The Accountability Studio

We are on the brink of a whole new era of aviation. Our skies are bound to be buzzing with drones in the coming years. Matt Scassero, Director of UMD UAS Test Site, and Miriam McNabb, Editor in Chief of DroneLife.com spark up a great discussion on the future of the drone industry and its … Continue reading Drones: Safety and Privacy →

Pretty soon we’ll be flyin’ high with drones in our skies. This exploding technology is the fastest-growing industry of new aircraft in the history of aviation. What does this mean for all of us down below? Find out on this fascinating episode as we talk about the future of drones with Sharon Rossmark, CEO of … Continue reading Regulation of the Skies →

Happy New Year! New beginnings bring new trends. In this episode, we weigh in on what to expect for 2020 in business and our marketplace. We cover the gamut from self-driving cars to how the CCPA law will continue to change the landscape of data collection. Join us for a quick stroll through what to … Continue reading 2020 Industry Trend Predictions →

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas. With only a few days away from 2020, let’s sum up our 2019. We do so with a “Wow!” From Beautycounter’s ability to rally over 3,000 voices on Capital Hill demanding regulation in the beauty industry, to watching each of the five big technology giants cross data privacy and protection … Continue reading Big Industry Moments of 2019 →

More than ever, consumers are motivated by what their favorite influencers are endorsing through their social media channels. In this episode, Pam Deese, attorney of Arent Fox, walks us through what it means to hold the torch of influence in today’s digital world. Be sure to tune in!

Third-party cookies are a marketer’s dream come true! But as consumer consent takes priority, businesses need to make sure they’re not caught with their hand in the cookie jar. Pete Spande, Publisher of Business Insider, and Dave Grimaldi, Executive VP of Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), talk us through what this means for the digital marketing … Continue reading Marketing in a Consumer Consent World →

A global movement in data privacy law is happening as the EU is setting new standards, making data privacy a fundamental human right. Business reputations hang in the balance. Don’t let yours fall short. Cobun Zweifel-Keegan, Deputy Director, Privacy Initiatives (who operates the BBB EU Privacy Shield program) & Jon Brescia, VP Digital Advertising Accountability … Continue reading The Movement of Data Protection →

Consumer reviews are more than a business’ privilege to boost its reputation. They are a consumer’s right. The Federal Trade Commissions (FTC) sees consumer reviews as a tool that allows customers to learn about a company before doing business with them. Carl Settlemyer, Attorney, at the FTC helps businesses understand how to comply with the … Continue reading Consumer Reviews vs. Business’ Reputation →

Consumers are committing to brands who are taking stands on social issues. More than ever, advertisers are turning towards what makes their audience tick. Sheila Millar, a partner at Keller & Heckman LLP, gives her insights on what to expect for the future of advertising regulation. Are you in or out?

Are you a business owner that caters to children? It is imperative to stay up-to-date on the latest laws protecting children in advertising. Dona Fraser, Vice President of CARU takes us through the changing landscape of COPPA laws relating to this trending topic. Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking conversation.