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The Agora Awards for Excellence in Podcasting: How Mary Shirley and Lisa Fine Literally Changed the Compliance World

I am more than beyond thrilled to announce the First Annual Compliance Podcast Network Agora Award for Excellence in Podcasting, a celebration that honors those who have used podcasting to elevate the compliance field, enrich our understanding, and inspire change. Why the moniker of the Agora Award? The Agora was the heartbeat of ancient Greek city-states, serving as a central gathering place for a wide range of civic activities. The Agora was the cultural, political, and social hub where citizens came together to exchange ideas, debate public issues, participate in decision-making, and stay informed about civic matters. In many ways, that is what podcasting has become today, and in the case of Lisa and Mary, they created an entire community of Great Women in Compliance.

The Agora’s significance extended beyond politics and commerce; it was a vibrant cultural center where art, religion, and education flourished. It was a space where people could experience the interconnectedness of every aspect of their lives, from governance and trade to philosophy and worship. The Agora symbolized the Greek ideal of civic engagement and the pursuit of knowledge, laying the foundations for many aspects of Western culture and democratic ideals that continue to influence societies today.

In other words, I cannot think of a better name for the Annual Compliance Podcast Network Award for Excellence in Podcasting. Moreover, I cannot think of any more qualified persons to be awarded this inaugural award than two trailblazers who have changed the world through podcasting: Mary Shirley and Lisa Fine, co-founders of the Great Women in Compliance podcast (GWIC).

Mary and Lisa saw a gap in the compliance podcasting world: a need for a space that celebrated, supported, and connected (great) women in compliance. In a few short years, their podcast has grown into a powerful community that crosses continents and connects professionals across disciplines. By highlighting women’s voices in compliance, they built a platform that is more than a podcast; it is a movement that champions diversity, collaboration, and leadership. They celebrated their story and journey with Great Women in Compliance in their book Sending the Elevator Back Down: What We’ve Learned From Great Women in Compliance.

Their contributions have inspired countless compliance professionals to think bigger, engage deeper, and connect more meaningfully with their work and peers. This year’s Agora Award recognizes the powerful content they have created, the community they have nurtured, and the doors they have opened for voices across the compliance spectrum. Indeed, while Mary has moved on in her compliance career, Great Women in Compliance continues to be as vibrant today, with Hemma Lomax co-hosting with Lisa and Ellen Hunt and Sarah Hadden hosting roundtable podcasts.

Mary Shirley said of the award,

Our aim to advance and empower women in the field of Ethics and Compliance and create a scalable knowledge-sharing opportunity for all was initially just an aspiration.  Receiving this award is a heartwarming acknowledgment that our efforts, those of our esteemed guests, our production team, and supporters, have not been in vain or gone unnoticed.  I believe that when one of our boats rises, all of our boats rise, and I know that the #GWIC team continuing to bring podcasts to the community and sending the elevator back down will continue to lift us all.

Lisa Fine said of the award, 

When Mary and I started the Great Women in Compliance podcast, we wanted to amplify the voices of the extraordinary women in the Ethics & Compliance field, given that so many women had built the profession.  We saw no women-led on the network, and we jumped in. I am so thrilled about what GWIC has become.  The podcast launched a community and book, building many personal and professional relationships.  And I am most proud of how it is constantly evolving, where we now have additions to our podcast team with Hemma Lomax, Ellen Hunt, and Sarah Hadden, and our GWIC emerita, Mary, to continue to uplift women and those who support women in Ethics & Compliance.

I hope that you will plan to join me on Tuesday, November 19, from 12 to 3 ET to celebrate Mary and Lisa and what they create, Great Women in Compliance. I will interview both Mary and Lisa about not only their experiences in creating GWIC but, equally importantly, other members, hosts, and guests from the Compliance Podcast Network.

  • Reflections on the International Growth of Compliance Podcasting

Podcasting has evolved dramatically within the compliance profession, and compliance professionals worldwide have found value in this accessible format. The event will celebrate how podcasting has supported compliance globally, creating a community of listeners and contributors who share a commitment to ethics and integrity. I will honor two of the international podcasters, Ajay Shamdasani (Regulatory Ramblings,  The Reglex Perspective and Heart of the Matter) and Jonathan Armstrong (Everything Compliance, Life with GDPR, Everything Compliance, TechLaw10) on the CPN about their experiences in podcasting from the international perspective. This panel will be from 12-1 ET.

  • From the Beginning to 2024: The Evolution of Compliance Podcasting

The story of compliance podcasting is rich with innovation, perseverance, and passion. Co-hosts and presenters including Mike DeBernardis (The Corruption Files and All Things Investigations), Matt Kelly (Compliance into the Woods and Everything Compliance), Mike Volkov (Corruption Crime and Compliance, Why a Duck? and a founding member of Everything Compliance) and  Karen Woody (Succession-the Final Season, The Woody Report, Classroom Insiders and Everything Compliance) have all been part of this journey, each contributing to a medium that makes compliance accessible, engaging, and impactful. Nick Gallo (FCPA Survival Guide, GalloCast, and The Ethics Experts) will interview these podcasters from 1-2 ET.

Why should you attend, and who should attend?  This event is not simply for compliance professionals; it is for anyone who believes in the power of podcasting to educate, inspire, and connect. If you are interested in the intersection of compliance and media, eager to gain insights from leaders in the field, or passionate about corporate ethics and governance, this celebration is for you. You will walk away inspired by the voices actively shaping the future of compliance and motivated to engage with this evolving medium. Whether you are a seasoned compliance officer, a budding podcaster, or a student of corporate ethics, this is your chance to be part of a historic moment in compliance podcasting.

In honoring the power of compliance podcasting, we acknowledge its unique role in building a dynamic, inclusive, and informed community. The First Annual Compliance Podcast Network Agora Award celebrates excellence, commitment, and vision. Through their dedication and innovation, Mary Shirley and Lisa Fine set a standard that inspires us all. They remind us that podcasting isn’t just about broadcasting; it’s about listening, connecting, and creating a shared space for growth and change.

I hope you can join us. Register now and join us in recognizing the voices that are leading compliance today and paving the way for the future. Let us celebrate the conversations, insights, and leadership-defining compliance podcasting.

Registration and information are here. There is no charge for this event.

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FCPA Survival Guide – Introduction

How can you survive an FCPA enforcement action? In this special podcast series, Tom Fox and Nick Gallo outline the Top 10 things you can do to reduce your overall fine and penalty, perhaps down to a full declination. All of the actions you can take come from recent DOJ prosecutions under the FCPA and speeches from DOJ representatives. This podcast, sponsored by Ethico, is the companion series to the book The FCPA Survival Guide: Surviving and Thriving a Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement Action.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has been unequivocal in its expectations for any company facing an FCPA enforcement action. This guide is tailored for compliance professionals and business executives who are part of such an investigation. It outlines the necessary steps to secure the most favorable resolutions, offering a glimmer of hope even in the most daunting circumstances. Since the introduction of the FCPA Corporate Enforcement Policy, the default position for any company that self-discloses a potential FCPA violation to the DOJ is that of a declination. This policy provides a significant advantage, even if a company does not self-disclose or there are aggravating factors, as it allows for substantial discounts from the DOJ. In the words of the DOJ, this guide details the actions a company can take to reduce any fine or penalty for an FCPA violation, providing a clear path to a more favorable outcome.

In this 10-part podcast series, we will examine the following tactics for reducing potential exposure if your company finds itself in the FCPA crosshairs:

1.     Self-Disclosure.

2.     The Need for Speed

3.     Extensive Remediation

4.     Root Cause, Risk Assessment and Gap Analysis.

5.     Data Analytics.

6.     Clawback and Holdbacks.

7.     Change in sales models.

8.     Enhancement of Compliance.

9.     Internal Controls.

10.  Investigative Protocol

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Nick Gallo on LinkedIn

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The FCPA Survival Guide: Surviving and Thriving a Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement Action

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Authors Over 50 – The Compliance Guy with Tom Fox

My guest today is literally the guy who wrote the book on compliance, “The Compliance Handbook, 4th edition,” published by LexisNexis in 2023.

He has authored 28 other books on business leadership, compliance ethics, and corporate governance, including international best-sellers and an award-winning series, “Fox on Compliance.”
He leads the social media discussion on compliance with his award-winning blog and is the Voice of Compliance, having founded the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network.
Welcome to Authors Over 50, Tom Fox.

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Julia Daily’s Twitter 

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Julia Daily’s Linked In 

Julia Daily’s Goodreads 

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Great Women in Compliance

Great Women in Compliance – GWICies and Thank You Mary

Welcome to the Great Women in Compliance Podcast, hosted by Mary Shirley and Lisa Fine.

It all started with a casual conversation between friends in October 2018 at an evening event in Las Vegas, and shortly thereafter, the Great Women in Compliance podcast was born, the first podcast on the Compliance Podcast Network that was not hosted by Tom Fox. For the last 4.5 years, Lisa Fine and Mary Shirley have worked on developing the podcast to best bring listeners quality content and this week, they reach their 200th episode. At this juncture, Mary passes the baton to Lloydette Bai-Marrow, who will be joining Lisa Fine as the newest #GWIC co-host. Join them after a summer break to tune in to the new iteration of the podcast.

In the meantime, this episode features mini interviews between Lisa and Mary, as well another round of the GWICies – the recognition (sometimes tongue in cheek) that Lisa and Mary have given during certain milestones since their 100th episode.

As she puts down the microphone, Mary extends gratitude to all of the listeners and guests who made the podcast what it is today. She also voices her huge appreciation for Lisa and the fruitful partnership over the last several years and looks forward to what is to come for the podcast, as the number one cheerleader for GWIC 2.0

Corporate Compliance Insights is a much-appreciated sponsor and supporter of GWIC, including affiliate organization CCI Press publishing the related book; “Sending the Elevator Back Down, What We’ve Learned from Great Women in Compliance” (CCI Press, 2020). If you enjoyed the book, the GWIC team would be very grateful if you would consider rating it on Goodreads and Amazon and leaving a short review.  Don’t forget to send the elevator back down by passing on your copy to someone who you think might enjoy reading it when you’re done, or if you can’t bear parting with your copy, consider it as a holiday or appreciation gift for someone in Compliance who deserves a treat.

If you enjoyed the book, the GWIC team would be very grateful if you would consider rating it on Goodreads and Amazon and leaving a short review.  Don’t forget to send the elevator back down by passing on your copy to someone who you think might enjoy reading it when you’re done, or if you can’t bear parting with your copy, consider it as a holiday or appreciation gift for someone in Compliance who deserves a treat.

You can subscribe to the Great Women in Compliance podcast on any podcast player by searching for it and we welcome new subscribers to our podcast.

Join the Great Women in Compliance community on LinkedIn here.

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Compliance Podcast Network Podcasts Honored by the 2023 Communicator Awards

Recently multiple podcasts on the Compliance Podcast Network have been selected by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts to be recognized as a Communicator Award winner for podcast excellence. I wanted to thank our listeners and fans who voted for us and have made the Compliance Podcast Networkone of the most award-winning podcast network in the country.

Never The Same, How the Russian Invasion Changed the World Forever was a passion project co-hosted by myself and Exiger President and CEO Brandon Daniels. It  was awarded two 2023 Communicator Awards. The first was an award of Excellence for Individual Episodes, in the podcast category of Business. The second was for Excellence in a Featured Series.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine changed the geopolitical landscape forever. It has brought a fundamental challenge to international norms, sovereignty and the rule of law that underpins global business. It made doing business more challenging and complex than ever. In this podcast series, co-hosts Tom Fox and Brandon Daniels discussed five key business areas have changed forever after the Russian invasion. We explored the sea of changes in the area of supply chains, trade and economic sanctions, anti-Bribery and anti-corruption, cyber security and ESG. Check out the entire 5-part series here.

The Big Empty and Economic Issues Facing 21st Century Texas, co-hosted by Tom Fox and Loren Steffy was honored with two 2023 Communicator Awards. The first was for Excellence in the category of Limited Series. The second was for Distinction for Individual Episodes, in the Business Podcasts category.

This series was based on Steffy’s seminal fiction work The Big Empty which tells the story of a small West Texas town on the cusp of the new millennium, a lifelong cowboy wonders if a new semiconductor plant will ensure a future for his son or eliminate the only way of life he’s ever known. The Big Empty set in 1999, is a tale about the sense of place and tells the story of a fictional company AzTech which builds a semi-conductor plant in the dying west Texas city of Conquistador The story presages a series of cultural, economic, geographic and resources conflicts that are embedded in 2023 Texas. The podcast series focuses on current economic and culture issues faced by the state of Texas, its governments and its citizens, all explored through the prism of Steffy’s book, The Big Empty. Over this special podcast series we considered the following issues facing Texas today; including water, power, land investment, housing and the clash of cultures. Check out the full five-part series here.
Coming Conflict with China-Business Challenges and Responses, won 2 awards for Distinction. The first was for a Limited Series and the second was in the Business-to-Business Category.

In this podcast, which I co-host with Exiger President and CEO Brandon Daniels, we considered how in the short span of the 21st Century, the world’s two top powers, the United States and China, have moved inexplicably towards a showdown. This evolved from a commercial competition into something more akin to permanent non-kinetic warfare. What does this mean for US business doing business in and with China? In this special 5-part blog post series, we explore issues diverse as real danger, supply chain, exports, cyber-attacks and IP theft from the business perspective and give the compliance and business executive their viewpoints on what you can do to not only prepare your company but protect it as well. The challenges your company faces and more importantly the responses you make will go a long way towards determining if your organization will weather the coming storm. Check out the full 5-part series here.


Data Driven Compliance. One of the newest podcasts on the Compliance Podcast Network, having premiered in February 2023, was awarded a 2023 Communicator Awards Distinction for Individual Episodes, in the category of Business-to-Business. In this podcast series, host Tom Fox discusses and visits with experts on how to use data to improve and enhance the effectiveness of your compliance program, creating greater business efficiency, all leading to more return on the investment for your compliance regime. The podcast is sponsored by Kona AI. Check out the inaugural episode, where I visit with Kona AI CEO Vince Walden on the develop of data driven compliance.

The Night Sky-a Podcast on the Two Eclipses Coming to Kerrville. Taking a completely different route is my passion project The Night Sky which I co-host with Andrew Gay. This podcast received a Communicator’s Award of Excellence in the category of Individual Episodes-Science & Medicine.

In this podcast series, Andrew and myself celebrate that for two days over the next 18 months, Kerrville, TX will be the Eclipse Capitol of the World. The first will be an annular solar eclipse will occur on October 14, 2023, and the second a total solar eclipse taking place on April 8, 2024. The 2023 annular eclipse will be a partial eclipse that will create a ring of fire around the sun and the 2024 event will be a total eclipse where full darkness occurs. In this podcast, we discuss how the town of Kerrville will prepare for an influx of a quarter million (or more) visitors. For a flavor of the podcast, check out our inaugural episode, where we host Dr. Ben Locwin who explains the two eclipses.

I would love to host you and your podcast on the Compliance Podcast Network. It is the only podcast network dedicated to compliance but as you can see by many of these award-winning podcasts we are not limited strictly to compliance. In fact, the only thing we are limited by is our collective imaginations. So, do you have an idea for a podcast? Do you have a passion you want to discuss? Then give me a call or shoot me an email.

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Compliance Podcast Network Podcasts Honored by the 2022 Communicator Awards

Recently multiple podcasts on the Compliance Podcast Network have been selected by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts to be recognized as a Communicator Award winners for podcast excellence.
Hidden Traffic, hosted by Gwen Hassan was awarded a 2022 Communicator Awards Excellence for Individual Episodes, in the podcast category of Business. Gwen Hassan has developed a passion for exposing human trafficking within supply chains. Her podcast,  Hidden Traffic educates, enlightens, and equips the compliance professional to understand what human trafficking is, the risks your organization will face, where it happens, and what you can do to combat it. For a taste of this podcast, check out Episode 1, where Gwen talks about her passion for this topic.
Classroom Insider, hosted by Karen Woody was honored with a 2022 Communicator Awards Distinction for Individual Episodes, in the Crime & Justice for Podcasts category. In this podcast series, Washington & Lee Professor Karen Woody and her Insider Trading Seminar students from Washington and Lee University explored the arc and evolution of insider trading over the last century. Each episode will feature a discussion between Karen Woody and a student about insider trading. For a taste of the podcast, check out this episode “How Justice Powell Weakened the SEC’s Control” where Karen hosted Lidia Kurganova.
Presidential Leadership Lessons for the Business Executive, a podcast co-hosted by myself and Richard Lummis, was awarded the 2022 Communicator Awards Excellence for Individual Episodes, in the podcast category for Business. In this podcast, Tom and Richard look at what lessons can the modern-day business leader learn from our 46 Chiefs of State. We delve into the great and not so great Presidents to mine their successes and failure for today’s business executive. For a taste of the podcast, check out their 4-part serieson leadership lessons from George Washington.
Understanding Lyme Disease was honored in two categories. In this first, the podcast, hosted by Tom Fox and featuring as guests Dr. Ben Locwin and Scott Endicott, was honored with the 2022 Communicator Awards Distinction for Individual Episodes, in this category of Science & Medicine for Podcasts. The second award was in the category of Features for Storytelling. This 5-part special podcast series dealt with those who have been, had a loved one or friend afflicted with Lyme Disease. Endicott is a Lyme Disease sufferer. There are many different ways to go about diagnosing and treating Lyme incorrectly, and very few ways to do it right. In this special podcast series, we uncovered the shortcomings in the current standards and practices and opened up a dialog about how we can better help patients with this disease. You can check out the entire 5-part series here. If you or a loved one have suffered from this disease, you should check out this award-winning podcast series.
My signature podcast, the FCPA Compliance Report was honored with the 2022 Communicator Awards Distinction for Individual Episodes-Professional Services for Podcasts. The FCPA Compliance Report is the longest running podcast in the in compliance and business ethics arena. Hosted by myself, the Voice of Compliance I visit with top compliance practitioners, key figures from business, the government and law firms in the top podcast dedicated to all things compliance. For a great taste of this podcast check out my two-part series with Dan Kahn and Matt Galvan on dealing with the DOJ. Part 1 and Part 2.
The Compliance Life was honored with the 2022 Communicator Awards Distinction for Individual Episodes for Business. The Compliance Life details the journey to and in the role of a Chief Compliance Officer. How does one come to sit in the CCO chair? What are some of the skills a CCO needs to success navigate the compliance waters in any company? What are some of the top challenges CCOs have faced and how did they meet them? These questions and many others will be explored in this podcast series. Each month I host one person how has traveled to and sometimes from the CCO chair through four episodes. Check out this month’s guest Mark Beyer who has one of the most non-traditional journeys around.
I had two passion projects honored as well.
The first was a 5-part podcast series on the Enron Trial of Ken Lay and Jeff Skilling. It was awarded a 2022 Communicator Awards Distinction, for Individual Episodes, in the podcast category of Business. 2021 was the 15th anniversary of the business Trial of the Century. In this series,  with my co-host Loren Steffy, who covered the trial gavel to gavel, we explored this portion of the Enron Saga. The Enron trial had everything; massive egos, bigger than life lawyers and a massive fraud. Loren and myself provided our reflections and insights on the first Trial of the Century for the 21st Century and how it still resonates today. Check out the full 5-part Trial of the Century, the Enron Trial here.
The second award was for a passion podcast, The Hill Country Podcast which also received two awards. The first was a 2022 Communicator Awards Distinction for Individual Episodes, in the category of Society & Culture. The second was a 2022 Communicator Awards Distinction in the category of Individual Episodes for Lifestyle. I moved to the Texas Hill Country last year as I have always thought it is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, I visit with the people and organizations that make this the most unique areas of Texas. Join me as I explore the people, places and their activities of the Texas Hill Country. For a great introductory episode into the Hill Country Podcast, check out Episode 22 with the Cookie Lady, Julia Cardioshinsky about her journey from baking cookies to get through the grief of losing her father to opening her own bakery during the pandemic, all underlaid with her faith.
I would love to host you and your podcast on the Compliance Podcast Network. It is the only podcast network dedicated to compliance but as you can see by many of these award-winning podcasts we are not limited strictly to compliance. In fact the only thing we are limited by is our collective imaginations. So do you have an idea for a podcast? (Like Karen Woody) Do you have a passion you want to discuss? (Like Gwen Hassan) Then give me a call or shoot me an email.