Innovation is present in many areas, and compliance professionals must not only be prepared for it but also actively embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox visits Linda Fisk, the leader of LeadHERship Global, to discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by female entrepreneurs.

Linda shares her extensive professional journey, from serving as a CMO at notable media companies to founding LeadHERship Global. They discuss the impressive yet under-recognized contributions of women entrepreneurs in the U.S. economy, highlighting stats and trends around new business ventures led by women, especially women of color. Linda emphasizes the ongoing difficulties women face in accessing capital and offers practical steps for success, including addressing stereotypes, learning from each other, and creating supportive networks. The conversation closes with insights on how LeadHERship Global helps women thrive professionally and how men can support this movement. Linda also mentions her recent anthology, “LeadHERship Unveiled,” which features inspiring stories from women leaders.

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Innovation is present in many areas, and compliance professionals must not only be prepared for it but also actively embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, Tom Fox cross-posts an episode from the BCG Podcast, where host Hanjo Siebert visits with KonaAI CEO Vince Walden.

Walden is a prominent advocate for interdepartmental collaboration, particularly in the realm of compliance and fraud risk management. With his company specializing in AI-driven compliance solutions across diverse industries, Walden emphasizes the importance of breaking down data silos to promote transparency and improve communication among internal auditors, compliance teams, and IT departments. He views collaboration as a strategic imperative driven by data and governance, emphasizing that data should be the ultimate equalizer, thereby promoting a culture of collaboration that effectively achieves organizational goals. By leveraging shared data sources and advanced technology, Walden believes organizations can enhance their oversight, detect potential fraud, and address data privacy issues, ultimately improving their ability to prevent financial losses and maintain regulatory compliance.

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 Innovation in Compliance was recently honored as the number 4 podcast in Risk Management by 1,000,000 Podcasts.

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox visits Subho Halder, the CEO & Co-Founder of Appknox, to discuss the often-overlooked yet crucial topic of mobile application security in the corporate compliance world.

Halder shares his extensive background in mobile app security, including developing the first mobile malware and presenting at prestigious conferences like Black Hat and DEF CON. The conversation covers the evolving market need for specialized mobile app security tools, the unique challenges faced by mobile applications compared to web applications, and the critical importance of integrating security early in the development lifecycle—a concept known as the ‘left shift’ approach. Halder also explores AI-powered cyberattacks and how Appknox is utilizing AI to develop defensive strategies. The discussion highlights regulatory blind spots in the US regarding mobile security, the challenges of managing mobile app security in large multinational corporations, and best practices for ensuring robust mobile app security.

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Innovation is present in many areas, and compliance professionals must not only be prepared for it but also actively embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox visits with Jana Brost, COO at myCOI, the sponsor of this podcast.

They chat about the intersection of compliance, risk management, and AI. Jana discusses her background in high-growth business process outsourcing and data analysis, as well as her journey to joining my company. She explains the concept of Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and their importance in managing risk for companies. The conversation examines how myCOI empowers vendors and owners to manage their insurance requirements more efficiently through the use of AI, highlighting key industry trends and the impact of AI on speed, accuracy, and user experience. Jana also discusses the future of AI in risk management and its potential to enhance employee engagement and foster a positive company culture.

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Innovation in Compliance was recently honored as the number 4 podcast in Risk Management by 1,000,000 Podcasts.

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox visits with John Kormanik, author of the book ‘Break the Law: Five Lies Lawyers Tell Themselves and What to Do Instead.’

John shares his extensive legal background, spanning 25 years in criminal defense, and how his journey led him to write a book aimed at addressing the self-limiting beliefs prevalent in the legal profession. The conversation delves into the five lies lawyers commonly tell themselves, including the myths that constant work is necessary for success and that busyness equates to productivity. John provides actionable insights on how lawyers can overcome these lies, avoid burnout, and create a more fulfilling professional life. We also explore the importance of legacy, the concept of ‘leadership alchemy,’ and the critical role of being open to personal and professional growth.

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Innovation in Compliance was recently honored as the number 4 podcast in Risk Management by 1,000,000 Podcasts.

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Clint Palermo, Kristy Grant-Hart, and Stephanie Font. In Part 3, Tom is joined by Kristy Grant-Hart, Vice President and Head of Compliance Advisory Services at Spark Compliance Consulting, a Diligent brand, about the state of compliance in the wake of recent changes to FCPA enforcement.

They discuss the importance of staying consistent with compliance programs, the role of regulatory bodies worldwide, and the practical implications of modern slavery and trade sanctions. Kristy emphasizes the need for a strategic focus on forward-looking risks and the benefits of combining Diligent's software capabilities with expertise in compliance services. They also underscore the importance of maintaining psychological safety and a speak-up culture within organizations.

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Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to be ready for it and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. This series is introduced by Tom Fox and hosted by Roxeanne Petraeus. Ethena sponsors this special five-part series on Innovation in Compliance.

In this episode, Roxeanne Petraeus sits down with Catherine Choe, Chief of Staff to the Chief Legal Officer at Zendesk to discuss Choe’s unique career path leading to her current role at Zendesk. The conversation delves into compliance best practices, highlighting Choe’s insights on making training programs effective and engaging. They explore the implementation of innovative approaches like the ‘test out’ feature and the potential impact of AI on compliance. The discussion underscores the importance of a customer-centric approach and adaptability in compliance training.

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Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Clint Palermo, Kristy Grant-Hart, and Stephanie Font. Part 2 discusses navigating regulatory changes and compliance in trade and data privacy.

In this episode, host Tom Fox converses with Stephanie Font, Director for Operations Optimization Group at Diligent, to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of economic sanctions, trade policies, and data privacy. Font shares insights on how businesses can stay compliant amidst rapid regulatory changes, emphasizing the importance of continuous monitoring, thorough due diligence, and understanding one’s business partners. The conversation also touches on new regulatory trends such as BIS address specifications, Mexican cartels being designated as FTOs, and the implications of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.

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Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to be ready for it and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. This series is introduced by Tom Fox and hosted by Roxeanne Petraeus. Ethena sponsors this special five-part series on Innovation in Compliance.

In this episode, Roxanne Petraeus explores the intersection of compliance, technology, and AI with Ben Sperry, Deputy Chief Compliance Officer at Bestow. Sperry is a tech-driven life insurance provider that shares its journey from political science and legislative analysis to its current compliance role. The discussion delves into Bestow’s innovative approach to making life insurance accessible through technology and the challenges and strategies of implementing effective compliance training programs. Sperry highlights the importance of employee engagement and specific training tailored to different roles and departments. He also discusses the increasing significance of AI in the compliance landscape, both in terms of governance and practical application, and shares insights on using AI to enhance training effectiveness. The episode discusses the value of close vendor support and technical integration to streamline compliance processes.

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Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Clint Palermo, Kristy Grant-Hart, and Stephanie Font. In part 1, we discuss understanding human trafficking and modern slavery: a business imperative with Clint Palermo, Senior Manager (Due Diligence) at Diligent.

Tom and Clint take a dive into the pressing issues of human trafficking and modern slavery and their significance to the business community. Palermo highlights his professional journey in compliance, beginning in 2018 at Diligent, and discusses the regulatory landscape across various jurisdictions, including notable laws like Canada’s S-211, the EU’s CS3D Directive, and the US’s Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. The conversation emphasizes the importance of knowing third parties (KY3P), managing reputational risks, and maintaining continuous due diligence to ensure ethical business practices and compliance.

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