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Great Women in Compliance – Board Bond: Why Ethics & Compliance Professionals Should Be on Boards and How to Get on One

👉 New #GWIC Episode – Board Bond: Why Ethics & Compliance Professionals Should Be on Boards and How to Get on One

Our expert guests:

• Teri Quimby, who is a Board Director, a coach and advisor, and a former state regulator, and

• Vera Cherepanova, Executive Director of Boards of the Future and an in-demand author and speaker.

Teri Quimby and Vera Cherepanova talked with Sarah Hadden and Ellen Hunt about how #Ethics and #Compliance professionals struggle with being seen as a back-office function rather than strategic risk management and how we bring expertise, experience, and insights that #Boards of Directors can’t afford to overlook. We drilled down into:

✅ Why Boards should diversify their rosters by appointing Ethics and Compliance professionals.

✅ Why it’s a hard sell to get Boards to cast a wider net when looking for new Board members, and what Ethics and Compliance professionals can do to leap over these barriers.

✅ What unique skills do Ethics and Compliance professionals have that are most in demand by Boards?

✅ What successful candidates do to land a Board seat.

👉 Tune in now: Great Women in Compliance

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Great Women in Compliance – Compliance is the Floor, Ethics is the Ceiling with Ellen Hunt

In this week’s special episode of Great Women in Compliance, Hemma interviews Ellen Hunt, an ethics and compliance professional and recent recipient of the Compliance Week Lifetime Achievement in Compliance Award. Ellen shares her journey from law to compliance, emphasizing the importance of organizational justice, psychological safety, and ethical decision-making. Listeners will gain insights into Ellen’s approach to fostering a values-driven culture, her experiences and advice on ensuring transparency, the role of conflict in cultivating psychological safety, and her commitment to nurturing the compliance community.

Highlights include: 

  • Ellen Hunt’s Career Journey and Recent Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Organizational Justice and Compliance
  • The Evolution of Ethics and Compliance
  • The Role of Psychological Safety
  • Ellen’s Legacy in Elevating a Compliance Community

Biography:

Ellen is a lawyer, ethics & compliance professional, audit executive, and chief privacy officer. Before joining Spark Compliance Consulting, A Diligent Brand, Ellen was the Vice President, Compliance Program Operations and Chief Privacy Officer for LifePoint Health, Senior Vice President ~Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer, and Chief Audit Executive for AARP.

Ellen was named “Mentor of the Year” by Compliance Week in 2021 and the 2019 Not-For-Profit Compliance Officer of the Year by Women In Compliance. She received the Trust Across America Top Thought Leaders Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019 and was named a Top Mind by Compliance Week in 2016. Most recently, in April 2025, she was awarded a Lifetime Award for Compliance by Compliance Week.

She taught at the Fordham University School of Law, Program for Corporate Ethics and Compliance. She is an adjunct professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, teaching Business Ethics in the 21st Century and co-teaching the Compliance and Culture courses. Ellen serves on the Advisory Boards for the Notre Dame Deloitte Center for Ethical Leadership, Compliance Week, and the Quorum Initiative. She is the co-founder of The Seven Elements Book Club, a book club devoted to ethics and compliance authors, and winner of the 2022 award for “Best New Idea” by the Great Women in Compliance podcast.

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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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Facebook

YouTube

Twitter

LinkedIn

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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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Creating Space to Speak Up: The Story Behind Psst.org

In this episode, Hemma and Ellen visit Jennifer Gibson and Rebecca Petras, two of Psst.org’s three co-founders, to discuss Creating Space to Speak Up and the organization’s story.

Together, they discuss revolutionizing whistleblowing by collectivizing information and providing support for insiders in high-risk environments. They also share insights into building trust, the importance of clear reporting channels, and the crucial role of leadership in fostering a culture where people feel comfortable speaking up. This episode explores the challenges faced by whistleblowers, the importance of transparency and accountability within organizations, and the living legacy of Psst.org.

Highlights include:

  • How Building Trust and Safe Spaces for Whistleblowers
  • Challenges in Corporate Whistleblowing Culture
  • The Role of Technology in Whistleblowing
  • Challenges and Solutions in Whistleblowing
  • A Call to Action for Compliance Professionals.

Resources:

https://psst.org/

Biographies

Jennifer Gibson

Co-Founder and Legal Director, Psst.org

Jennifer most recently ran the Whistleblower Protection Program at The Signals Network. She is a US lawyer with over fifteen years of experience investigating, litigating, and advocating for human rights. Previously, Jennifer worked for Reprieve, where she led the organization’s work on extrajudicial killings carried out under the guise of national security. She worked closely with civilian victims of drone strikes in Pakistan, Yemen, Libya, and elsewhere, investigating their cases to secure accountability. Her work involved litigation before both domestic and international courts and public and political advocacy aimed at holding powerful governments and corporations accountable for their abuses. Jennifer has a JD from Stanford University and is barred from California.

Rebecca Petras

Co-founder and Principal Officer, Psst.org

Rebecca has a long career in building start-up non-profits from the ground up. Before Psst, she was the Director of Operations of The Signals Network, handling strategy, development and communications. She previously served as director of the Geneva-based H2H Network, overseeing the network’s inception, strategy, and sustainability and its fund for small humanitarian technical agencies. From 2010 to 2019, she served as deputy director of Translators without Borders (TWB), overseeing global operations of the international NGO, of which she was a founding board member. Before her humanitarian work, Rebecca was a journalist and a marketing executive. She holds an MS from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and a BA in Philosophy and German from the University of Michigan.

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Great Women in Compliance – Roundtable on The Future of Financial Crime Prevention

In this episode of Great Women in Compliance, hosts Dr. Hemma Lomax and Lisa Fine bring together Patricia Marinho and Maria Luisa Signorini to discuss the future of financial crime prevention. The conversation delves into their extensive backgrounds in financial compliance, the role of technology and AI in anti-money laundering (AML) controls, and the challenges and advancements in the field. They also reflect on the importance of human oversight in AI-driven systems and share their visions for the future of AML technology.

Highlights include:

  • A tour of the guest’s deep experience in financial regulation and risk management
  • Key challenges in financial crime detection and prevention
  • The role of innovation and emerging technology in compliance
  • Trust and the expectation of regulators when it comes to AI in financial services
  • Advice for compliance professionals leveraging community and mentorship

 

Biographies

Patricia Marinho is a highly accomplished Executive Global Head of Compliance, legal professional, and senior compliance strategist with over 25 years of experience in regulatory affairs, risk management, and corporate governance across the United States, Latin America, and global markets. She specializes in developing and leading high-impact compliance programs, aligning financial institutions with international regulatory frameworks, and advising executive leadership on governance and risk oversight.

As Executive Global Head of Compliance at Hamilton Reserve Bank (HRB), Patricia is responsible for shaping and implementing the bank’s global compliance strategy to support global growth and ensure adherence to international financial regulations. She is pivotal in positioning HRB for long-term regulatory success and global expansion, working closely with executive leadership to strengthen governance, mitigate risks, and enhance operational resilience.

Maria Luisa Signorini is the Vice President of Global Financial Crimes for Bank of America in Brazil. She has over 30 years of experience as a Legal professional in Litigation, Banking, Asset Management, and Financial Services, having worked for leading players in Brazil’s law firms, banking, and the financial services industry. She started her career as a civil litigator in major Law Firms in São Paulo – Brazil, and afterward transitioned to Compliance, Anti Money Laundering (AML)/Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), fraud, corruption, and bribery Areas. She has extensive knowledge of Brazil’s legal, compliance, and regulatory matters through senior positions in major global financial institutions located in Brazil, such as HSBC, UBS, Western Union, and now Bank of America.

Maria Luisa’s extensive expertise includes supporting the business by defining strategic compliance and reputational risks, having a deep understanding of Brazil’s regulatory environment, having experience working with local regulators, and having strong project coordination and management skills.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite platforms, the Compliance Podcast Network and Corporate Compliance Insights

♥️ Thanks as always to our wonderful #GWIC community for your support. Have an idea or suggestion? Drop a note to Lisa Fine or Hemma Lomax.

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Great Women in Compliance – Insight from a Great Gentleman in Compliance with Andrew McBride

In today’s episode, Lisa speaks with a Great Gentleman in Compliance, Andrew McBride, the CEO and founder of Integrity Bridge.

Andrew shares his journey in compliance, from private practice to becoming Chief Compliance Officer at Albemarle to starting Integrity Bridge.

At Albemarle, Andrew built a new ethics and compliance program against the backdrop of an FCPA investigation. The work of Andrew and his team and their cooperation with the US Department of Justice led to a 45% penalty reduction decrease. The program was also awarded Compliance Week’s “Program of the Year” award.

He highlights the importance of having a multifunctional approach to building compliance programs, working closely with various departments such as sales, procurement, and finance. He also emphasizes how ethics and compliance teams are best positioned to succeed if they have different backgrounds and skill sets.

Andrew shares his experience building Integrity Bridge, a consultancy focused on helping companies design and implement holistic compliance programs to proactively use technology and address constantly evolving risks.

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Great Women in Compliance – The Compliance Playbook: Best Practices for M&A Success

Hear from M&A veterans @Allison Riter of nVent and @Barbara Petitti of Alstom on the importance of having a Compliance Playbook to ensure the success of compliance program integration. From having a seat at the due diligence table to conducting a risk assessment to deciding the best model for #ComplianceProgram integration, this roundtable will discuss these topics and much more.

Listen in here to learn practical tips, red flags, insights, and how to deal with culture clashes from those who have been on the M&A journey.

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Great Women in Compliance – GWIC X Everything Compliance

Welcome to the Great Women in Compliance podcast on the Compliance Podcast Network, sponsored by Corporate Compliance Insights. Today’s episode is a special episode cross-posted with Everything Compliance.

In this episode, host Kristy Grant-Hart joins Everything Compliance panelists Karen Moore and Karen Woody to team up with the Great Women in Compliance regulars Hemma Lomax and Lisa Fine to dissect current issues in the compliance landscape. They look into the implications of the U.S. Constitution’s 10th Amendment on state rights amidst federal executive action, affecting data privacy and ESG regulations. The panel also explores the shifting terrain of DEI programs under recent executive orders, shedding light on both opportunities and challenges for compliance officers in advocating for ethical practices and maintaining organizational morale during these turbulent times, considering the role of the SEC going forward and the current chaos coming out of Washington. The episode concludes with their signature rants and raves, highlighting frustrations and positive notes from the compliance field.

  • Karen Woody on change to require SEC Commission approval to launch investigations.
  • Karen Moore on the importance of the 10th
  • Lisa Fine on morale, destruction, and confusion.
  • Hemma Lomax on change management and employee engagement.
  • Rants and Raves

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Great Women in Compliance – Holiday GWIC – tacular

Happy Holidays from the Great Women in Compliance podcast.  For the last episode of 2024, we wanted to share insights and some holiday cheer.  We all share some of our thoughts about the trends and developments in 2024, and of course, there is a focus on AI.  Sarah brings some news about CCI and their next phase, and Ellen reiterates her ongoing commitment to organizational justice.  We also shared some thoughts about 2025, and Lisa raised the challenges that global organizations will face with the various – and sometimes contradictory – regulations and laws from different countries.  The group shares some of our favorite GWIC moments of the year.

We also answered some pressing questions for the holiday season, including when to start playing holiday music and decorating; spoiler alert, there needed to be more consistency.  We share some of our favorite family holiday traditions, which include everything from listening to the Beach Boys Christmas album and updating a holiday Spotify playlist (Lisa), bringing British traditions for the family (Hemma), opening presents on Christmas Eve, and a chill day (Ellen and Sarah).  There were many laughs, and we offer a huge thank you to all of you, the #GWIC community.  We are so grateful for you all.

See you in 2025.

Thanks, as always, to our sponsor, Corporate Compliance Insights, and our wonderful #GWIC community.  You can join the Great Women in Compliance community on LinkedIn here.