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 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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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. This series is introduced by Tom Fox and hosted by Roxanne Petraeus.  The sponsor of this special five-part series on Innovation in Compliance is Ethena.

In this episode, Roxanne Petraeus visits with Lori Stahl, Chief People Officer at Synaptics Incorporated. Stahl discusses the intersection of HR and compliance training and covers the importance of a seamless, non-siloed approach to training; the challenges of staying current with compliance laws; and the benefits of using an external platform like Ethena for consistency and ease. Stahl also highlights the value of tailored, role-specific training and real-time microlearning to enhance employee engagement and effectiveness. The conversation concludes with a discussion on future innovations, including the potential of AI and adaptive learning in compliance training.

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Innovation comes in many forms, 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. In this episode, host Tom Fox visits with La Tonya Roberts to discuss the concept of the fractional COO and how it can benefit organizations of all sizes.

Roberts shares her professional journey, including transitioning from working for a major consulting firm to becoming an entrepreneur and fractional COO. She emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, relationship building, and effective change management in achieving business success. She also highlights how fractional COOs can provide valuable expertise to visionary founders and smaller companies, ensuring operations run smoothly and effectively.

They explore the critical role of a fractional COO in supporting business growth, optimizing processes, and leveraging AI to enhance efficiency. Roberts introduces her Operations Gold Mine Framework, an eight-part process that helps businesses develop sustainable and scalable operations. Listeners will gain insights into the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the fractional COO model and practical tips for fostering resilience and creativity in the entrepreneurial space.

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• Roberts’s Professional Journey
• The Fractional COO Model
• Leveraging AI in Business
• CEO and COO Relationship Dynamics
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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. This series is introduced by Tom Fox and hosted by Roxanne Petraeus. Ethena sponsors this special five-part series on Innovation in Compliance.

In this episode, Roxanne Petraeus welcomes Karen Oddo, Senior Managing Counsel and Legal Compliance at Unity Technologies. Karen shares insights on Unity’s software platform, which is predominantly known for video game development, and its expansive global footprint. The discussion dives into best practices for compliance training, emphasizing the importance of user experience and personalized content to engage employees effectively. Karen highlights the significance of targeted risk-based training and the benefits of leveraging advanced analytics to improve compliance programs. With anecdotes from her experience and her value in working with Ethena’s customizable and responsive platform, Karen offers practical advice for compliance leaders looking to enhance their training efforts.

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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. In this episode, Tom visits with Kerri Reuter, AVP, Legal Counsel at SageSure.

Reuter shares her extensive law, compliance, and athletics background, including her journey from being a volleyball player to her professional career in the insurance industry. The discussion covers SageSure's business operations as a managing general agency (MGA) and the importance of collaboration and strategic thinking in her role. Reuter also highlights the significance of robust compliance programs in regulated industries, the implementation of the Athennian tool for corporate governance, and future growth plans, emphasizing the need for efficiency and forward-thinking in compliance and legal departments.

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