new law impact investigations in China?
Resources
Threatscape 2022 report.
Keith Williamson, MD, and Head of Disputes and Investigations in Asia.
Henry Chambers, Senior Director, Disputes and Investigations.

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38min
July 18, 2022 Scott Garland on Sanctions, Cyber, Fraud, and Ethics Compliance & Monitoring at AMI
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, I am joined by Scott Garland, Managing Director, Sanctions, Cyber, Fraud, and Ethics Compliance & Monitoring at Affiliated Monitors, Inc. Some of the areas we discuss include Garland’s professional background and current role. We look at some of his work at the DOJ including his role as the Deputy Chief, National Security Cyber Specialist and his work as Office’s Professional Responsibility Officer. We discuss his move to AMI and the types of monitorships Garland hopes to work on, as well as his thoughts on the role of a monitor. We conclude with some of Garland’s top recollections from UM Law School.
Resources
Scott Garland bio on AMI.
Affiliated Monitors Inc.

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25min
July 11, 2022James Koukios on the MoFo January Int’l Anti-Corruption Newsletter
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, I am joined by fan favorite James Koukios, partner at Morrison and Foerster. In this episode we consider some of the key ABC issues in the always great MoFo Monthly Top 10 International Anti-Corruption Developments for January 2022. Highlights of this podcast include:
Opinion Release 22-01.
Summary Judgment granted in bribery related breach of contract case-use of bribery allegations to get out of contract.
FIFA defendants raise local law defense. What is it and how is it raised and why it has never been successful in a FCPA context
Former CEO of Pemex charged. Is Mexico finally stepping up to ABC enforcement?
South African anti-corruption commission. Will this finally help SA move past capture and a culture of corruption.
Resources
James Koukios on the MoFo website
January International Anti-Corruption Newsletter here

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28min
June 27, 2022Josh Fitzhugh on Trade Compliance Since the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report I welcome back Flex Vice President of Global Trade, Josh Fitzhugh, who visits about the challenges in economic and trade compliance since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Topics include
Current role
Pre-conflict preparation
How were you able to mobilize for such robust economic and trade sanctions?
Some of the biggest challenges early in the conflict?
What are some of the biggest challenges your team currently faces?
What new challenges do you see in Q3 or further down the road?
Resources
Josh Fitzhugh on LinkedIn

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23min
June 24, 2022Erica Salmon Byrne on The Sphere
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report I welcome back Ethisphere President and Chair of the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance, Erica Salmon Byrne, who talks about an exciting new innovation and service offering called The Sphere. Through this offering and for the first time, Compliance Professionals can easily benchmark against the practices of companies with exceptional programs, to identify gaps, benchmark and access a wealth of insights and resources to guide improvements.
Key areas we discuss on this podcast are:
What is The Sphere?
The data and resources built into it.
The ease of access.
Where can listeners find this podcast.
Resources
Ethisphere
The Sphere
Erica Salmon Byrne on LinkedIn

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15min
June 20, 2022Loren Steffy on Putin’s Oil Heist Podcast
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report I welcome Loren Steffy, now podcast host. Steffy is in the middle of a limited series on the theft by Russian President Putin on the publicly traded Yukos Oil Company back in 2007.
Key areas we discuss on this podcast are:
Why this series and why now.
What is the genesis of this story?
Who is Bruce Misamore and what was his role in Yukos.
Where can listeners find this podcast.
Resources
Putin’s Oil Heist on Stoney Creek Publishing
Loren Steffy on LinkedIn
Putin’s Oil Heist on the Compliance Podcast Network

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22min
June 13, 2022Mike DeBernardis on Compliance Developments from Q1 2022
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report I welcome back Mike DeBernardis, a partner at Hughes Hubbard, about some of the key developments in ethics compliance and FCPA from Q1 2022.
Key areas we discuss on this podcast are:
Q1 brought resolutions that were excellent examples for training and increasing understanding of compliance issues.
One of the more difficult aspects of compliance is scoping investigations.
View input from your monitor as an opportunity to truly improve your processes, procedures, and controls. Having a positive relationship with them is hugely valuable.
Developing an investigation plan and protocols is an iterative process.
Changes to the SEC Whistleblower program.
Anti-corruption implications of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Resources
Hughes Hubbard & Reed website
Mike DeBernardis
Coburn and the Attorney/Client Privilege

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32min
June 06, 2022 Scott Schneider on Your Code of Conduct
In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report I visit with Scott Schneider, Head of Content Development at Traliant. Scott has been in the compliance space for over 15 years and is passionate about the building blocks of a best practices compliance program, including Codes of Conduct. This week we take a deep dive into the foundational backbone of every compliance program, the Code of Conduct.  Some of the highlights include:
·      Importance of  Code of Conduct training.
·      Types of Code training.
·      Why have a Code of Conduct?
·      How does a Code of Conduct help establish culture?
·      Key areas the Code should cover?
·      How should a company develop its Code of Conduct?
·      When should a Code be revisited or reassessed?
·      The roles of Codes of Conduct and training down the road into 2025 and beyond?
Resources
Scott Schneider on LinkedIn
Traliant website

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29min

FAQs about FCPA Compliance Report:

How many episodes does FCPA Compliance Report have?

The podcast currently has 1,811 episodes available.