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FCPA Compliance Report

FCPA Compliance Report – Ethical Decision-Making in Times of Change

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. This is a very special episode. Tom Fox is joined by Lisa Fine, Ellen Hunt, and Hemma Lomax from the Great Women in Compliance podcast for our annual GWIC/FCPA Compliance Report cross-post podcast. We recorded this at Compliance Week 2025.

In this year of uncertainty and change in compliance, we discussed the need to revisit and emphasize foundational ethics amid the evolving compliance landscape, seeing uncertainty as a chance for professional growth and deeper ethical reflection. We also discussed integrating ethics into compliance functions and advocating for a community-oriented approach that respects diverse viewpoints and fosters global perspectives; highlighted the importance of innovative strategies and understanding human behavior, advocating for creative approaches like podcasts to foster a speak-up culture and stressing the use of technology and coaching to enhance ethical decision-making, ultimately contributing to a robust corporate culture capable of navigating international compliance challenges.

 

Key highlights:

  • Ethical Decision-Making in Times of Change and in a Global Business Arena
  • Global Training Program for Anti-Corruption Enforcement
  • Promoting Ethical Culture and Fair Treatment
  • Harnessing Collective Energy for Compliance Excellence

Resources:

Lisa Fine on LinkedIn

Ellen Hunt on LinkedIn

Hemma Lomax on LinkedIn

Tom Fox

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Great Women in Compliance

Great Women in Compliance – Exploring the Future of Compliance: Key Takeaways from Compliance Week 2025

This episode of Great Women in Compliance is very special. Tom Fox joins Lisa Fine, Ellen Hunt, and Hemma Lomax for our annual GWIC/FCPA Compliance Report cross-post podcast, which we recorded at Compliance Week 2025.

Key highlights:

  • The Vibe at Compliance Week 2025
  • Opportunities for Growth in Compliance
  • The Importance of Ethical Decision Making
  • Global Perspectives on Compliance
  • Practical Advice and Takeaways

Our discussion centers around the current state of compliance, emphasizing the importance of community and collaboration. The panelists reflect on the vibe of Compliance Week 2025, highlighting keynotes and sessions that underscore the need for ethical decision-making, innovation, and professional growth amidst regulatory changes and uncertainties.

We took a deep dive into practical advice and creative ideas from the conference, such as compliance chronicles and internal podcasts, to foster a strong compliance culture. We discussed the global perspective on anti-corruption enforcement and the potential role of state attorneys general in the U.S. With a focus on community support and continuous improvement, this episode provides valuable insights and inspiration for compliance professionals.

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31 Days to More Effective Compliance Programs

One Month to a More Effective Compliance Program Through Innovation: Day 7 – Skills for the Compliance Professional in 2025 and Beyond

What should compliance practitioners do to move themselves forward professionally in 2025 and beyond? To consider this question, I drew inspiration from the Financial Times (FT) piece entitled “Work in the 2020s: 5 essential skills to succeed” by Lyndsey Jones. In this article, Jones laid out five areas where workers need to have skills that will keep abreast of the ever-evolving marketplace. They are: (1) Adapt to thrive, (2) Be creative, (3) Develop emotional intelligence, (4) Become tech-savvy, and (5) Build your brand.

Being a compliance professional in the coming decade will be one of the most challenging, rewarding, and exciting professions for anyone to engage in. You have the opportunity to help lead not only your organization but also your profession. To paraphrase Alyson Van Hooser, will you put your (compliance) stake in the ground and own it? For your sake and the sake of the compliance profession going forward, I hope you will do so.

Three key takeaways:

  1. Adapt to thrive as you are only limited by your imagination.
  2. Build your brand and deliver.
  3. Be creative.

For more information, check out The Compliance Handbook, 4th edition, here.