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Compliance Tip of the Day

Compliance Tip of the Day: Cross Border Investigations, Part 2

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 concluding Part 2 of this special two-part episode, we conclude our discussion of key issues in cross-border investigations.

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Internal Investigations, How to Conduct an Anti-Corruption Investigation: Developing and Implementing the Investigation Plan by Mara Senn

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SBR - Authors' Podcast

SBR – Author’s Podcast: Alison Taylor on Higher Ground

Welcome to the Sunday Book Review and the Authors Podcast! Don’t miss out on this episode of SBR-Author’s Podcast, where Tom sits down with well-known compliance maven Alison Taylor on her new book, Higher Ground.

Alison Taylor is an established professional with a wide-ranging background in editing, consulting, political risk, and corporate investigation. Her career has seen her dedicate twelve years to corporate investigation, where she honed her skills in FCPA, due diligence, and network analysis, even leading investigations across multiple continents.

After 2015, Taylor redirected her career towards sustainability and ESG, advising on climate change, human rights, and corporate responsibility for major multinational companies.

Alison’s diverse and extensive professional journey, including her current role as a faculty member at NYU and director of Ethical Systems, a think tank, coupled with her authorship of “Higher Ground,” has shaped her perspective on the interplay of compliance, ethics, sustainability, and corporate responsibility.

These experiences have enabled her to provide valuable clarity and insights for senior leaders navigating the complex landscape of business ethics.

Key highlights include:

  • Navigating Business Ethics in Sustainability Practices
  • Navigating the Emotional Roller Coaster of Writing
  • Leadership Alignment with Stated Ethical Values
  • Ethical Decision Making for Business Sustainability
  • Ethical Innovations in Compliance and Ethics

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Compliance Tip of the Day

Compliance Tip of the Day: Cross Border Investigations, Part 1

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 opening, Part 1 of this special two-part episode,
we begin our discussion of key issues in cross-border investigations.

For more information on the Ethico ROI Calculator and
a free White Paper on the ROI of Compliance, click here.

Resources:

Internal Investigations, How to Conduct an Anti-Corruption Investigation: Developing and Implementing the Investigation Plan by Mara Senn

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Sunday Book Review

Sunday Book Review: March 31, 2024 Top Business Books for March Edition

In the Sunday Book Review, I consider books that interest the compliance professional, the business executive, or anyone curious. It could be books about business, compliance, history, leadership, current events, or anything else that might interest me. In today’s edition of the Sunday Book Review, we look at the best new books on business from March 2024, as reported in the FT.

  • Irreplaceable: How to Create Extraordinary Places That Bring People Together by Kevin Ervin Kelley
  • Leadership from Bad to Worse: What Happens When Bad Festers by Barbara Kellerman
  • Female Founders’ Playbook: Insights from the Superwomen Who Have Made It, by Anne Boden
  • Cultures of Growth: How the New Science of Mindset Can Transform Individuals, Teams, and Organizations by Mary C. Murphy

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Business books: What to Read This Month

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10 For 10

10 For 10: Top Compliance Stories For the Week Ending March 30, 2024

Welcome to 10 For 10, the podcast that brings you the week’s Top 10 compliance stories in one podcast each week. Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you the compliance professional and the compliance stories you need to know to end your busy week. Sit back, and in 10 minutes, hear about the stories every compliance professional should know from the prior week. Every Saturday, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, curates 10 For 10 to highlight the most significant news, insights, and analysis for compliance professionals. Get your weekly fix of compliance stories with 10 for 10, a podcast from the Compliance Podcast Network.

  • Shohei Ohtani denies any knowledge of his translator’s gambling. (WSJ)
  • Luxury apartments targeted by DOJ. (WSJ)
  • Crypto-Exchange KuCoin faced money-laundering charges.  (WSJ)
  • More Chinese companies are to be added to the banned list. (WSJ)
  • Corruption drives trafficking in SE Asia. (Al Jazeera)
  • South African Speaker of Parliament charged with corruption. (WaPo)
  • The former head of the China Football Association was jailed for life for corruption.  (ESPN)
  • EY promotes neurodiverse talent. (BBC)
  • More neurodiverse claims are made in the workplace. (FT)
  • An MoD report on UK corruption vis-à-vis Saudi Arabia was found in a public archive. (The Guardian)

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Compliance Tip of the Day: The Witness Interview

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, we aim to provide 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, what are the characteristics of a good interview in the context of an internal investigation interview?

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Culture Crafters

Culture Crafters – How to Repair the Broken Culture at Boeing

Seeing the regulators catch up to the business world is always interesting. That is what has happened to corporate culture. The Department of Justice is now assessing the corporate culture of any company under investigation. Yet, more than simply complying with this mandate, companies should strive to foster the best culture they can. The reason is deceptively simple: the better the culture, the better the company. However, many business executives and even compliance professionals do not know how to craft a culture that allows your employees and your organization to implement such strategies. How can you unlock the power of a thriving workplace culture?

In this podcast series, Sam Silverstein, the most trusted voice in America on accountability, and Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, discuss ways companies can elevate their culture to new heights. This episode examines the current Boeing scandal from a cultural angle.

The recent FAA report on Boeing has shed light on a worrying culture of fear, inadequate training, and mistrust within the company, leading to compromised safety standards. Tom points to management and cultural issues as the root causes of these safety failures. He insists that Boeing needs to foster a culture of safety, transparency, and open communication, without which it cannot rectify its current predicament. Sam emphasizes leadership’s crucial role in shaping a safe and open culture, arguing that leaders must take responsibility for any existing fear or retaliation. Drawing on his extensive experience advising leaders on accountability, Silverstein believes in the necessity of a culture where employees feel valued and can voice their concerns, suggesting that tough love may be the key to navigating Boeing’s safety issues.

Key Highlights:

  • Boeing’s Culture Impacts Safety Standards
  • Encouraging Safety Concerns Through Open Communication
  •  Leadership’s Role in Shaping Organizational Culture
  • How can Boeing start to rebuild its culture?

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Culture Crafters – Continual Culture Assessments

Seeing the regulators catch up to the business world is always interesting. That is what has happened to corporate culture. The Department of Justice is now assessing the corporate culture of any company under investigation. Rather than simply complying with this mandate, companies should strive to foster their best culture. The reason is deceptively simple: the better the culture, the better the company. However, many business executives and even compliance professionals do not know how to craft a culture that allows your employees and your organization to implement such strategies. How can you unlock the power of a thriving workplace culture?

In this podcast series, Sam Silverstein, the most trusted voice in America on accountability, and Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, discuss ways companies can elevate their culture to new heights. They discuss the power of continual assessments.

The importance of culture within organizations cannot be overstated; it serves as the backbone for organizational success and growth. Leadership’s power in shaping an organization’s culture requires leaders to live by the values they preach and ensure these values are mirrored in their actions. The existing culture should be continuously assessed through tools like culture audits. Achievements tied to the organization’s unique culture should also be celebrated.

Sam highlights that while all organizations have the potential to build a great culture, successful implementation depends mainly on leadership. He believes a strong, people-centric organizational culture can drive long-term success and growth. He urges the ongoing examination and enhancement of culture to foster a positive, high-performance work environment.

Key Highlights:

  • Cohesive Work Environment for Organizational Success
  • Cultural Audits for Organizational Success
  • The Need for Recognizing Workplace Success and Growth

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Compliance Tip of the Day

Compliance Tip of the Day: Key Investigative Challenges

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, we aim to provide 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 discuss some key challenges you will face in an investigation.

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Life with GDPR

Life With GDPR: NIS2 Balancing Obligations and Challenges for Compliance

Tom Fox and Jonathan Armstrong, renowned experts in cyber security, co-host the award-winning Life with GDPR. Today we consider the NIS2 Directive, which is the EU-wide legislation on cybersecurity. It provides legal measures to boost the overall level of cybersecurity in the EU.

Cybersecurity regulations are reshaping the landscape, demanding swift action and accountability from organizations and individuals. The NIS2 Directive tightens reporting deadlines, putting pressure on organizations to comply with cybersecurity incidents. This means that organizations need to be prepared to act quickly and efficiently in the event of a cyber incident to avoid penalties and maintain trust with their stakeholders. Management faces increased personal liability under the NIS 2 Directive, highlighting the need for proactive cybersecurity measures. This emphasizes the importance of implementing strong cybersecurity protocols and staying ahead of potential threats to protect both the organization and individual leaders from legal and financial repercussions.

Regulatory bodies advocate for a shift towards prevention in cybersecurity to combat rising cyber threats. This shift in focus underscores the importance of investing in proactive cybersecurity measures rather than simply reacting to incidents after they occur, ultimately leading to a more secure and resilient digital environment. Join Tom Fox and Jonathan Armstrong as they delve deeper into this topic on this episode of the Life with GDPR podcast.

 Key Takeaways:

  • NIS Two Directive: Stricter Reporting and Jurisdiction
  • NIS Two Directive: Management’s Cybersecurity Liability
  • Operational Resilience: Proactive Cybersecurity Measures

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