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FCPA Compliance Report

FCPA Compliance Report-Episode 789 – Reinventing Compliance in 2026: Insights and Strategies with Daniel Zmak

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes, Daniel Zmak, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Diligent to discuss the evolving landscape of compliance.

They explore the importance of modernizing compliance practices, addressing challenges like fragmentation and fatigue, and leveraging AI and technology to enhance efficiency. Key topics include the compliance maturity journey, connected compliance, and strategies for improving governance and oversight. With actionable insights and practical advice, this session aims to guide compliance professionals through the dynamic changes in the field.

Highlights Include

  • Highs, Lows, and Surprises in Compliance
  • Compliance at an Inflection Point
  • The Compliance Maturity Journey
  • Fragmentation and Fatigue in Compliance
  • Connected Compliance: The Concept, Benefits and Future
  • AI in Compliance: Opportunities and Challenges
  • Dynamic Compliance Programs

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FCPA Compliance Report-Episode 788 – Beyond Borders: Navigating Export Control, Sanctions, and Vendor Risk in 2026 with Stephanie Font

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes Kristy Grant-Hart, Stephanie Font from Diligent delve into the intricate landscape of compliance challenges anticipated in 2026 and beyond. The discussion focuses on the dynamic regulatory environment, specifically around export control, sanctions, and vendor risk. Stephanie shares insights from her extensive background in due diligence, discussing how the scope and focus of due diligence have expanded over the years. The webinar covers compliance challenges associated with BIS and export control compliance, especially the affiliate rule, and the complexities surrounding China-related risk management. Additionally, they explore the DOJ National Security Division’s Data Security Program and its impact on compliance. The session emphasizes the necessity of a robust process to manage regulatory instability, highlighting the importance of proactive documentation, risk audits, and continuous monitoring.

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FCPA Compliance Report – Kristy Grant-Hart on the Evolution of Compliance in 2026: Navigating New Risks and Regulations

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes Kristy Grant-Hart, Head of Advisory Services at Diligent’s Spark Compliance Group, to discuss where compliance has been in 2025 and where it is going into 2026.

Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart explore the future of corporate compliance in 2026 and beyond. Key discussion areas include the Trump administration’s changing focus on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the designation of cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, and the implications for third-party due diligence. They also delve into modern slavery laws, the impacts of AI on compliance, and the necessity of a unified approach to compliance strategy.

Additionally, Kristy introduces the Compliance and Ethics Innovation Collective, a new program from Spark and Diligent that integrates services and software to deliver a more robust compliance solution. The session concludes with strategic advice for compliance officers on staying ahead of dynamic regulatory changes and maintaining effective risk management.

 

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Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn

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FCPA Compliance Report – Nicole Di Schino on Harnessing AI for Compliance: Governance, Risks, and Best Practices

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes Nicole Di Schino, Principal Compliance Services Consultant at Diligent’s Spark Compliance Group, to discuss how best to harness AI for your compliance regime through 2026 and beyond.

Nicole and Tom discuss the critical importance of AI governance, compliance, and modern GRC. They cover practical steps for developing comprehensive compliance programs, emphasizing the necessity for AI risk assessments, the establishment of AI governance committees, and the implementation of human oversight in AI processes. Nicole highlights the intrinsic risks of AI, including privacy concerns and AI bias, and shares her personal experiences with AI’s impact in educational settings. Tom underscores the role of compliance education, advocating for the broader view of compliance as an ambassadorial and academic function. This session also explores the integration of AI into compliance workflows and the essential role of board and committee oversight.

 

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Innovation in Compliance

Operationalizing Trust at Scale: A Conversation with Amanda Carty on Compliance and AI

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Jessica Czeczuga, Amanda Carty, and Neta Meidav. In Part 2, Tom is joined by Amanda Carty, GM Compliance Solutions at Diligent.

Carty shares insights from her decade-long experience in the GRC field and offers detailed perspectives on how leaders can model ethical behavior within their organizations. The conversation dives into how Diligent helps companies assess and document leadership effectiveness and the role of AI in enhancing compliance initiatives. Carty emphasizes the necessity of leaders acting as ambassadors of culture and the impact of measurable outcomes in compliance programs. The episode also explores the integration of AI and chatbots to provide real-time compliance support to employees, ensuring efficiency and ease of access to crucial information.

Key highlights:

  • Importance of Tone at the Top
  • Leadership and Ethical Culture
  • AI in Compliance
  • Employee Engagement and Technology
  • Actionable Takeaways for Compliance Professionals 

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Innovation in Compliance – The Future of Compliance Training: AI, Adaptive Learning, and Cultural Integration

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Jessica Czeczuga, Danile Zmak, and Amanda Carty. In Part 1, Tom is joined by Jessica Czeczuga, Principal Instruction Design Instructor at Diligent about the future of compliance training.

Tom and Jessica to explore the future of compliance training, covering key challenges such as cybersecurity and data privacy. They discuss the transformative role of AI in creating adaptive, targeted training and the importance of continuous and varied communication methods to drive home compliance messages. Jessica emphasizes the need for a comprehensive compliance education strategy, integrating training, communication, and culture, tailored to the diverse ways different generations consume information.

Key highlights:

  • Future of Compliance Training
  • Adaptive Learning and AI
  • Targeted Training Examples
  • Generational Differences in Training Delivery
  • Importance of Compliance Culture

 

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⁠Jessical Czeczuga on LinkedIn⁠

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Staying the Course in Compliance: Insights from Kristy Grant-Hart

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Clint Palermo, Kristy Grant-Hart, and Stephanie Font. In Part 3, Tom is joined by Kristy Grant-Hart, Vice President and Head of Compliance Advisory Services at Spark Compliance Consulting, a Diligent brand, about the state of compliance in the wake of recent changes to FCPA enforcement.

They discuss the importance of staying consistent with compliance programs, the role of regulatory bodies worldwide, and the practical implications of modern slavery and trade sanctions. Kristy emphasizes the need for a strategic focus on forward-looking risks and the benefits of combining Diligent’s software capabilities with expertise in compliance services. They also underscore the importance of maintaining psychological safety and a speak-up culture within organizations.

Key highlights:

  • The Importance of Consistency in Compliance
  • The Power of Combining Compliance Services with Technology
  • Strategic Focus for Compliance Officers

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Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn

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Navigating Regulatory Changes and Compliance in Trade and Data Privacy with Stephanie Font

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Clint Palermo, Kristy Grant-Hart, and Stephanie Font. Part 2 discusses navigating regulatory changes and compliance in trade and data privacy.

In this episode, host Tom Fox converses with Stephanie Font, Director for Operations Optimization Group at Diligent, to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of economic sanctions, trade policies, and data privacy. Font shares insights on how businesses can stay compliant amidst rapid regulatory changes, emphasizing the importance of continuous monitoring, thorough due diligence, and understanding one’s business partners. The conversation also touches on new regulatory trends such as BIS address specifications, Mexican cartels being designated as FTOs, and the implications of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.

Key highlights:

  • Economic Sanctions and Trade Policy
  • Compliance and Business Operations
  • Staying Updated on Regulatory Changes
  • Cartels and Foreign Terrorist Organizations
  • Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
  • Human Rights and Business Culture

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Stephanie Font on LinkedIn

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Understanding Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery: A Business Imperative with Clint Palermo

Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals must be ready for and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. Today, we begin a 3-part podcast series sponsored by Diligent with Clint Palermo, Kristy Grant-Hart, and Stephanie Font. In part 1, we discuss understanding human trafficking and modern slavery: a business imperative with Clint Palermo, Senior Manager (Due Diligence) at Diligent

Tom and Clint take a deep dive into the pressing issues of human trafficking and modern slavery and their significance to the business community. Palermo highlights his professional journey in compliance, beginning in 2018 at Diligent, and discusses the regulatory landscape across various jurisdictions, including notable laws like Canada’s S-211, the EU’s CS3D Directive, and the US’s Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. The conversation emphasizes the importance of knowing third parties (KY3P), managing reputational risks, and maintaining continuous due diligence to ensure ethical business practices and compliance.

Key highlights:

  • Significance of Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
  • Global Regulations on Forced Labor
  • Impact of Forced Labor on Businesses
  • Reputational Risks and Moral Imperatives
  • Solutions and Compliance Programs

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Clint Palermo on LinkedIn

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Amanda Carty on a Due Diligence and Risk Management

In this episode of the Diligent Compliance Week 2025 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Amanda Carty discusses her presentation at Compliance Week 2025, “Going Beyond Due Diligence in Risk Management.”

Some of the issues she will discuss:

  • Demonstrate measurable and quantifiable ROI
  • Build psychological safety that drives ethical decision-making and engagement.
  • Navigate matrix environments to expand the influence.
  • Use data to tell compelling compliance success stories
  • Partner with the C-suite to help them navigate disruptive changes, including deregulation and major economic geopolitical shifts.

I hope you can join us at Compliance Week’s 20th Anniversary National Conference. This year’s event will be held April 28-30 at The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection, Washington, D.C. The lineup is first-rate, with some top ethics and compliance practitioners around.

Drop by the Diligent booth for some Compliance Podcast Network coffee to gain insights and make connections at the industry’s premier cross-industry national compliance event, offering knowledge-packed, accredited sessions and take-home advice from the most influential leaders in the compliance community. Back for its 20th year, compliance, ethics, legal, and audit professionals will gather safely face-to-face to benchmark best practices and gain the latest tactics and strategies to enhance their compliance programs.