In this episode of the Risk Management show podcast, we explore key insights from the 2025 Compliance Trends report with Ty Francis, Chief Advisory Officer at LRN Corporation.

With over 20 years of experience in ethics and compliance, Ty shares groundbreaking findings from the annual Ethics and Compliance Program Effectiveness Report, revealing critical benchmarking gaps, generational divides, and new strategies for building resilient, high-impact compliance programs.

We discuss actionable takeaways, including how high-impact programs leverage data analytics and automation to manage compliance effectively, the widening gap between senior leadership and middle management, and the role of generational attitudes in shaping workplace ethics.

Ty also emphasizes the importance of empowering middle management, fostering organizational justice, and utilizing data-driven tools to allocate resources more efficiently.

Whether you're a Chief Risk Officer or someone passionate about Risk Management, Cyber Security, and Sustainability, this conversation offers invaluable perspectives to strengthen your organization's ethical foundation.

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In this episode of the Risk Management Show, we rethink credit risk with alternative data alongside Michele Tucci, co-founder and Chief Strategic Officer at Credolab.

Michele shares his extensive global career journey, from working with Capital One Bank and Banca Intesa to driving innovation at CredoLab, a leader in leveraging behavioral biometrics and device metadata to revolutionize credit scoring.

We discussed how Credolab's privacy-consented approach transforms smartphone data into actionable insights, enabling mainstream financial inclusion and enhancing risk assessment accuracy.

Michele also tackled misconceptions about credit scoring, the challenges of financial inclusion, and the critical role of alternative data in addressing data asymmetry.

Discover how behavioral patterns, from keystroke cadence to app usage, can predict creditworthiness while preserving privacy.

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Discover the 6 Steps to Build True Cyber Resilience in 2025 with David White, President and Co-founder of Axio. 

In this insightful episode of the Risk Management Show, we discussed actionable strategies to enhance cybersecurity fundamentals, prioritize risk investments, and foster a culture of resilience.

David draws on decades of experience in cyber risk quantification and operational resilience to share how companies can prepare for and recover from major events like ransomware attacks.

Learn why financial modeling is key to aligning cybersecurity with business risk management and how tabletop exercises can strengthen your organization’s preparedness.

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Executives are increasingly becoming top targets in the world of deep fake threats and AI-powered cyber security risks. In this episode, we explore why high-trust leaders, such as those in finance and legal roles, are especially vulnerable to these evolving threats.

Our guest, Joshua McKenty, CEO of Polyguard and former Chief Cloud Architect at NASA, shares his expert insights into the rapid advancements of deep fake technology and the risks it poses to executives and organizations alike.

We discussed real-world case studies, including a $25 million fraud in Hong Kong, the psychological tactics behind synthetic fraud attacks, and the urgent need for organizations to rethink risk management strategies.

Joshua emphasizes proactive measures to defend against these threats, touching on critical habits for executives to adopt and why traditional training methods may no longer be sufficient.

If you're passionate about cyber security, risk management, and sustainability, or if you're a Chief Risk Officer looking to stay ahead of emerging threats, this episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice.

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In this episode of Global Risk Community Chat, we discuss critical cybersecurity tips for risk managers to help you avoid devastating losses like $850,000 due to cyber threats.

Mark Bassingthwaighte, National Risk Manager at ALPS Corporation, shares his 27+ years of expertise, focusing on protecting businesses from sophisticated cyberattacks, including business email compromise, wire fraud, and the impact of AI-driven scams.

Mark highlights actionable strategies such as mandatory social engineering awareness training, out-of-band communication for verification, and securing home networks for hybrid work environments.

Whether you're a risk manager, Chief Risk Officer, or simply looking to strengthen your business's cybersecurity, this episode is packed with practical advice to safeguard your organization.

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Biodiversity risks and their connection to climate change are often overlooked but pose significant threats to businesses worldwide.

 In this episode of the Risk Management Show, we discussed "Biodiversity Risks: The Overlooked Business Threat" with  Roopa Davé, partner and national climate risk leader at KPMG in Canada, and Josh Hasdell, Senior Manager at ESG Services at KPMG Canada.

Together, they bring decades of expertise in sustainability, climate strategies, and biodiversity risk management.

We explored the critical climate-biodiversity nexus, how businesses can integrate biodiversity risks into enterprise risk management, and the challenges of addressing these interconnected crises.

Roopa and Josh shared actionable insights on using frameworks like the Task Force on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) to enhance resilience and sustainability.

They also highlighted the role of conservation, natural capital, and biodiversity policies in mitigating risks and leveraging opportunities in a rapidly changing world.

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In this episode of the Risk Management Show, we explore AI Risks in Accounting and how to avoid some common pitfalls with Mike Whitmire, CEO of FloQast, the leading accounting transformation platform powered by AI agents.

Mike shares his journey from auditor to tech innovator and offers deep insights into the challenges and risks AI introduces in financial reporting, compliance, and accounting operations.

We discussed critical topics, including the dangers of AI hallucinations, the limitations of generic AI tools, and what businesses must consider when deploying AI in accounting.

Mike also highlights the evolving role of accountants, the talent gap, and how technology like FloQast empowers accounting professionals to automate workflows without compromising accuracy.

Additionally, he provides actionable advice on adapting to AI-driven changes in the field.

If you’re interested in risk management, cyber security, sustainability, or want to hear from industry leaders like Mike, this episode is packed with valuable insights. 

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In this episode of GRC Chat, we discussed the transformative potential and pressing risks of artificial intelligence with Joe Sutherland, a technology consultant, founder of JL Sutherland & Associates, and director of the Center for AI Learning at Emory University.

Joe shared insights into the challenges of regulating AI, the dangers of deepfakes, and the misconceptions businesses face when leveraging data and AI.

Drawing from his expertise and his book "Analytics the Right Way" co-authored with Tim Wilson, Joe highlighted how businesses can adopt smarter AI strategies and the pivotal role of leadership in navigating technology's future.

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In this episode of the Risk Management Show podcast, we expose AI scams with insights from Dmitri Vellikok, VP of Embedded Security at F-Secure.

Discover how hackers exploit automation and AI to refine their tactics, craft convincing scams, and target victims with precision. Dmitri shares his 20+ years of expertise in cyber security, offering unique perspectives on hacker psychology, attack automation, and advanced threats like deepfakes and impersonation scams.

We also discuss the importance of proactive protection through education, digital spring cleaning, and layered cyber security measures.

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In this episode, we discussed leadership tips for managing cyber threats in business with John D. Marvin, the President and CEO of Texas State Optical.

With over two decades of experience growing TSO into a top 10 retail optical organization in the U.S.

John shared invaluable insights on risk management, cybersecurity, and building a successful franchise network.

He delved into the importance of customer-centric leadership, robust cybersecurity protocols, and the risks of operational vulnerabilities like website integrations and data breaches.

If you're a Chief Risk Officer, business leader, or interested in sustainability and cybersecurity, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to protect your business assets.

John also emphasized the role of ongoing training, compliance with federal privacy laws, and the need for proactive measures to prevent ransomware threats.

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