Day: August 7, 2024

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Trekking Through Compliance

Trekking Through Compliance – Episode 67 – Lessons in Cultural Humility from The Empath

In this episode of Trekking Through Compliance, we consider the episode The Empath, which aired on December 6, 1968, and occurred on Star Date 5121.5

Story Synopsis

The episode centers around Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock, and Dr. McCoy, who are sent to investigate a research outpost on Minara II.

Upon arrival, the crew discovers that the planet’s sun is about to go nova, threatening all life in the system. They encounter an alien species known as the Vians, who have captured a mute empath named Gem. The Vians have been conducting experiments to test the crew’s capacity for self-sacrifice and compassion, using Gem’s empathic abilities to heal injuries by absorbing pain and wounds.

Throughout the episode, the crew endures various forms of torture at the hands of the Vians, who wish to determine if Gem is capable of understanding and valuing the human traits of sacrifice and empathy. The crew’s willingness to endure suffering for one another ultimately influences Gem, proving to the Vians that she can learn these human traits.

Ultimately, the Vians save Gem and her planet, seeing the potential for compassion and selflessness. “The Empath” explores themes of sacrifice, empathy, and the power of compassion in the face of adversity.

Commentary

The plot involves the Enterprise landing party discovering an abandoned station on a planet near a supernova, leading them to meet a mute, empathic woman named Jim. The episode highlights themes of self-sacrifice and empathy as the crew faces ethical trials set by the Vians. Compliance lessons from the episode include the importance of cultural humility, immersive cultural exchanges, respect for local customs, building trust, and recognizing the limitations of an outsider’s perspective. These insights can improve the effectiveness of compliance programs in cross-cultural contexts.

Key Highlights

  • Story Synopsis: The Empath
  • Key Plot Points and Character Actions
  • Fun Facts and Continuity Issues
  • Cultural Humility in Compliance

Resources

Excruciatingly Detailed Plot Summary by Eric W. Weisstein

MissionLogPodcast.com

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Compliance Into the Weeds

Compliance into the Weeds: The DOJ Whistleblower Incentive Program

The award winning, Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast which takes a deep dive into a compliance-related topic, literally going into the weeds to more fully explore a subject.

Looking for some hard-hitting insights on compliance? Look no further than Compliance into the Weeds!

In this episode, Tom Fox and Matt Kelly take a deep dive into the recently announced Department of Justice (DOJ) Whistleblower Incentive Program.

Last week, the DOJ announced a whistleblower pilot program, offering monetary rewards to whistleblowers who report corporate misconduct. Whistleblowers can receive up to 30% of the net proceeds of a settlement resulting from their tip. The program covers various types of corporate crime, including bribery, healthcare fraud, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violations.

This program puts pressure on compliance programs to quickly investigate and address reported misconduct. It also raises questions about how whistleblowers will be rewarded in cases where there is a declination or non-prosecution agreement. The SEC case involving a whistleblower award highlights the importance of handling whistleblower reports effectively.

Key Highlights:

  • DOJ Announces Whistleblower Pilot Program
  • Covering Various Types of Corporate Misconduct
  • Tension Between Self-Reporting and Whistleblower Reporting
  • Recent SEC whistleblower award as a cautionary tale

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Matt in Radical Compliance 

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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: August 7, 2024 – The (Don’t) Bring Out Your Dead Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen to the Daily Compliance News. All from the Compliance Podcast Network.

Each day, we consider four stories from the business world: compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

In today’s edition of Daily Compliance News:

  • Funeral Parlors in China are under investigation for corruption. (South China Morning Post)
  • Did KKR founders get something for nothing?   (WSJ)
  • Concerns with new DOJ whistleblower bounty program. (WSJ)
  • Can a FCPA violation be a RICO claim?  (Law360)

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Compliance Tip of the Day

Compliance Tip of the Day: Psychological Safety and Compliance

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements.

Whether you’re a seasoned compliance professional or just starting your journey, our aim is to provide you with bite-sized, actionable tips to help you stay on top of your compliance game.

Join us as we explore the latest industry trends, share best practices, and demystify complex compliance issues to keep your organization on the right side of the law.

Tune in daily for your dose of compliance wisdom, and let’s make compliance a little less daunting, one tip at a time.

In this episode, we consider how to create psychological safety in your organization.

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Great Women in Compliance

Great Women in Compliance: Shruti Shah – The Power of Informed & Passionate Partnership

In this Great Women in Compliance episode, Hemma Lomax interviews Shruti Shah, a Senior Policy Advisor for Anti-Corruption in the Office of the Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption at the U.S. Department of State. Shruti and Hemma explore how the US government builds partnerships with the private sector and civil society globally to implement the US Strategy on Countering Corruption.

Highlights include personal stories about the unstoppable power of informed and passionate individuals, the acknowledgment that corporate executives working in compliance are part of a global community, and the recognition that persistence pays off. Learn more about the benefits of a public-private partnership and collaboration, including some key initiatives run by the Department of State, USAID, and several multilateral organizations, and discover how you can learn more or get involved. Shruti is a beacon of inspiration who reminds us all to take pride in the part we can play in a movement toward eradicating global corruption.

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About Shruti:

Shruti is a Senior Policy Advisor for Anti-Corruption in the Office of the Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption at the U.S. Department of State.  In this role, she plays a key role in implementing the U.S. Strategy on Countering Corruption, helping to integrate anti-corruption measures into U.S. foreign policy and global engagement.  She also coordinates initiatives to build partnerships with the private sector and civil society, enhancing collaborative efforts to combat corruption on a global scale.  As a representative of the State Department, Ms. Shah frequently speaks at international conferences focused on anti-corruption, ethics, and integrity, promoting U.S. Government objectives and fostering global collaboration

Prior to joining the State Department, Shruti Shah was the President & CEO of the Coalition For Integrity (formerly Transparency International-USA), where she spearheaded the organization’s initiatives to develop and promote strategies for reducing corruption and enhancing transparency in both the public and private sectors. Her key responsibilities included collaborating with companies and industry associations to compile and disseminate best practices for compliance with anti-corruption laws. Notably, she produced guidance on the Use of Machine Learning for Anti-Corruption Risk & Compliance.  Additionally, she successfully led the organization’s Corporate Forums, which brought together senior compliance counsel and ethics officers to share insights and advance best practices

Ms. Shah brings a wealth of experience in anti-bribery compliance and anti-corruption issues, with over a decade of work with leading Big 4 accounting firms, including PwC and KPMG, across the United States, the United Kingdom, and India. In the United States, her expertise centered on ethics, anti-corruption compliance, and conducting internal investigations.

Her contributions have been recognized by prominent media outlets such as CNN, PBS NewsHour, BBC, Huffington Post, and C-SPAN. She has also been quoted in esteemed publications like the New York Times, Washington Post, and The Financial Times. Additionally, she has served as a contributing editor for the FCPA Blog.

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Join the Great Women in Compliance community on LinkedIn here.