Innovation In Compliance With Tom Fox

Innovation comes in many areas and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. Today, I visited Jeff Grant, a compassionate leader and the founder of a white collar support group, a platform dedicated to assisting individuals prosecuted for white collar crimes and their families. Jeff’s perspective on the importance of such support groups is shaped by his extensive experience going through the full white collar criminal experience, including jail, disbarment, release, and recovery. He has organized over 400 meetings, creating a safe space for individuals to share their experiences and challenges. Jeff views these groups as a vital resource, filling a significant gap in the criminal justice system by providing knowledge, empathy, and compassion to those who have been isolated and stigmatized. His advocacy for the rights and leniency of individuals prosecuted for white collar crimes is driven by his desire to bring their complex human tragedies to light and promote noncustodia

Innovation comes in many forms, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. Today, I visited Dr. Karen Jacobson, a renowned expert in organizational leadership and communication. Dr. Jacobson brings a unique perspective to her work, shaped by her diverse experiences ranging from serving in the military in Israel to running chiropractic offices in New York and Arizona. Dr. Jacobson’s holistic approach to organizational leadership and communication is rooted in her belief that work positioning, repetitive movements, and physical challenges are all interconnected and can impact the overall functioning of an organization. Drawing from her experiences in war, military, healthcare, and even competitive amateur ballroom dancing, she emphasizes the importance of core human connection skills such as conflict reduction, effective communication, and motivation. Her background as a chiropractor also gives her insights into understanding people and their behavior, including habits th

Innovation comes in many forms, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. One of those areas is telehealth and telemedicine. My guest in this episode is Steve Vincze, founder of Trestle Compliance. Steve Vincze is a seasoned professional with a rich background as an in-house corporate commercial compliance lawyer, specializing in building trust and implementing compliance programs in businesses. His perspective on the subject is rooted in the belief that developing a human connection is key to building trust and implementing successful compliance programs. Drawing from his experience, including being recruited by Tap Pharmaceuticals to implement their first compliance program, he emphasizes the importance of modeling the behavior he wants from others and creating an environment where people feel comfortable sharing. He views compliance programs as tools to empower individuals rather than restrict them, and he strives to change the perception of compliance by demonstrat

Innovation comes in many forms, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. One of those areas is telehealth and telemedicine. My guest in this episode is Caroline Shleifer, founder and CEO of RegAsk. Caroline Shleifer is a seasoned professional with a rich background in healthcare, law, and regulatory affairs, boasting a PharmD PhD and a health law degree. Her perspective on "emerging technologies enhancing regulatory intelligence and compliance" is shaped by her extensive experience in the EU, US, and Asia and her role as the founder of RegAsk, a company that leverages technology to address compliance challenges. She believes that technologies such as AI, machine learning, blockchain, and data analytics are revolutionizing regulatory monitoring, enabling faster and more accurate interpretation of regulatory information, and fostering a more proactive approach to compliance. Her goal with RegAsk is to digitize and streamline the regulatory intelligence process, reducing

Innovation comes in many areas and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. One of those areas is telehealth and telemedicine. My guest in this episode is Jag Lamba, founder and CEO of Certa. Jag Lamba, the CEO and founder of Certa, is an engineering expert who has led his team in developing AI tools for streamlining procurement and compliance processes. Lamba's perspective on these tools is that they are a game changer, particularly for non-procurement users who often struggle with navigating new tools and forms. To address this, Certa has integrated an email chat bot for request intake, making the process more user-friendly and familiar. Lamba believes that this approach will result in increased buy-in from business users and improved efficiency in procurement and compliance processes. His dedication to solving real problems with AI sets Certa apart as a leader in the industry. Join Tom Fox and Jag Lamba on this episode of Innovation in Compliance to learn more about La

Innovation comes in many forms, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. One of those areas is telehealth and telemedicine. My guest in this episode is Ed Parcaut, CEO and founder of Lending for Living. Ed Parcaut, a dynamic individual who transitioned from phone sales to a successful real estate radio show host, has a unique perspective on his journey. Parcaut discovered his knack for connecting with people through his voice during his 18-year tenure in phone sales. When presented with the opportunity to host a local talk radio show, he initially questioned the relevance of radio in the digital age, but soon recognized its enduring popularity. He launched his radio show, "Real Estate Jerky," which began as a platform for real estate and mortgage discussions but later expanded to include community topics. Parcaut also recognized the potential of podcasting and began uploading his radio show as a podcast to reach a wider audience. He firmly believes in the power of aud

Innovation comes in many forms, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. One of those areas is telehealth and telemedicine. My guest in this episode is Paul Trulove, CEO at SecureAuth. Paul Trulove is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with a strong background in identity management, currently serving as the CEO of Secure Auth. With 15 years of experience in the field, Trulove is a strong advocate for the evolution towards password-less authentication in cybersecurity. He sees a shift away from traditional username and password authentication towards more secure and user-friendly methods that leverage device-level capabilities and biometrics. Trulove emphasizes the importance of organizations embracing and funding these changes and the need for collaboration across different industries to ensure a comprehensive and secure authentication framework. Join Tom Fox and Paul Trulove on this episode of the Innovation in Compliance podcast to delve deeper into this fascinating t

Innovation comes in many areas and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but embrace it. My guest in this episode is Mohamed Lazzouni, Chief Technology Officer at AWARE. Mohamed Lazzouni, a distinguished individual with a robust background in physics and solid-state physics, currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Aware. Lazzouni firmly believes in the potential of behavioral biometrics to enhance security and compliance, particularly in the financial services industry. He asserts that biometrics can be used to verify customer identities during online transactions, thereby eliminating the need for physical visits to a branch. Furthermore, he sees the analysis of biometric data such as face recognition, voice prints, and fingerprints to ensure the registered identity of a customer is trustworthy. Lazzouni also highlights the role of biometrics in data management and compliance, ensuring that personally identifiable information is collected, stored, and managed securely and in co

Welcome to a special series sponsored by Diligent, where we look down the road at key issues in 2024 and beyond. In this series, I will visit with Nicholas Latham, Renee Murphy, Jessica Czeczuga, Yee Chow, and Alexander Cotoia. Over this series, we will consider compliant communications in regulated industries, managing conflicts of interest at the Board level, the Board’s role in compliance training and communications, navigating the current ESG landscape, and professional growth and mentorship in compliance. In this concluding Part 5, we discuss professional development and mentorship for compliance professionals with Alexander Cotoia. Alex Cotoia is with the Volkov Law Group and has transitioned from a traditional legal background into the compliance arena. He strongly believes in the importance of continuous professional development for compliance professionals, emphasizing the need for mentorship and growth opportunities, particularly for those in leadership positions. Alex’s perspective is shaped by the

Welcome to a special series where we look down the road at key issues in 2024 and beyond, sponsored by Diligent. In this series I will visit with Nicolas Latham, Renee Murphy, Jessica Czeczuga; Yee Chow; and Alexander Cotoia. Over this series, we will consider compliant communications in regulated industries, managing conflicts of interest at the Board level, the Board’s role in compliance training and communications, navigating the current ESG landscape and professional growth and mentorship in compliance. In this Part 4, we navigate the current ESG landscape with Yee Chow. Yee Chow is a seasoned professional in the sustainability space, currently serving as the Director of Solution Engineering and Consulting at Diligent. With over 16 years of experience, Chow has witnessed the evolution of the chief compliance officer's role in ESG compliance. Chow's perspective on this evolution is that it has become a significant and integral part of corporate agendas. Previously, ESG was seen as a side topic for companie

Welcome to a special series sponsored by Diligent, where we look down the road at key issues in 2024 and beyond. In this series, I will visit with Nicholas Latham, Renee Murphy, Jessica Czeczuga, Yee Chow, and Alexander Cotoia. Over this series, we will consider compliant communications in regulated industries, managing conflicts of interest at the Board level, the Board’s role in compliance training and communications, navigating the current ESG landscape, and professional growth and mentorship in compliance. In Part 3, we review the role of a Board of Directors in compliance training and communications with Jessica Czeczuga. Jessica Czeczuga is a seasoned corporate training and compliance professional, currently serving as the Principal Instructional Designer at Diligent. Jessica’s perspective on the importance of Board oversight in corporate training and compliance is shaped by her extensive experience and deep understanding of compliance programs. She emphasizes the crucial role of the Board in setting th

Welcome to a special series sponsored by Diligent, where we look down the road at key issues in 2024 and beyond. In this series, I will visit with Nicholas Latham, Renee Murphy, Jessica Czeczuga, Yee Chow, and Alexander Cotoia. Over this series, we will consider compliant communications in regulated industries, managing conflicts of interest at the Board level, the Board’s role in compliance training and communications, navigating the current ESG landscape, and professional growth and mentorship in compliance. Part 2 considers how an organization can manage conflicts of interest with Renee Murphy on the Board of Directors. Renee Murphy has a rich compliance, governance, and risk management background. Having served as both an internal and external auditor and currently the Chief Evangelist of Diligent, she brings a unique perspective to managing board-level conflicts of interest and implementing ESG practices. Renee believes that conflicts of interest at the board level can have serious implications and empha

Welcome to a special series sponsored by Diligent, where we look down the road at key issues in 2024 and beyond. In this series, I will visit with Nicholas Latham, Renee Murphy, Jessica Czeczuga, Yee Chow, and Alexander Cotoia. Over this series, we will consider compliant communications in regulated industries, managing conflicts of interest at the Board level, the Board’s role in compliance training and communications, navigating the current ESG landscape, and professional growth and mentorship in compliance. In this Part 1, we consider compliant communications in regulated industries with Nicholas Latham. Nicholas Latham is an accounting professional with a strong accounting and risk management background, currently serving as a Client Partner at Diligent Corporation. His perspective on accounting and risk assessment is shaped by his extensive experience in the financial industry, particularly in the collections department of a US bank. Nicholas believes that organizations must implement and adapt framework

Innovation comes in many areas and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but embrace it. One of those areas is telehealth and telemedicine. My guest in this episode is Ann Gynn, a content creator specialist. Ann Gynn is a seasoned content entrepreneur with a rich journalism, marketing, and public relations background, currently serving as the editor at The Tilt and the Creator Content Entrepreneur Expo (CEX). Gynn's perspective on "content entrepreneurship: balancing creation and business operations" is rooted in her belief that content entrepreneurs can build their audience and run their own media companies, independent of traditional mainstream media outlets. She emphasizes the importance of creating content and focusing on the business side of entrepreneurship, such as marketing, growing an audience, and monetizing the content. Gynn believes that many content creators make the mistake of spending too much time on content creation and not enough on marketing and business operations, and

Innovation comes in many areas and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but embrace it. One of those areas is telehealth and telemedicine. My guest in this episode is Igor Volovich, the Vice President of Compliance Strategy at Qmulos. This podcast is sponsored by Qmulos. Igor Volovich brings a unique perspective to the table regarding the importance of executive accountability and proactive risk governance in cybersecurity. Volovich emphasizes the crucial role that executives play in ensuring compliance, controls, and security posture decisions, and criticizes the current model of firing and hiring Chief Information Security Officers as ineffective. He believes that risk governance should be a holistic business function, rather than separate departments handling different types of risks, and encourages boards of directors to question and challenge reports on compliance and risk posture. Drawing from his extensive experience and deep understanding of the field, Volovich advocates for a rea

This week, I have a special five-part podcast series sponsored by Verint on the Future of Communication in Financial Compliance. My guest in this series is Phil Fry, VP and GTM of Financial Compliance Strategy at Verint. Over this series, we will take a deep dive into the current status of communications in financial institutions, how to be or not be compliant, analysis and insight into the area, and how to avoid accentuating the negative and the human element in compliance. In this fifth and final podcast, we look down the road of financial institution communications compliance. Phil Fry, the VP and General Manager of Financial Compliance Strategies at Verint, brings over forty years of experience in the financial compliance industry and a deep understanding of the challenges financial firms face in adhering to regulations amidst evolving communication modes. He has a rich background in supporting a global trading floor, giving him a unique perspective on data loss and compliance challenges. His perspective

This week, I have a special five-part podcast series sponsored by Verint on the Future of Communication in Financial Compliance. My guest in this series is Phil Fry, VP and GTM of Financial Compliance Strategy at Verint. Over this series, we will take a deep dive into the current status of communications in financial institutions, how to be or not be compliant, analysis and insight into the area, and how to avoid accentuating the negative and the human element in compliance. In this fourth podcast, we ask if you must accentuate the negative. Phil Fry, the VP and General Manager of Financial Compliance Strategies at Verint, brings over forty years of experience in the financial compliance industry and a deep understanding of the challenges financial firms face in adhering to regulations amidst evolving communication modes. He specializes in the voice regulatory compliance capture world, particularly emphasizing the financial industry. He firmly believes in the importance of data quality in financial industry c

This week, I have a special five-part podcast series sponsored by Verint on the Future of Communication in Financial Compliance. My guest in this series is Phil Fry, VP and GTM of Financial Compliance Strategy at Verint. Over this series, we will take a deep dive into the current status of communications in financial institutions, how to be or not be compliant, analysis and insight into the area, and how to avoid accentuating the negative and the human element in compliance. In this third podcast, we take a deep dive into data analysis and insights. Phil Fry, the VP and General Manager of Financial Compliance Strategies at Verint, brings over forty years of experience in the financial compliance industry and a deep understanding of the challenges financial firms face in adhering to regulations amidst evolving communication modes. He specializes in enhancing surveillance systems through data analysis and risk management. His perspective on this topic is shaped by his commitment to bridging the gap between what

This week, I have a special five-part podcast series sponsored by Verint on the Future of Communication in Financial Compliance. My guest in this series is Phil Fry, VP and GTM of Financial Compliance Strategy at Verint. Over this series, we will take a deep dive into the current status of communications in financial institutions, how to be or not be compliant, analysis and insight into the area, and how to avoid accentuating the negative and the human element in compliance. In this second podcast, we consider how to be compliant. Phil Fry, the VP and General Manager of Financial Compliance Strategies at Verint, brings over forty years of experience in the financial compliance industry and a deep understanding of the challenges financial firms face in adhering to regulations amidst evolving communication modes. He believes the shift towards these models has increased the need for digital compliance solutions, as communication and collaboration have become predominantly digital. Fry emphasizes the importance o

This week, I have a special five-part podcast series sponsored by Verint on the Future of Communication in Financial Compliance. My guest in this series is Phil Fry, VP and GTM of Financial Compliance Strategy at Verint. Over this series, we will take a deep dive into the current status of communications in financial institutions, how to be or not be compliant, analysis and insight into the area, and how to avoid accentuating the negative and the human element in compliance. This first podcast considers the current communications status in financial institutions. Phil Fry, the VP and General Manager of Financial Compliance Strategies at Verint, brings over forty years of experience in the financial compliance industry and a deep understanding of the challenges financial firms face in adhering to regulations amidst evolving communication modes. Fry’s perspective on “adapting financial compliance solutions to evolving communication modes” is shaped by the significant transformations in the financial compliance