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Today we're tackling a topic that sits at the uncomfortable intersection of finance and human suffering: human trafficking. Every year, forced labour generates hundreds of billions of dollars in illegal profits and much of that money passes through the very systems our industry is built to protect. Which means the people sitting in compliance, fraud and financial crime teams aren't just guarding against loss. In cases like this, they're often the first line standing between a trafficking network and the people it exploits. In this episode, 'Tracing Trafficking Through the Financial System,' Kimberley Cole is joined by two guests who see this problem from very different vantage points. Archana Kotecha has spent years working directly with trafficking survivors across South East Asia, and now trains financial institutions on what trafficking actually looks like on the ground. And Anurag Mohapatra of NICE Actimize brings the strategic, industry-wide view on how detection technology and typologies are evolving to keep pace. Together, we'll talk about what red flags really mean, why major global events like the 2026 World Cup raise the stakes, and what it actually takes to turn a suspicious activity report into a rescue.
During our discussion we'll refence some of the findings in the Nice Actimize: The NICE Actimize Human Trafficking Investigative and Response Guide: World Cup 2026 https://resources.niceactimize.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Human-Trafficking-Investigative-and-Response-Guide-World-Cup-2026-Final.pdf
In a 21st-century knowledge economy where tech valuations eclipse physical industrial giants, traditional accounting frameworks like IAS 38 are struggling to reflect what actually drives modern corporate value. In this episode of Risky Women Radio, host Kimberley Cole sits down with strategic advisor, researcher, and governance expert Katrin Gülden Le Maire. Bringing a rare interdisciplinary lens spanning finance, tech, ESG, and philosophy, Katrin unpacks why intangible assets—from human relationships and talent to organisational trust—require a radical rethink in governance. Together, they explore why relying purely on quantitative algorithms misses the mark, how AI is reshaping human connective labour, and why courageous business leaders must take charge of defining social capital before regulators do it for them.
Shownotes 02:03 – From Inner-City Outreach to Private Jets: Katrin's Multidisciplinary Journey 05:51 – Principles vs. Preferences: Turning Down Corporate Mandates for Values 11:40 – Systems Thinking: Applying Cybernetics to Interconnected Business Networks 15:47 – The Knowledge Economy & The Outdated Limits of IAS 38 Accounting 23:06 – Defining Social Capital: Balancing Economic & Sociological Perspectives 27:44 – Why Business Leaders—Not Regulators—Must Drive the Social Capital Debate 38:00 – Practical Exercise: A Two-Page Challenge for Boards and Executive Leaders
Welcome back to Risky Women Radio, near the midpoint of 2026. If you've spent the last few months celebrating whispered promises of regulatory "simplification" and a "lighter supervisory touch," we hate to ruin the party—but you're likely basking in false comfort.
In this fourth annual check-in, host Kimberley Cole reunites with Protiviti's compliance vanguards, Carol Beaumier and Bernadine Reese, to deliver a healthy dose of reality to the mid-year compliance calendar. As it turns out, tech fragmentation, AI implementations, and financial crime networks don't magically slow down just because a regulator changes their tone. Our guests pull back the curtain on why treating a drop in regulatory intensity as an invite to slash budgets is a massive trap , why your traditional siloed compliance stack is buckling under the weight of interconnected risks , and why the ultimate compliance hazard of 2026 might just be demanding high-quality executive judgment from a thoroughly exhausted, under-resourced team.
Shownotes 02:18 – The Illusion of the Lighter Touch and Risk Recalibration 06:03 – The Connected Compliance Stack: Why Silos Fail in 2026 10:11 – The Accountability Reset: Surviving the Next Regulatory U-Turn 11:58 – The Big Five: From Production-Line AI to Talent Fatigue 19:56 – Five Practical Actions for the H2 2026 Planning Reset
Welcome to another Book Club edition! In this episode, host Kimberley Cole sits down with Penny Cagan, industry veteran, academic at Columbia and NYU, and author of Managing Operational Risk in a Changing World. From navigating the "heady days" of Basel II in the immediate aftermath of Nick Leeson's Barings debacle to building the world's first operational risk database, Penny has spent her career gently exploding conventional thinking. She joins us to discuss why change initiatives fail when you only convince the C-suite, why the second line of defence needs to stop acting like an armchair referee, and how treating AI agents like messy human employees is the key to modern governance.
Shownotes 02:06 – The Nick Leeson Effect & Defining Operational Risk 04:14 – The RCSA Overhaul: A Painful Lesson in Bottom-Up Trust 08:10 – The Quantitative Love Affair vs. Old-Fashioned Management 11:04 – Peddling FIRST: Building the Industry's First Risk Database 17:48 – The Changing World: Reshaping the Operating Model 29:09 – Agentic AI: Why Robots Need an Employee Handbook
Welcome to another Risky Women Radio Book Club Edition. In an era dominated by rapid AI disruption, intensifying social scrutiny, and relentless geopolitical shifts, compliance can no longer be treated as a mere back-office box-checking exercise. In this episode, host Kimberley Cole sits down with Natalie McManus-Barnett, co-author of How to Be a Chief Compliance Officer and founder of Innovate Compliance. Shifting the narrative away from dry, bureaucratic policy-pushing, Natalie brings a refreshing dose of "polite disruption" to the table. She shares her "Jungle Gym" journey from the Financial Conduct Authority to Citibank, introducing a masterclass on how to weave compliance directly into the DNA of corporate strategy, execution, and culture to turn risk management into a genuine competitive advantage.
Welcome to Risky Women Radio, the podcast that spotlights the bold, brilliant women leading change across risk, compliance, and governance. In an era where "uncertainty" has been upgraded from a buzzword to a permanent state of being, we sit down with the leaders who navigate the chaos so the rest of us can sleep at night.
In this episode, Zhiyun Nai, Managing Director at Protiviti, is joined by Jean Chung, Chief Compliance Officer for Hong Kong, Greater China, and North Asia at Standard Chartered Bank.
Jean is a veteran of the compliance world who has spent over two decades bridging the gap between policy and purpose. From setting international standards in Singapore to advising the Korea FIU on crypto assets, Jean has seen it all. She joins us to discuss the "80/20 rule" of global regulation, why AI might actually make her team's lives better (rather than just replacing them), and how the definition of leadership has evolved from "don't be too soft" to "empathy is your superpower".
SHOWNOTES 2:19 – The Global Commonality Myth 5:48 – AI as the Ultimate Intern 13:08 – Innovation vs. The Deepfake Arms Race 23:31 – The Evolution of "Soft" Leadership 26:15 – Taking the Leap of Faith
Meet Laura Ferrara, Amplifon's Global Chief Internal Audit & Risk Management Officer — part risk detective, part people‑connector, and full‑time hearing‑care champion. With a career that moved from PwC to telecoms, energy and rail before landing in hearing health, Laura turns dashboards into conversations, spreadsheets into strategy, and risk into opportunity. Tune in for practical tips on integrated risk, agile governance, and why a good risk manager is a superbly organised translator (and occasional diplomat) for the boardroom.
SHOW NOTES 01:06 Laura's Career Journey: From PwC to Amplifon 02:38 Amplifon Overview: Hearing Care at Scale 07:32 Integrated Risk Management: Process and Practice 09:15 Embedding Engagement: Bottom‑Up Risk Assessments 12:03 Future Risks and Advice for Aspiring Risk Professionals
Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/03/podcast-s9e7-beyond-compliance-with-laura-ferrara/
This International Women's Day, meet Kate Jones, the CEO of the Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum, where she's been busy turning regulation into a superhero for innovation! With a background rich in international law and human rights, Kate brings a unique perspective to the digital landscape. She's tackled everything from aviation to human rights and is now ensuring that tech evolves responsibly. Join us as she shares her fascinating journey, how collaboration can drive innovation, and why the future of regulation should be about embracing creativity, not stifling it!
SHOW NOTES02:52 Overview of the Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum (DRCF) 04:41 Kate's Career Journey: From Diplomacy to Digital Regulation 07:00 Taking Risks: Key Moments in Kate's Career 20:49 The Role of Regulation in Enabling Innovation 32:21 The Future of Tech Governance and Challenges Ahead
Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/03/podcast-s9e6-digital-regulation-with-kate-jones/
Meet Kim Jablonski, the former Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer at Bristol Myers Squibb, where she navigated the complex world of pharmaceutical ethics. With nearly her entire career at this global giant, Kim juggled legal challenges, corporate responsibilities, and raising three kids. Join us as she shares her journey, insightful lessons, and why ethical decision-making is more than just a checklist—sometimes, it's a bit of a balancing act!
SHOW NOTES 00:44 Career Journey: From Law to Compliance Leadership 04:33 Creating Impact in Compliance and Ethics 07:32 Emphasising Good Decision-Making Practices 13:01 Navigating Challenges in the Biopharma Industry 22:21 Innovations and Cultural Insights in Global Teams
Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/02/podcast-s9e5-leading-with-integrity-in-pharma-and-at-home-kim-jablonski/
Meet Lucy Morley, our latest winner from the Risky Women Write competition! As the co-founder of Tint Financial Services, Lucy is transforming the world of cross-border trade finance for SMEs—no small feat! With a background in Classical Studies, she's here to prove that understanding the Romans can give you the upper hand in risk management. Lucy's journey has taken her from leveraged finance at major banks to the exhilarating chaos of startups. Join us as she shares how lessons from Greek myths apply to modern governance and why sometimes, keeping a keen eye on those Achilles' heels can save the day!
SHOW NOTES 01:54 Career Background and Lessons Learned 12:31 Power Sharing: Lessons from Zeus 14:38 Innovation Risks: Insights from Pandora's Box 16:49 Boundary Pushing: The Icarus Principle 19:27 Identifying Vulnerabilities: The Achilles' Heel and Beyond
Get transcript and read her winning article: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/02/podcast-s9e4-greeks-romans-risk-management-with-lucy-morley/
Meet Roosa Rosti, our latest Risky Women Write competition winner! With a master's degree in data protection and privacy law, Roosa is a senior consultant at Deloitte, where she navigates the wild world of AI and internet regulation. She's not just a risk management guru; she's also a wellness enthusiast who's passionate about femtech. Think of her as the superhero fighting to ensure that women's health tech doesn't just dress up old biases with shiny new algorithms. Join us as she shares her journey, her insights on ethical AI, and why mentoring the next generation is her true superpower!
SHOW NOTES 01:11 Roosa's Career Journey: From Law to Deloitte 02:48 Navigating Challenges: The Decision to Return to Education 04:08 Building a Culture of Mentorship 08:35 Femtech: Navigating Opportunities and Risks 14:04 Implementing Governance by Design
Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/02/podcast-s9e3-female-oversight-with-roosa-rosti/
Listen in to our guest Sabrina Segal the winner of the Risky Women Write competition and a globe-trotting risk management expert. With over 20 years of experience as a licensed attorney and Certified Fraud Examiner, Sabrina's career spans multiple countries and sectors, including humanitarian work and compliance. Currently rocking it from Rwanda, she's shaking up traditional practices, even penning an obituary for the outdated risk matrix. Get ready for insights, laughs, and Sabrina's innovative takes on the world of risk!
SHOW NOTES 01:43 The Risk Collaborative: Transforming Nonprofit Risk Management 04:31 Sabrina's Global Career Path in Risk and Compliance 09:11 Objective-Centered Risk Management: A Game Changer 20:00 Using Humor to Demystify Risk Management 36:27 Critiquing the Risk Matrix and Three Lines of Defense
Transcript and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/01/podcast-s9e2-obituary-for-the-risk-matrix-with-sabrina-segal/
Dive into top compliance priorities for 2026 - the most unpredictable year yet - with our latest episode, where we explore the evolving landscape of regulatory priorities. Join Kimberley Cole and industry experts Bernadine Reese and Carol Beaumier from Protiviti as they unpack the complexities of compliance in an unpredictable environment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the challenges of governance, risk, and compliance.
SHOW NOTES 00:01 2026 Compliance Landscape 02:06 Reflecting on 2025 Predictions 03:41 Unpredictability in Regulation 13:49 Building Trust and Ethical Decision-Making 18:58 The Role of Technology in Compliance 21:11 Q Day & Other Hot Takes
Transcript and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2026/01/podcast-s9e1-compliance-priorities-for-2026/
Meet Susannah Hammond, a trailblazer in governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) with over 30 years of experience in financial services and technology. A chartered accountant and a distinguished fellow of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment, Susannah is a powerful voice in her field.
As the recent winner of the Risky Women Write competition, her groundbreaking article on embedded supervision is set to revolutionize compliance. She champions a bold vision where regulators gain direct access to firms' systems, transforming the regulatory landscape into a more efficient and collaborative process. With her insights, Susannah is paving the way for a future where technology enhances compliance, saves costs, and builds trust—an evolution that could change the game for GRC forever!
SHOW NOTES01:32 Career Journey 10:48 Embedded Supervision and Its Potential 16:07 Data Governance and AI in Compliance 21:02 Chat Bankman-Fried? 25:36 Predictions and Future of GRC
Get transcripts, links, and read her winning article: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/12/podcast-s8e14-embedded-supervision-with-susannah-hammond/
Risky Women, the global network dedicated to connecting, celebrating and championing women in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) today announced an affiliate partnership with SoftSkillingIt to deliver its online training programme to the emerging and established risk and compliance workforce.
This course is designed to address the growing need to equip individuals at all career stages with essential soft skills -aka human skills and professional skills - for personal development and professional growth.
In an era defined by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and automation, the demand for uniquely human attributes such as critical thinking, problem-solving, emotional intelligence, adaptability, communication, and collaboration has surged.
Christine Lowthian, Head of Regulatory Compliance at HSBC, on her career journey, the importance of seizing opportunities and building a supportive network. She highlights her experience leading global teams, particularly in commercial banking and the U.S., and the challenges of managing multicultural teams. Lowthian stresses the role of technology, particularly AI, in enhancing compliance efficiency but noted the need for clean data. She advises aspiring leaders to embrace opportunities, maintain open communication with boards and regulators, and focus on strategic thinking and continuous improvement.
SHOW NOTES 02:12 Career Journey 05:46 Leading Global Teams 08:50 Managing Multicultural Teams 16:27 Skills for the Compliance Officer of the Future 17:57 Engaging with Boards and Regulators 26:29 Handling Challenging Personalities 29:05 Advice for Women Starting Out
Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/11/podcast-s813-leading-global-teams-managing-with-impact-christine-lowthian/
Today we're launching Risky Women Academy, where we empower women in governance, risk, and compliance to advance in their careers! I'm Kimberley Cole, and I'm excited to share that we offer a range of courses from various providers, covering everything from trade and industry topics to essential soft skills.
Bringing you new ways to learn from experts in the GRC industry, you'll also find discounts and special offers on courses right here. Discover the tools and knowledge you need to excel in your career! Check out Risky Women Academy now and be part of a community that champions your success.
Are you part of an organization eager to showcase your valuable content? We invite you to collaborate with us! Reach out at info@riskywomen.org to explore how we can elevate the conversation together.
Let's keep building on our super powers for even greater success!
In this episode, we demystify the often misunderstood world of surveillance in financial services with Emily Wright, a leading expert in compliance and risk management. Emily breaks down the complexities of employee surveillance, highlighting its real value beyond mere compliance theater. She emphasizes the critical role of human behavior in shaping effective risk management strategies. Join us as we explore how understanding these dynamics can transform your organization's approach to surveillance and foster a culture of integrity and accountability.
SHOW NOTES01:25 Career Journey 08:18 Behind the Screens Book 11:43 Obstacles for Trade Surveillance 14:11 Changes for Comms Surveillance 17:35 Technology & AI Influences 22:42 Do the 3 Lines of Defense Hold?
Financial journalist Gemma Boothroyd joins us to discuss her groundbreaking book in the works, The Hidden Risk Economy. Challenging the stereotype that women are risk-averse, Gemma reveals how women not only invest better than men but also face systemic barriers in the financial landscape. With insights on the $600 billion gender investing gap and the potential impact of a $50 trillion horizontal wealth transfer to women, she sheds light on women's risk intelligence in entrepreneurship and whistleblowing. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that redefines risk!
SHOW NOTES 00:25 Career Journey 01:49 Challenging Risk Aversion Myths 04:30 The Gender Investing Gap 08:33 Recognizing Women's Risk Intelligence 10:58 The Impact of Women in Leadership 32:11 The Horizontal Wealth Transfer
Jodie Arthur and Melissa Stewart are non-executive directors at ICMEC Australia. ICMEC combats online child sexual exploitation, collaborating with financial services, law enforcement, and other stakeholders. Jodie discusses the systemic issue of child exploitation and the importance of collective action and compliance by design. Melissa emphasizes the interconnectedness of child exploitation and modern slavery, advocating for integrated ESG frameworks and collaboration with tech companies. They highlight ICMEC's Lighthouse project, which transforms global data into actionable insights for banks to detect and disrupt child sexual exploitation.
SHOW NOTES01:24 Career Journey 13:52 Role of ICMEC and Its Focus 18:07 Intersection of Child Sexual Exploitation and Financial Services 28:10 Best Practices and Collaboration 31:52 Final Advice for GRC Professionals
Get Transcript and Resources: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/07/podcast-s8e10-business-leadership-in-preventing-child-sexual-exploitation/
Kimberley Cole welcomes the dynamic duo of Carol Beaumier and Bernadine Reese from Protiviti for an engaging mid-year check-in on compliance predictions for 2025. With the ever-evolving landscape of risk regulation, they dive into pressing topics like the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, the complexities of financial crime, and the importance of operational resilience. Get ready for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable perspectives on navigating the challenges of the industry!
SHOW NOTES 00:24 Mid-Year Check-In on 2025 Compliance Predictions 08:48 Regulatory Simplification & Resourcing 13:54 ESG Slows 21:33 Regulatory Fragmentation 23:55 AI as a Game Changer 29:05 Culture and Conduct 30:17 Peripheral Vision and Future Predictions
Zoë Newman, Regional Managing Director, EMEA and Global Co-Head of the Financial Investigations Practice at Kroll, discussed her 25-year career at the firm, focusing on complex fraud investigations in emerging markets. She highlighted the rise of organized crime using AI and social engineering to target corporates, emphasizing the need for better employee training and data monitoring. Newman noted the growing importance of supply chain risk, bribery and corruption, and culture investigations.
SHOW NOTES 01:16 Career Journey 14:40 Evolution & Challenges in Corporate Fraud 25:45 Trends & Opportunities in Corporate Investigations 30:48 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
Kimberley Cole hosts David Pope to discuss his journey from BBC to founding All Voice Talent, offering voice and presence training. Pope emphasizes the importance of recording your voice to build confidence and improve communication skills. He highlights techniques like breathing and practical exercises to enhance voice projection and clarity. Pope also shares insights on overcoming public speaking fears and the significance of authenticity and engagement in high-stakes presentations, including panels and video recordings. He encourages everyone to embrace public speaking opportunities to advance their careers.
SHOW NOTES00:24 Career Journey 06:44 Changing Your Relationship with Your Voice 09:06 From Doubt to Confidence 11:46 Impactful Communication Techniques 19:48 Effective Panel Participation & Moderation 29:45 Overcoming Public Speaking Fear 35:38 Final Takeaways
In this episode of Risky Women Radio, Dame Inga Beale discusses her transformative leadership at Lloyd's of London, where she introduced technology to modernize the 325-year-old company. She emphasizes the importance of agility, resilience, and listening in leadership. Beale also reflects on her career trajectory, highlighting the impact of early promotions and the challenges of gender biases. She advises young women to focus on performance, image, and exposure to succeed in business. Beale underscores the need for organizations to listen to their employees and set measurable targets to drive progress.
SHOW NOTES02:06 Challenges in Company Transformation 05:43 Agile Approach to Transformation 07:44 Leadership Skills for Transformation 11:36 Future Leadership Skills 16:18 Handling Biases in the Workplace 22:27 Advice for Young Women Aspiring to Leadership Roles
Rhea Sharma, winner of the Risky Women Write competition, discussed the human costs of offshoring GRC functions. She highlighted the disparity in pay between offshore and onshore employees, noting that offshore employees often face an illusion of progress. Rhea emphasized the need for fair pay, transparency, and inclusion in offshoring practices. She also shared her background, including her work with Women's Lantern, a charity supporting South East Asian women, and her ongoing education. Rhea advocated for decentralized finance and its potential to address global cybersecurity issues, citing regulatory reforms in Australia, Singapore, and India.
SHOW NOTES 00:24 Feedback on Rhea's Article 04:36 Career Journey 07:36 Aligning Values with Work 19:46 Challenges of Offshoring and Brain Drain 25:52 Practical Steps for Ethical Offshoring 31:49 Future Innovations and Recommendations
Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/05/podcast-s8e5-offshoring-grc-functions-the-human-reality/
Kimberley Cole interviews Elaine Mullan, Head of Marketing and Business Development at Corlytics, about her career journey and role. Elaine discusses her transition from fashion design to marketing in the FinTech and RegTech sectors, her passion for mentoring women in tech, and her involvement in the Risky Women Write competition, where she won for her article on GRC through the lens of pop culture. Elaine emphasizes the importance of diversity in GRC, the impact of AI on compliance, and the need for more women's voices in the industry. She also shares her experiences with networking and the challenges of balancing early and late-stage careers.
SHOW NOTES01:12 Career Journey 05:45 Role at Corlytics and Industry Insights 08:16 Advocacy for Women in Tech 14:58 Elaine's Article on GRC and Pop Culture 20:40 Diversity and Innovation in the Industry
Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/04/podcast-s8e4-how-hollywood-turns-grc-into-a-story-worth-telling/
Kim Chandler McDonald, co-founder and CEO of 3 Steps Data and Global VP of CyAN, discusses her diverse career journey from theater to tech, emphasizing her advocacy for democratizing technology and combating technology-facilitated domestic violence. She highlights the importance of end-to-end encryption for data security and privacy. Kim shares her experiences, including interviewing global leaders and becoming an emergency forest firefighter. She advocates for proactive compliance and robust risk strategies to protect vulnerable users.
SHOW NOTES 00:23 Career Journey 06:59 Advocacy and End-to-End Encryption 12:58 Technology-Facilitated Domestic Violence 26:11 CyAN's Role in Cybersecurity 28:48 Future Innovations and Recommendations
Dive into the extensive experience, background and knowledge of a 25-year veteran of the Risk industry. Learn from author and former Chief Risk Officer Jennifer Geary as she gives a 60-minute taster of her new online course, “How to be a Chief Risk Officer”.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- The personality traits of a good CRO – and some red flags too.
- How Culture, Strategy and Execution underpin the CRO role.
- The pyramid of risks and the top 20 risks facing most organisations.
- How to go from Good to Great in risk management.
Jackie Sanz, Protiviti's Managing Director in the Risk & Compliance Solution, hosts Risky Women Radio, featuring Naomi Bartlett and Natasha Anzik discussing AI's role in risk management. Naomi, from IGM Financial, highlights the challenges of balancing regulatory changes, team development, and AI adoption. Natasha, from Wealthsimple, emphasizes the need for speed, stakeholder trust, and adaptability. Both discuss AI's impact on customer support, financial advising, and compliance, including AML and privacy. They stress the importance of governance, risk-averse strategies, and leveraging AI for thematic analysis and automation to enhance efficiency and risk management.
SHOW NOTES
02:50 Challenges in Managing Risk 08:40 Impact of Post-Pandemic Technology Adoption 16:15 Naomi's Perspective on AI Use Cases and Governance 23:15 Building a Risk-Disciplined Strategy 31:39 Future Value of AI in Second Line Practices
Get Transcript and more compliance content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/03/podcast-s8e2-adoption-of-ai-to-support-2nd-line-functions/
Kimberley Cole hosts Risky Women Radio with guests Carol Beaumier and Bernadine Reese to discuss the top compliance issues in 2025. They reflect on 2024, highlighting the impact of US Supreme Court decisions on regulatory authority and a UK court ruling on discretionary commissions. They discuss the importance of AI in compliance, the need for dynamic risk assessments, and the challenges of global alignment on regulations. Key priorities for 2025 include AI, financial crime, operational resilience, and third-party risk management. They emphasize the importance of leveraging technology, ongoing training, and focusing on outcomes to improve compliance effectiveness.
SHOW NOTES
04:42 Review of 2024 Compliance Developments 11:17 2025 Compliance Priorities and Regional Views 17:12 Unique Considerations for Compliance Organizations 24:21 Regional Challenges and Horizon Scanning 29:20 Final Recommendations for Compliance Departments
Do you reach for an afternoon sugar snack as a “pick-me-up”? Or drink a coffee to push through the 4pm slump?
What you eat directly impacts how you think, feel, and perform—every meal is an opportunity to fuel your energy and your best self.
In this interactive workshop, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach Holly Rudge will guide you through simple nutrition hacks to boost your energy and focus. Drawing from her own journey from burnout to balance during her time at Bloomberg and Thomson Reuters, Holly will share actionable insights into the powerful connection between gut health, nutrition, and physical wellbeing.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- The Gut-Brain connection: How digestion impacts energy, mood, and focus
- Foods that reduce stress and promote calm
- Fueling your body with foods that sustain energy and beat the afternoon slump
- Stabilising blood sugar levels to kick sugar cravings and stress eating
- Practical tips for meal planning and eating healthy on the go
In this episode Jo Shoppee, Head of Operational Risk - Technology at ANZ Bank, shares her unexpected journey into risk management, from a teller at ANZ to technology risk specialist. Jo discusses the challenges of balancing career and family, advocating for part-time roles for senior leaders. She emphasizes the importance of compassion and understanding in risk management, particularly in the three lines of defense model. She notes the shift towards data-driven risk management and the need to stay outcome-focused. She also discusses the top risks in the financial industry, including geopolitical risks, emerging technologies, and energy security.
Jo Shoppee: Jo is a commercially focused risk executive with extensive technology and finance sector experience, deep expertise in technology risk management, and a track record for building effective and trusted relationships. Jo worked extensively across Europe in her time with General Electric, and has recently returned to ANZ, where her technology career first started, where she is the head of operational risk management for the Group Technology Division.
Jane Tumurbaatar: Jane is a Director at Protiviti with over 12 years’ experience in professional services. She has broad expertise across first, second and third lines of defence of risk management in financial services, government, and corporate organisations. Her experience extends to risk transformation, change management and remediation.
SHOW NOTES 02:14 Career Journey 05:05 Challenges and Achievements 08:39 Role of Compassion in Risk Management 11:05 Keeping Up with Technology in Risk Management 14:19 Changes in Risk Management Approaches 21:54 Leadership Style Evolution 33:41 Importance of Diversity in Decision Making
Transcript and More GRC Content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2024/12/podcast-s7e8-driving-tech-innovation-in-risk-management-jo-shoppee/
Kimberley Cole interviews Anna Mazzone, VP of Risk Security and ESG at ServiceNow, about her career and the digitization of enterprise and governance programs. Mazzone discusses her journey from Bank of America to Reuters, SuperDerivatives, and Markit, highlighting her role in building the KYC managed service. She explains ServiceNow's platform, which integrates data from various enterprise functions to enhance decision-making. Mazzone emphasizes the importance of digitizing enterprise processes, understanding third-party risks, and implementing AI governance. She advises focusing on people, quick wins, and strategic partnerships to drive successful change and improve operational resilience.
SHOW NOTES03:09 Career journey 10:08 What is ServiceNow 14:19 Creating Impact 21:38 Digitizing the Enterprise and Governance Programs 33:30 Opportunities and Challenges in GRC 40:48 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
More great risk content and transcript: https://www.riskywomen.org/2024/10/podcast-s7e7-digitizing-enterprise-governance-programs-anna-mazzone/
Kimberley Cole discusses the critical issue of child sexual exploitation and abuse with Bindu Sharma and Taura Edgar. Bindu, VP at ICMEC, highlights the evolving nature of child sexual abuse, including the rise of live streaming, sextortion, and new payment pathways. Taura, founder of TALK Hong Kong, emphasizes the need for evidence-based responses and data-driven decision-making in child protection. They discuss the role of financial institutions in combating child sexual exploitation, the importance of collaboration, and the need for better data and research to understand the true cost of child sexual abuse.
SHOW NOTES03:16 Bindu Sharma's Career Journey and Role at ICMEC 04:44 Challenges and Evolution of Child Sexual Exploitation 08:29 Impact of Financial Coalition Against Child Sexual Exploitation 15:38 Taura Edgar's Journey and Focus on Intra-Family Abuse 24:29 Key Challenges and Solutions in Child Sexual Abuse Prevention 27:07 Financial Industry's Role in Combating Child Sexual Exploitation 31:29 Collaboration and Industry-Wide Efforts
Transcript and more risk management content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2024/09/podcast-s7e6-how-financial-industry-can-protect-children-with-sharma-edgar/
Lyndee Fletcher, President of Vcheck Global, and Kimberley Cole discussed the need for a human-led technology-enabled approach to mitigate risks in reputational due diligence. They emphasize the importance of balancing open source and human intelligence, continuous monitoring, identity verification, and reusable credentials. Lyndee also discusses leadership strategies and team building, highlighting the importance of setting a clear vision, enabling team members to capitalize on their strengths, and taking calculated risks.
SHOW NOTES02:12 Career Journey04:28 Leadership & Team Building 12:16 Reputational Due Diligence & Common Misconceptions 15:52 AI & Technology in the Industry 26:49 Rants & Revelations
Transcript and more great Risk Management content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2024/08/podcast-s7e5-reputational-due-diligence-with-lyndee-fletcher/
In this episode of Protiviti's Risky Women podcast, Jenny Wong, a managing director in Protiviti’s Hong Kong office, speaks with Gayle Lacey, Chief Risk Officer at HSBC China.
Jenny and Gayle discuss:
- The top risks anticipated for financial services in 2024, including interest rate changes, economic conditions, regulatory scrutiny, cyber threats and third-party risks
- The challenges posed by evolving global ESG standards and how to balance risk management with the pursuit of innovation
- The role of AI and cross-functional collaboration in sharing future risk management strategies
Listen to the podcast as we explore Gayle’s career journey in risk management and learn about the experiences that have been instrumental in her professional growth. Gain insights into her predictions about significant risks facing financial services 10 years from now and essential skills for future CROs.
SHOW NOTES
01:49 Career Journey02:51 Defining Moment in Career 04:05 Adapting During Disruption 22:45 Future of Risk & Compliance 28:58 Qualities of Successful CROs 29:36 Priorities Going Forward
Risk management and compliance are crucial for successful business outcomes, according to Helena Frumson. In this episode she emphasizes that building trust means building revenue, and the need to take calculated risks and embrace opportunities for growth, while also managing potential risks. She also discusses career development strategies, including finding inspiration and remaining positive in uncertain times. And more on the importance of learning to say yes and no with intention!
With 25 years in international leadership, Helena Frumson excels in scaling organizations and crafting impactful business cases. Trusted by CEOs and investment funds, she drives strategic decisions and fosters growth through alliances. Passionate about commerce, innovation, and teamwork, Helena’s expertise spans finance, education, and fashion.
SHOW NOTES
03:02 Career journey 11:24 Healthy boundaries create trust 14:04 Sell the value of Risk & Compliance in times of peace 15:22 What is success? 18:15 Key attributes & career opportunities 23:33 Is empowerment coming soon? 25:55 Rants & Revelations
Get transcripts and more great Risk Management content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2024/08/podcast-s7e3-risk-management-is-a-revenue-enabler-helena-frumson/
In this episode of Protiviti's Risky Women podcast series, Ghislaine Entwisle, Managing Director of the Australia Technology Consulting and Business Performance Improvement practice, speaks with Gloria Yuen, Head of Regulatory Enablement and Delivery at National Australia Bank.
Ghislaine and Gloria discuss:
- The importance of embracing change and leaning into discomfort as drivers for personal and professional growth
- The crucial role risk professionals play in shaping and adapting to our dynamic landscape, highlighting a career filled with opportunities for influence and fulfillment
- The evolution of compliance functions in response to technological advancements such as digital growth and AI, emphasizing the need to optimize resources while maintaining excellence for substantial organizational impact.
This insightful dialogue delves into Gloria’s career trajectory, enthusiasm for risk management, inspiring figures, and perspectives on the evolving domain of risk and compliance. It also highlights her commitment to driving social, financial and economic inclusion for underrepresented and marginalized communities.
Tune in to gain invaluable insights on mastering risk management with purpose.
SHOW NOTES02:38 Career Journey16:06 Leaning into Discomfort 22:45 What's coming for Risk & Compliance in the Next 5-10 Years 28:58 Important Traits of CROs 29:36 Top Priorities for the Year Ahead
In this episode of Risky Women Radio, host Kimberley Cole kicks off Series 7 by discussing the predictions for 2024 in the field of risk regulation and compliance. She is joined by Carol Beaumier and Bernadine Reese from Protiviti, who share their insights on the compliance environment over the past decade and the evolving role of the Chief Compliance Officer.
They highlight the key priorities for 2024, including the need for proactive risk assessment, horizon scanning, managing digital risks, effective compliance monitoring, and adapting to changing resourcing needs. The discussion emphasizes the importance of staying ahead of emerging issues and adopting a holistic approach to compliance in order to navigate the external and internal challenges that lie ahead. This episode provides valuable insights for risk and compliance professionals to effectively address the evolving compliance landscape in the year ahead.
SHOW NOTES00:01 Compliance predictions for 2024 with industry experts 05:36 Importance of internal and external factors 11:42 Lessons learned (or not) 19:05 Next 10 years and technology evolution
Jenny Wong of Protiviti and Debra Au, Head of Legal for DBS Hong Kong, explore the complexity of the compliance landscape in APAC as part of the Protiviti 2023 Top Risk Report.
SHOW NOTES
00:01 Compliance landscape and career journey 04:42 Regulatory challenges and adapting to technological changes in APAC 10:02 Compliance function evolution and AI adoption in finance 16:48 Leadership and overcoming stereotypes
Kimberly Dickerson of Protiviti and Star McDade, SVP for Audit Services at USAA, discuss moving from activity based work to a more value added model and how to shift the mindset to an advisory audit role.
SHOW NOTES
00:01 Adding value in risk and assurance profession 04:09 Risk management and business strategy alignment 08:45 Risk assessment, emerging risks, and third-party partnerships in the insurance industry 16:26 Risk management career paths and advice for young professionals 22:19 Career paths, challenges, and growth in the accounting industry 26:36 Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture
Kimberley Cole interviews Chrissy Hill, general counsel at Parity Technologies. The episode explores the concept of DAOs (decentralized autonomous organizations) and their impact on governance and compliance in the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain, Web3, and the metaverse.
Show Notes
03:19 Career Journey 07:42 Working with Tony Blair: Merging commercial and charitable assets 10:17 Lessons in agility and fundamental skills for career success 11:24 Web3 space and regulatory challenges 18:32 Exploring the cutting edge of governance and compliance with DAOs 29:56 How do you prepare for the future?
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Kimberley Cole speaks with Emma Parry of Novafin Consulting about her journey from banking COO to conduct risk and culture advisor – what’s trending in tech, regulators and how to use your transferable skills.
Emma Parry is a C suite and board advisor with broad international investment banking experience. Following a successful career in financial services working for firms such as HSBC, and JP Morgan Chase, she is now building a portfolio career with a specialist focus on conduct risk. Emma has held various roles from COO to program management to leading global client service teams through to conduct and product governance. Her client base includes regtechs, fintechs, wholesale banks and occasionally law firms as an expert witness.
Show Notes 01:16 Career Journey 03:51 Transferable Skills 14:39 Regtech Investment Trends 16:53 Technology Trends 17:47 Conduct Regulator Trends 20:02 Key Takeaways for Conduct Risk
Transcripts, membership & more > https://www.riskywomen.org/2023/09/podcast-s6e8-conduct-unbecoming-emma-parry/
Kimberley Cole speaks with Jennifer Geary, a 25-year veteran of the Risk industry, about her handbook for the modern Chief Risk Officer - practical advice, and skills you can bring into your own role as a CRO.
Jennifer Geary has over 25 years of experience in finance, technology, risk and legal, across diverse industries from financial services to not-for-profit. She has been Managing Director, EMEA for a software company, and COO and CRO for a number of fintechs. She has also worked in major banks such as Santander and Barclays, and was also COO for Save the Children UK. She is author of a range of business books. Her first book was "How to be a Chief Operating Officer” and she followed up last autumn with "How to be a Chief Risk Officer", and has just launched “How to be a Chief People Officer”, a collaboration with a HR professional.
SHOW NOTES 02:03 Career Journey 05:00 Doing Good for Social Good 10:00 Jennifer's 3 Books: How to be a COO, CRO, CPO 13:20 3 Pillars: Culture, Strategy & Execution. 6 Risks: Strategic, People, Tech, Financial, Operational & Sustainability 22:57 How to Keep Yourself Ahead of the Game
Transcripts and membership info: https://www.riskywomen.org/2023/09/podcast-s6e7-how-to-be-a-cro-jennifer-geary/
Tonya Hummers, Managing Director at Protiviti, speaks with Sarah Olthoff, Senior Vice President and Chief Business Risk Officer at Discover, about talent management, the nature of work, and the skills risk roles need most.
Sarah K. Olthoff serves as a Senior Vice President of Business Risk Programs at Discover Financial Services. In this role, Sarah is responsible for development, implementation, and oversight of the business risk management program across the enterprise. This program include the Business Risk Offices that directly support Discover’s business units as well as centralized risk management functions that enable consistent and effective execution of risk activities, such as Change Management, Issue Management, and Risk Reporting. Prior to this role, Sarah served as VP, Internal Audit overseeing the Regulatory Compliance Audit Program, which provides independent assurance around regulatory compliance and financial crimes risk.
Show Notes
01:57 Career Journey
03:51 Culture at Discover
08:58 Who are your role models?
10:54 Resiliency in the workplace
15:57 Skills needed in talent
25:53 Differences between talent market and tech market
Get transcript and join our network: https://www.riskywomen.org/2023/08/podcast-s6e6-talent-management-in-risk-sarah-olthoff/
Maryann Kennedy speaks with the Senior Deputy Comptroller for Bank Supervision Policy at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, Grovetta Gardineer, about the regulatory priorities in current economic environment.
Grovetta Gardineer is the Senior Deputy Comptroller for Bank Supervision Policy at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). In this role, Ms. Gardineer directs the formulation of policies and procedures for the supervision and examination of national banks and federal savings associations, chairs the agency’s Committee on Bank Supervision, and serves on the OCC’s Executive Committee. She oversees the units for policy related to credit risk, market risk, operational risk, and compliance risk, as well as the units responsible for international banking and capital policy, accounting policy, and community affairs.
Maryann Kennedy joined Protiviti from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), where she was most recently the Senior Deputy Comptroller for Large Bank Supervision.
Show Notes
02:50 Career Journey 06:20 Key responsibilities of a senior deputy comptroller 18:50 Do US and Europe have the same root cause of the financial crisis? 21:55 What are examiners doing on the ground as a result? 24:22 How do you and your staff think about the next risks? 27:33 Talent across the industry 31:33 How to employ different mentoring strategies
Kimberley Cole speaks with Anna-Marie Slot on how companies can and should embed ESG into core business strategies and why risk professionals are uniquely placed to drive that change. Anna-Marie is the first global sustainability ESG partner for Ashurst and a finance partner as well. She brings a unique combination of legal, finance and ESG expertise which enables her to partner with other business leaders committed to leading a future focused sustainable organizations. Anna-Marie has developed and led the firm’s ESG strategy across practices and industries through engagement with clients and internally as Ashurst’s first Chief Sustainability Officer.
Show Notes 01:57 Career Journey 10:35 What Businesses Have to Focus On Now 15:32 Organizational Structure and Where Risk Works 18:24 Ashurst’s ESG Ready Digital Tool 22:12 What are the Sustainability Data Gaps? 30:22 What the Best Companies are Doing Ahead of Regulations
Transcript and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2023/03/podcast-s6e4-amplifying-esg-business-value-anna-marie-slot/
Kimberley Cole speaks with Juliet Bourke on board composition and best practices for creating future fit organisations with diversity of thought and culture change.
Dr Juliet Bourke is an award winning author, speaker and advocate for diversity. She was a former Human Capital Partner at Deloitte leading Deloitte’s Diversity and Inclusion Consulting agenda. She continues to work with global clients to create cultural change through a focus on leadership, high performing teams, and diversity & inclusion. She has over 25 years’ experience in human capital, management, and law. Her latest book, entitled ‘Which two heads are better than one?: How diverse teams create breakthrough ideas and make smarter decisions’, is in its second edition and helps leaders understand how to systematically create diverse thinking and take team performance to the next level.
SHOW NOTES
01:28 Career Journey 13:09 Future Fitness of Boards 18:31 Risks of not Having Diversity of Thinking on Boards 22:19 What Gets in the Way of Board Best Practices? 24:25 Who is leading the way? 29:24 Key Takeaways for Risky Women
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Kimberley Cole speaks with Carol Beaumier and Bernadine Reese from Protiviti. We’re thrilled that they are back again to talk about the top of mind compliance priorities for 2023.
Show Notes
03:29 Examples of the risks in the uncertainty category 07:14 Technology trends that will impact compliance 09:54 Financial Crime compliance 12:23 How to keep compliance teams motivated 14:12 Advice to chief compliance officers in 2023 17:01 What will compliance departments look like in 10 years?
Transcipt & links to reports: https://www.riskywomen.org/2023/02/podcast-s6e2-top-compliance-priorities-2023/
Kimberley Cole speaks with Stacey English and Susannah Hammond of Theta Lake about the risks modern communication platforms bring, recent regulatory actions, and what you can do to be compliant without turning off features in Zoom, Microsoft Teams, RingCentral!
Show Notes 02:04 Career Journeys 08:37 Top Skills for the Ultimate Compliance Professional 17:19 How the Way We Communicate Has Changed 22:20 Privacy & Data Security 27:46 Using Emojis 31:05 Biggest Takeaways from Communications Risk Report
Transcripts and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2023/02/podcast-s6e1-communications-compliance-stacey-english-susannah-hammond/
Kimberley Cole talks with Rahmat Amanullah, Director South Asia at Control Risks, about intelligence, investigations and integrity in risk and what we can learn from some of the world's most complex sectors like pharmaceuticals and alcoholic beverages.
Show Notes01:29 Career Journey 16:30 The 3 I's of Risk: Intelligence, Investigations and Integrity 23:01 Lessons from India's Alcoholic Beverage Industry 34:44 Why Business Schools Need to Teach Risk & Compliance 39:07 Rants & Revelations
Transcripts & Subscribe: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/12/podcast-s5e10-the-3-is-of-risk-rahmat-amanullah/
Denis Camilo, Risk and Compliance Director at Protiviti, talks with Lauren Munfa, Head of Americas Investment Bank C&ORC at UBS, about how much her parent management training translated to running a large compliance program.
SHOW NOTES
00:51 Career Journey
03:58 Top Skills for Risk Management
08:05 The Importance of Immediate and Consistent Rewards
15:49 How to Give an Effective Command
21:26 How Root Cause Analysis Applies at Home and in the Office
Transcripts and subscribe to newsletter: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/11/podcast-s5e9-how-children-have-made-me-a-better-compliance-leader-lauren-munfa/
Kimberley Cole talks with Rupal Patel, Head of Data Insights & Risk Intelligence at Acin and Founder of Women in Risk and Control, about moving operational risk from a solely qualitative discipline to a data led one and why connection and networks are key!
Show Notes
01:51 Career Journey
12:46 Biggest Risks
20:53 Women in Risk and Control
27:51 Acin & Op Risk Ahead
46:50 Rants & Revelations
Transcripts and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/11/podcast-s5e8-taking-control-rupal-patel/
Kimberley Cole talks with Rupal Patel, Head of Data Insights & Risk Intelligence at Acin and Founder of Women in Risk and Control, about moving operational risk from a solely qualitative discipline to a data led one and why connection and networks are key!
Show Notes
01:51 Career Journey
12:46 Biggest Risks
20:53 Women in Risk and Control
27:51 Acin & Op Risk Ahead
46:50 Rants & Revelations
Transcripts and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/11/podcast-s5e8-taking-control-rupal-patel/
Shaheen Dil, Senior Managing Director of Protiviti, in conversation with Ximena Zambrano, Senior Vice President and Head of Model Validation at Wells Fargo on the evolution of risk analytics and technological advances in data science (AKA are machines taking over?)
Show Notes
03:37 Career Journey
07:08 Key Risks Ahead
10:21 Advanced Analytics & Unintended Consequences
20:02 New Skills Needed
25:42 Advice for Successful Leaders
Transcript & more on risk > https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/10/podcast-s5e7-risk-analytics-ximena-zambrano/
Shaheen Dil, Senior Managing Director of Protiviti, in conversation with Ximena Zambrano, Senior Vice President and Head of Model Validation at Wells Fargo on the evolution of risk analytics and technological advances in data science (AKA are machines taking over?)
Show Notes
03:37 Career Journey
07:08 Key Risks Ahead
10:21 Advanced Analytics & Unintended Consequences
20:02 New Skills Needed
25:42 Advice for Successful Leaders
Transcript & more on risk > https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/10/podcast-s5e7-risk-analytics-ximena-zambrano/
Kimberley Cole talks with our first Risky Man Nathan Lynch, a regulatory intelligence professional and author of The Lucky Laundry. They discuss the real world outcomes of financial crime, the status of Australia and how compliance and risk professionals are critically important to prevention.
SHOW NOTES
01:41 Career Journey
12:04 The Lucky Laundry Book
16:56 Australia Situation & AUSTRAC
29:06 Role & Skills for AML Pros
36:05 Rants & Revelations
41:55 Recommendations
Transcript and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/10/podcast-s5e6-the-lucky-laundry-nathan-lynch/
Kimberley Cole talks with Catherine Fox, award winning journalist and author of Stop Fixing Women, about diversity risk and the need to invest in women. This is the first of our Risk Radar Series which takes a 360 degree view of risks facing leaders, everyone from boards to management teams and individuals.
Show Notes
02:24 Career Journey
09:28 Key Gender Diversity Issues
12:13 What Does Merit Really Mean
14:29 Lean Out
19:21 Stop Fixing Women
28:12 Rants & Revelations
32:01 Recommendations
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Kimberley Cole talks with Catherine Fox, award winning journalist and author of Stop Fixing Women, about diversity risk and the need to invest in women. This is the first of our Risk Radar Series which takes a 360 degree view of risks facing leaders, everyone from boards to management teams and individuals.
Show Notes
02:24 Career Journey
09:28 Key Gender Diversity Issues
12:13 What Does Merit Really Mean
14:29 Lean Out
19:21 Stop Fixing Women
28:12 Rants & Revelations
32:01 Recommendations
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Christine Halvorsen, Managing Director of Protiviti, talks with Lynn Haaland, Zoom’s Chief Compliance Ethics and Privacy Officer, and Deputy General Counsel. They discuss everything from how Lynn joined Zoom only weeks before COVID-19 pandemic changed the world and Zoom to the next big challenges ahead in privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
Show Notes
01:55 Career Journey – Joining Zoom at Start of COVID-19
11:01 Advice for Startups Moving into Growth Mode
16:58 Biggest Privacy & Compliance Challenges Ahead
33:39 ESG & ERM Strategy
42:45 Measuring Success
48:24 Public Private Partnership
Transcript, video and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/09/podcast-s5e4-privacy-security-compliance-at-zoom-lynn-haaland/
Christine Halvorsen, Managing Director of Protiviti, talks with Lynn Haaland, Zoom’s Chief Compliance Ethics and Privacy Officer, and Deputy General Counsel. They discuss everything from how Lynn joined Zoom only weeks before COVID-19 pandemic changed the world and Zoom to the next big challenges ahead in privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
Show Notes
01:55 Career Journey – Joining Zoom at Start of COVID-19
11:01 Advice for Startups Moving into Growth Mode
16:58 Biggest Privacy & Compliance Challenges Ahead
33:39 ESG & ERM Strategy
42:45 Measuring Success
48:24 Public Private Partnership
Transcript, video and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/09/podcast-s5e4-privacy-security-compliance-at-zoom-lynn-haaland/
Christine Halvorsen, Managing Director of Protiviti, talks with Lynn Haaland, Zoom’s Chief Compliance Ethics and Privacy Officer, and Deputy General Counsel. They discuss everything from how Lynn joined Zoom only weeks before COVID-19 pandemic changed the world and Zoom to the next big challenges ahead in privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
SHOW NOTES:
01:55 Career Journey – Joining Zoom at Start of COVID-19
11:40 Advice for Startups Moving into Growth Mode
18:16 Biggest Privacy & Compliance Challenges Ahead
36:04 ESG & ERM Strategy
46:24 Measuring Success
52:38 Public Private Partnership
Transcripts and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/
Christine Halvorsen, Managing Director of Protiviti, talks with Lynn Haaland, Zoom’s Chief Compliance Ethics and Privacy Officer, and Deputy General Counsel. They discuss everything from how Lynn joined Zoom only weeks before COVID-19 pandemic changed the world and Zoom to the next big challenges ahead in privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
SHOW NOTES:
01:55 Career Journey – Joining Zoom at Start of COVID-19
11:40 Advice for Startups Moving into Growth Mode
18:16 Biggest Privacy & Compliance Challenges Ahead
36:04 ESG & ERM Strategy
46:24 Measuring Success
52:38 Public Private Partnership
Transcripts and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/
Shelley Metz-Galloway, US lead of Protiviti’s regulatory compliance practice, talks with Mary Bailey, regulatory compliance expert, about the US Community Reinvestment Act and how upcoming changes to the rule should improve access to credit and have a big impact on banks’ compliance and reporting.
Show Notes
01:37 Career Journey
08:21 International Efforts
10:19 CRA and Fair Lending
12:31 What the CRA Changes Mean for Banks
Learn more and subscribe: https://www.riskywomen.org/2022/06/podcast-s5e3-cra-and-fair-lending-mary-bailey/
Jackie Sanz of Protiviti talks with Amy Aubin, a CCO of two firms in Canada, about compliance and risk challenges faced by compliance professionals of smaller firms in the asset management industry, where innovation and access to compliance networks are of importance in the management of risk.
Show Notes
02:13 Career journey
06:08 Risks in Smaller vs Larger Asset Management Firms
14:01 Lasting Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic
17:41 Hiring Compliance for Small Firms
22:53 Top Risks in Current Environment
27:39 Advice for future CCOs
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Kimberley Cole speaks with senior risk and compliance leaders at Protiviti about financial services industry compliance priorities for 2022: traditional issues like financial crime, broader risk mandates, ESG, culture and conduct, vulnerable customers, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and more.
Show Notes
03:05 Career journey
06:08 What’s different for 2022
10:13 Key challenges
15:29 Compliance function’s future
18:33 Innovation examples
20:58 Advice for future CCOs
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Guest host Lucy Pearman talks with Carol Beaumier who oversees Protiviti’s Asia-Pac Financial Services Practice about cyber and ESG risks, talent retention and the consequences of not transforming.
Show Notes
02:19 Career journey
06:22 Emerging risks in financial services
09:25 Talent retention
11:00 Consequence of not transforming
11:56 Rants & Revelations
13:15 Rapid Fire Round
Guest host Lucy Pearman talks with Donna Timlen, CCO of OneMain Financial – America’s largest installment lender, about their compliance transformation: talent, technology, strategy and a root cause focus.
Show Notes 02:51 Career journey
07:42 Innovation at OneMain Financial
12:22 Protecting talent
14:37 Technology use
16:24 Root cause focus
18:09 D&I, CSR, ESG
20:22 Rants & Revelations
22:35 Rapid Fire Round
Guest host Lucy Pearman talks with Sophie Krynauw, Transformation Audit Director at Zurich Insurance, about the future of insurance and workplaces in a digital environment with global collaborative teams focusing on outcomes rather than process.
Show Notes
02:31 Career journey
06:45 Transition during COVID-19
10:44 Future of audit
14:22 Workforce sustainability
16:35 How are leading companies succeeding?
20:20 Rants & Revelations
22:43 Rapid Fire Round
Transcript > https://www.riskywomen.org/2021/08/podcast-s4e6-workplace-transformation-sophie-krynauw/
Amii and Diana discuss career transformation opportunities, future proofing, your promotability, what Risky Women should do, and the impact of women on boards.
Show Notes 03:14 Career Journeys
15:01 Transformation Opportunities
24:36 Future Proof
29:17 The Promotability Index
30:53 What Risky Women Should Do
40:24 Impact of Women on Boards
46:28 Rants & Revelations
54:36 Rapid Fire Round
Transcript and more > https://riskywomen.org/2021/08/podcast-s4e5-career-transformation-amii-barnhard-bahn-diana-wu-david/
Next in our Transformation series, guest host Lucy Pearman talks with Jo Ann Barefoot about RegTech innovation from how regulators are using technology to how financial services need to urgently expand their experimentation and adoption rates.
Show Notes
01:47 Career journey
01:56 Alliance on Innovative Regulation
15:37 Top priorities for financial services innovation
21:45 Regulators and digital transformation
26:24 What truly smart regulation looks like
31:22 What are leading companies doing to get ready?
35:29 Rants & Revelations
41:32 Rapid Fire Round
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Next in our Transformation series, guest host Lucy Pearman talks with Diane Minunni Callan of TD Bank about their ongoing development and enhancement of compliance programs and regulatory change management processes - from ESG to AI.
Show Notes 01:57 Career Journey in Risk
04:12 TD Bank Transformation
05:08 Regulatory Challenges & Opportunities
07:06 Leveraging Emerging Technologies
13:14 Rants & Revelations
14:27 Rapid Fire Round
Transcript & More: https://riskywomen.org/2021/05/podcast-s4e3-regulatory-change-transformation-diane-minunni-callan/
Join our chat with Karyn Kenny on a career ranging from the John Gotti trial in New York to tribal justice in Borneo, from AML in Bangladesh to Croatia. Karyn serves as US DOJ’s OPDAT for SE Europe regional justice sector initiative, overseeing anti money laundering, asset forfeiture, anti corruption and transnational organized crime.
Show Notes 03:26 Career Journey
14:48 Collaboration in Regulatory Landscape
17:34 Public Private Collaboration
21:19 Cryptocurrency Regulation
23:50 FinTech Education
30:41 Rants & Revelations
33:31 Rapid Fire Round
Transcripts & more > https://riskywomen.org/2021/04/podcast-s4e2-collaboration-can-transform-karyn-kenny/
This is the start of our Transformation series and Lucy Pearman of Protiviti will be joining us as guest host. We will be talking about change innovation and take a look ahead at the views from some amazing Risky Women on what’s next in the world of governance, risk, and compliance.
Show Notes
02:06 Career Journey in Transformation
10:04 Biggest Challenges & Opportunities Customers Face
15:48 Transformation’s Top Priorities
19:44 Handling Change & Consequences
Kelly-Ann McHugh interviews Kate Miller, leader of Standard Chartered Bank’s Conduct & Behavioral Analysis team. She discusses how they are using behavioral science to build a bridge between what we think is happening and what’s actually happening on the ground and then influence behaviors towards better outcomes.
Show Notes
02:37 Career Journey to Compliance
16:44 Conduct & Behavioral Analysis Team
22:31 Examples of Applying Science to an Event
33:57 Top 3 Impacts of Data & Science on Compliance
37:17 Rants & Revelations
40:36 Rapid Fire Round
Kelly-Ann McHugh interviews Elke Biechele, CEO of RisikoTek on moving from global corporate banking to central banking to running her own regtech startup. Their AI Amalia is focused on tackling the $5trillion financial crime issue by raising detection levels from the current 0.01%.
SHOW NOTES 04:08 Career & Uncovering Scale of Financial Crime
10:49 Lessons Learned
13:20 Role Models
16:39 Starting RisikoTek
21:46 Silos & Data Protection
24:01 Amalia AI & Thinking Like a Transnational Money Launderer
35:03 Rants & Revelations
38:38 Rapid Fire Round
Kelly-Ann McHugh interviews Namita Bhide, Founder of Denim Consulting, on innovation in the financial service sector and why moving to a "proof of value" rather than "proof of concept" model is key to making collaborative, simplified, customer centric change.
SHOW NOTES
01:54 Career Journey & Risky Choices
14:53 Trends, Introspection & Collaboration
23:33 Applied Innovation
26:36 Top Challenges for Financial Services
32:16 Gender Diversity
35:22 Rants & Revelations
38:16 Rapid Fire Round
Get Transcript and more: https://www.riskywomen.org/2020/05/podcast-s3e4-is-common-sense-uncommon-in-risk-and-compliance-namita-bhide/
Kelly-Ann McHugh is the director of Asia Pacific for MyComplianceOffice based in Singapore. She's a passionate business leader focused on technology, risk, and compliance and in this episode we're talking about conflicts of interest, gifts and entertainment, and the results of their global survey.
SHOW NOTES
02:37 Key Issues for Financial and Corporate Sectors
04:25 Gift & Entertainment Survey Results
10:00 Best Practices for Gifts & Entertainment Policies
11:59 Conflicts of Interests Policy Recommendations
13:31 Technology's Role
Meena Datwani and Lonneke van Zundert, APAC compliance and security experts, discuss their views on COVID-19 pandemic policies in compliance, workplace, regulatory affairs and security.
SHOW NOTES
- 04:18 Asia Situation Update
- 11:11 Government Response
- 17:53 Doing Work From Home Right
- 22:19 Internal Communications
- 24:51 Cyber Security & Financial Crime Threats
- 28:47 Conducting Investigations & Reporting
- 33:20 Keys to Managing COVID-19 Impacts
36:24 Conduct for Financials & Business - 42:18 Investing in Technology
- 47:57 New Post Virus Model?
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Pru Bennett joins our first podcast of season 3 to discuss the spectrum of ESG and the impact boards can make, how they can proactively manage risk, what they should be asking themselves, and how diversity has changed performance for the better.
Until January, 2019, Pru Bennett was a Managing Director at BlackRock and Head of BlackRock’s Investment Stewardship team for the APAC Region based in Hong Kong. Pru is an active participant in the public debate on corporate governance and stewardship and in her current role as Principal at Guerdon Associates, she advises boards of Australian companies on issues covering executive and non-executive director remuneration, investor communications and board related ESG issues.
Show Notes
03:00 Career Journey
04:50 Why G is most important in ESG
10:40 Who inspires you?
14:45 What should boards be asking?
24:25 Setting tone at the top & mood in the middle
28:08 Diversity on boards
30:17 Rants & Revelations
32:58 Rapid Fire Round
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Welcome to Risky Women Radio season three! This season we’ve got more fabulous Risky Women joining us and sharing their stories, their advice, their knowledge and their perspective. And we’re going to have a few new things for you! We’ll have guest hosts joining us bring you new voices and first up is Kelly-Ann McHugh from My Compliance Office. She’s been a risky woman since we started in 2015 and she’ll take over the reins for a few episodes of Risky Women Radio. Kelly-Ann’s risk and compliance credentials span her roles in everything from internal audit to regulatory intelligence and complex compliance.
Sarah Hayes, Head of Department, Lending and Intermediaries, Authorisations at the UK's Financial Conduct Authority joins us in our ongoing Regulator Series. We discuss her career and how the FCA aims to make markets work well – for individuals, for business, and for the economy as a whole. Sarah's a senior executive with a strong track record for strategic leadership and proposition ownership in financial markets – successfully delivering complex change programs across global organisations. She's known for doing the right thing and getting things done!
Points of Interest
01:55 What the FCA Regulator Does
04:32 Phoenixing, Technical Expertise, Expanding Perimeter
06:30 Career Journey
11:03 Trends & Innovations: Regulatory Sandbox, AI, Machine Learning
16:12 Diversity & Inclusion
17:36 Rants & Revelations
19:13 Rapid Fire Round
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Join us to hear why The Reg Doctor Sian Lewin thinks Governance, Risk and Compliance is sexy! Yep, you heard it here first. She has studied the waves of regulatory change and their impact on financial services and has a focus on RegTech with her own RegTech Women network and business at RegTech Associates.
Points of Interest
01:50 Education & Career
06:26 RegTech Women’s Network
08:28 State of the Market
10:04 Tracking 600 RegTech Products
15:21 Behavioural Changes
18:52 Financial Crime
21:31 Rants & Revelations
24:53 Rapid Fire Round
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Data is just the beginning and in this podcast Sherry Madera talks about the importance of data in fighting financial crime, privacy and more. Sherry’s global career journey has taken her from Canada to China and now the UK and she joins us to offer expert opinion across a range of topics in her capacity as Chief Industry & Government Affairs Officer at Refinitiv.
Points of Interest
02:09 Career Journey & China Relations
05:59 Current Focus: Sustainability, Infrastructure, Data, Privacy
07:44 Illicit Fund Flows 2-5% Global GDP
11:19 Data Privacy vs Public Good
16:25 AI and Machine Learning
18:30 Global Coalition to Fight Financial Crime
22:09 Rants & Revelations
24:48 Rapid Fire Round
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It's all about technology! Joanna Jenkins, Head of Compliance at Railsbank, on the future of Regtech and what it means for the industry and compliance officers.
Points of Interest
01:55 Railsbank Explained: Open Banking & Compliance Platform
04:05 Career Journey
10:20 How Regtech is Changing Industries: Financial, Healthcare, Government, Cannabis
12:06 Exciting Developments: Customers Select Vendors to Integrate, Compliance Firewall
15:46 Pattern Recognition - Fighting Financial Crime, AML, Modern-Slavery
18:23 Enhance Your Technology, Don't Build a Larger Team
19:15 Rapid Fire Round
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Angie Lau, Editor-in-Chief of Forkast.News, on what's happening in regtech, crypto, blockchain, regulatory and the impact of technology on compliance and risk.
Before founding Forkast in 2018, Angie anchored Bloomberg TV’s flagship morning show “First Up with Angie Lau” broadcast globally into 350 million homes and offices. She interviews newsmakers, CEOs, and icons, including the exclusive with Li Ka-shing — his first television one-on-one in more than a decade.
Points of Interest
01:21 Career in Journalism
07:16 Rants & Revelations
11:32 Forkast.News - The human story of technology
17:33 What are Cryptocurrency and Blockchain?
20:03 Emerging Themes: Easing, Regulatory, Asia, Open Source
29:50 KYC and AML in Crypto
33:01 Regulators and Blockchain
43:03 Country Report on China is coming!
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In this episode risky woman Rachel Wolcott shares insights from Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence team with the inaugural report Financial Crime Compliance for Non-financial Companies: The Expanding Regulatory Perimeter. The report explores why penalties for money laundering violations are becoming more commonplace for non-financial firms and suggests solutions and recommendations for business as they try to remain compliant. As usual, we’ll also hear from Rachel on her career journey and her quick answers in the rapid fire round too!
Points of Interest
01:45 Career
07:25 Why more non-financial firms are coming into having obligations to have financial crime compliance programs
10:27 Main compliance approach to-date
11:44 Greater risk sectors
13:08 Era of deep fakes
18:24 Solutions for tackling financial crime
21:20 Report key takeaways
25:37 Rapid Fire Round
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Saadia Mujeeb leads 4 global teams at NatWest Markets specializing in Hedge Funds, Mutual and Pension Funds, Prime Brokerage and Counterparty Clearing Houses. The Senior Risk Approver for structured transactions, new business initiatives for Markets, PB, Clearing and the Structured Lending Franchise, she is recognized for pragmatic decision-making during tough complex negotiations, effective stakeholder management and commercial judgement. She founded and co-chairs the 100 Women in Finance Peer Risk Advisory Group in London.
Points of Interest * 03:34 Building Teams * 06:27 Career Journey Success * 07:58 Passion for Giving Back * 09:22 Hot Topics: Crypto Currency, Climate Risk, Diversity * 11:05 Hedge Fund Credit Risk * 14:26 Role of Head of Credit Risk * 16:37 Key Lessons From the Credit Crisis: Teamwork, Early Warning Signals, Data Overload * 18:52 Future Landscape: Counterparty Clearing Houses, Robotics & AI * 22:29 Rants & Revelations * 23:26 Rapid Fire Round
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Join Yuko Kawai, General Manager for Europe at the Bank of Japan, as she discusses her international career. You'll hear about her journey across geographies from Japan to Europe and across functions from FX to FinTech. Kawai-san is a role model and inspiring leader offering interesting views and a global perspective on the developments the financial industry is seeing.
Points of Interest: * 01:54 Career * 03:58 Most important lessons * 05:54 Gender diversity in Japan * 09:26 Working at the Bank of Japan * 12:22 Exciting innovations in FinTech & impact on financial industry * 16:26 Global perspectives * 18:23 Top things risk professionals should monitor * 19:19 Rants and Revelations * 20:04 Rapid Fire Round
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Once described as, “the grit in the oyster that creates the pearl,” Ruth Steinholtz wishes to make a difference in the world by changing attitudes and practices relating to ethics and compliance. Ruth joined the Risky Women event at the Refinitiv Regulatory Summit in Singapore. In this podcast, you will join the event to learn more on the Ethics of Compliance.
Following a varied and exciting international legal career, Ruth Steinholtz founded AretéWork in 2011. The firm assists organisations globally in managing risk and improving results by fostering strong ethical cultures based upon values. Previously, as General Counsel and Head of Ethics at Borealis AG, Ruth developed a values based approach to ethics and compliance – employing ethics ambassadors throughout the company. Organisations around the world have adopted this approach; publicised through Ruth’s Good Practice Guide to Ethics Ambassadors written for the IBE and her many speaking engagements. Ruth continues to push for change through her co-authorship, with Professor Chris Hodges, of the book Ethical Business Practice and Regulation: A Behavioural and Values-Based Approach to Compliance and Enforcement.
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Join Nicola Wakefield Evans in the Boardroom. As a Non Executive Director of Macquarie, Lend Lease, AICD, and the Chair of Australia’s 30% Club, Nicola shares insight and wisdom on her career, what makes a successful Board, and the best practices needed to create good culture and governance starting at the top. Of course we talk about the impact and value of diversity too!
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Welcome to season 2 of Risky Women Radio. We've got some fabulous risky women lined up! We've already held some fabulous events this year in London, Singapore, and Sydney. We'll have Ruth Steinholz of AretéWork’s, who joined us both in Sydney and Singapore, and she spoke on the importance of taking a behavioral and values based approach to compliance and enforcement. So ethics is a hot topic and I'm sure that you'll really enjoy the episode with Ruth. We've had several RegTech leaders joining us for this season. We've got The Reg Doctor herself, Sian Lewin. And we've had the fabulous non executive director Nicola Wakefield Evans who'll give us a glimpse inside the boardroom and the key areas of focus to manage risk and drive the right tone from the top. And if you want to understand more on how boards operate, Nicola's episode is really worth the listen. There are many more speakers to mention that we will bring to you in season 2. Yuko Kawai joins us from the Bank of Japan as our first central banker, and we will have other regulators join us in season 2 also.
In Season 1 we celebrated 20 women sharing their career journeys and insights across compliance, governance, reputation risk and more. It was fabulous to partner with other podcasts Divercity and #Impact and host the regulators from ASIC too! Take a listen to the highlights from Season 1. Join us at www.riskywomen.org
More Risky Women Regulators, or ex-regulators, are featured in this final episode of Series 1. Featuring two longstanding Hong Kong Risky Women, Benedicte Nolens, who recently moved to the global crypto finance company Circle but previously at the Securities and Futures Commission, and Meena Datwani, former Executive Director at the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. We cover the spectrum from regulation to RegTech and so much more.
Armina Antoniou is the General Manager of Financial Crime Risk at Australia’s biggest listed gambling and entertainment company, Tabcorp. She is also a soccer mum, sports fan and a big believer in fairness, equality, diversity and inclusion. She joins us to discuss why becoming a risky women was the biggest risk in her 20 year career and her outcome-driven approach to risk and financial crime challenges.
Host Kimberley Cole joins DiverCity Podcast where she discusses the rising number of women in risk & compliance roles and the quest to eliminate modern day slavery. The episode also looks at the importance of mentorship, collaboration and role models, how regulators themselves are starting to create more diverse teams and the need to attract younger talent as well as the enormity of the challenge of addressing human trafficking and the steps financial institutions and their clients can take to help combat the problem.
To kick-off our first Regulator Series, we sit down with three leading women at ASIC, Australia’s corporate, markets and financial services regulator. First up is Senior Executive Leader Sharon Concisom. Responsible for the Markets Enforcement team, she talks to us about her role in enforcing ASIC's market misconduct investigations and litigation. We also hear about her career journey, including time with the Australian Securities Exchange and the Malaysian Bourse, and the experience she has gained working in financial markets.
Our Regulator Series continues with Louise Macaulay. Louise is the Senior Executive Leader of ASIC’s Financial Advisers team. With a leading role in regulating Australia’s financial advice industry, Louise tells us how she draws from her previous positions, including her role as ASIC's Commission Counsel and her experience as leading ASIC's enforcement policy, practice and law reform agenda, to confidently back herself and take opportunities.
Wrapping up our Regulator Series is Emily Hodgson. She has been ASIC's Chief Financial Officer for the past five years and has played an integral role in leading the organization’s work on preparing ASIC to implement an industry funding model. We explore her approach for ongoing innovation and discuss her career risks thus far, from starting out as an auditor to spending six years in enforcement as joint lead of the NSW Enforcement Directorate and joining ASIC in 2002.
An accomplished compliance professional and true expert in her field, Kristy Grant-Hart joins Kimberley Cole to provide a powerful guide on how to be a wildly strategic and wildly effective compliance officer! She is CEO of Spark Compliance Consulting, author, speaker, professor and a former CCO, with an innovative approach and inspiring perspective of the compliance field.
Reputation has never been more fragile and reputational threats are increasing exponentially. Clare Williams, Reputation Risk Management and Corporate Communications for Barclays, joins Risky Women Radio to discuss why the need to understand, mitigate and manage risk has never been more acute. From how the rapidly changing communications environment is amplifying risks to the innovation required for traditional crisis management structures to succeed and manage these challenges at a larger scale.
Vivienne Artz is Chief Privacy Officer of Refinitiv, formerly the Financial & Risk business of Thomson Reuters. She is also the current President of Women in Banking and Finance, having been awarded the “Champion for Women” Award in 2016. Host Kimberley Cole sits down with Vivienne while in London to discover her passion for global privacy strategy and practice as well as how she carved her career path by recognizing the environment in which we are operating.
Christine Maye, Chief Governance Officer for Citi Institutional Clients Group sits down with Kimberley Cole to discuss the importance of governance to business and ultimately customers. Referencing her 30 years of experience, we talk about the critical elements of good governance and why when you can see an effective structure in place, everyone in the organization can focus on reducing risks and creating incremental value.
Diane Mullenex is a Partner at Pinsent Masons LLP, leading the Global Telecom & Gaming Practices and Technology Media Telecom Middle East Practices departments, and Co-founder of the Power Women network. In a fast paced interview, she speaks with Kimberley Cole on being bold - from her Japanese upbringing and working in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East to taking on complex digital transformation, including gaming, smart cities, IOTs and cyber security.
Highlighted as a “Woman to Watch” The Women’s Foundation in Hong Kong, Barbara Leach-Walters joins Kimberley Cole to explore how she narrowed and strengthened her focus across a diverse financial services career spanning more than 20 years and three continents. Barbara is the Founder & Managing Director of Berkshire Holdings Limited, an independent regulatory consultant, and was most recently Head of Compliance, Asia Pacific for State Street.
Loretta Yuen is Executive Vice-President, Group Legal & Regulatory Compliance at OCBC and Gladys Chun is General Counsel at Lazada Group. They are both winners of the inaugural Singapore Chief Legal Officer Awards in 2017. Live from Singapore, they join Kimberely Cole to offer their often humorous perspectives on what leading in disruptive times means for their roles and industries.
Our own Chief Risky Woman Kimberley Cole, Head of Solution Sales, Financial & Risk, Asia, Thomson Reuters is joined by Archana Kotecha, Head Of Legal, Liberty Asia to talk about the profound and disruptive work to end modern day slavery they do together with Liberty Asia and the Thomson Reuters Anti Slavery Summit. Listen to more episodes from #impact on www.hashtagimpact.com
Today we focus our lens on the future of compliance. Angelina Kwan is the Head of Regulatory Compliance, Listing and Regulatory Affairs Division for HKEX and as one of our founding women has been instrumental to our network's growth. She is a Certified Public Accountant with over 27 years of experience in Asia and the USA, founding a compliance and corporate governance consulting firm and holding senior management positions with a long list of companies, boards and committees.
In this podcast Chief Risky Woman, Kimberley Cole, sits down with Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) Commissioner, Cathie Armour, for a candid discussion. With 18 years of experience in legal counsel leadership roles in international financial institutions, Cathie shares with us her view point on everything from technology and diversity, financial inclusion and financial crime, the royal commission and trust to regtech and innovation.
Sam Mostyn says the more risks she took the luckier she got! Hear more about the role risk has played in her extraordinary career spanning the realms of government, private sector and sports administration. A self-described “connector” she has become one of Australia’s most senior professional non-executive directors, holding positions with Citigroup Australia, Virgin Australia, Transurban Group, Mirvac, Sydney Swans and GO Foundation, and was the first female appointed to the Australian Football League Commission.
Catherine Simmons is Head of Government Affairs, Asia Pacific at Citi and Rebecca Terner Lentchner, Head of Government Relations and Public Policy APAC, BNY Mellon. They join Kimberley Cole for an intimate look at their career journeys, the biggest challenges they see for the government affairs function in Asia and what they are most excited about for the future of the industry. And of course a bit of fun with their rants and revelations!