Leadership and Career
Don’t Mistake Execution for Strategy, or You’ll Jeopardize Both
The Strategic 3 Questions There are a number of ways organizations can go wrong in terms of strategy. Linda Henman discusses some of the most common ways she’s seen leaders go astray. Several years ago, I helped the president of a manufacturing company run a strategy initiative. When I walked into the room on the first day, 26 eager faces...
Taking An “Inside-Out” Approach to Security and Compliance
Q&A with Justin Sulhoff of Optiv Security Today we feature an interview with Justin Sulhoff, Practice Manager, PCI Services at Optiv Security, a $2 billion security solutions integrator. He tells us why an "inside-out" approach to security and compliance is essential to mitigating risk in today’s world of never-ending regulations and increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Maurice Gilbert: How do you...
The Compliance Benefits of Tracking Employee Training
What Your Company Should Do Now The reasons for implementing new software range widely, but few are as compelling as improving productivity and facilitating compliance. Tim Lozier of EtQ explains why keeping tabs on employee training is so important. Every business wants to become more efficient and do more with less. At the same time, businesses across all industries must...
“An Ounce of Prevention…”
Q&A with Tony Phillips, Principal at McKool Smith Today we share an interview between CCI’s Publisher, Maurice Gilbert, and Tony Phillips, Principal at nationally recognized trial firm McKool Smith. Tony, who recently joined the firm, previously served as Senior Legal Officer for Corporate Ethics and Compliance at MD Anderson Cancer Center and as a trial attorney for the DOJ, where...
Leadership Lessons from John McCain
Taking Cues from an American Hero Linda Henman writes about what set John McCain apart. The virtues he modeled made him an exceptional leader, and the lessons we can learn from his life are well worth every business leader’s attention, regardless of political persuasion. Why do some people conquer the dragon, but others succumb to it? Why can some overcome...
Get Your Mind Right Before You Open Your Mouth
3 Questions to Ask About Trusting Your Intuition Some business leaders are able to "go with their gut" and the decisions made as a result are perfectly sound – most of the time. Others don’t have the benefit of such spot-on instincts. Both sets should be making decisions with intention. Linda Henman offers insight into determining whether you should listen...
The Problem When Your Business Invests in the New
3 Steps to Make GRC Everyone’s Responsibility Most businesses love to focus on the new: hiring new staff, investing in new innovations and entering new markets. However, "new" doesn’t fix a leaking bucket if you don’t understand the real root of the issue. As a compliance leader, it’s your role to ensure the controls are in place to manage the...
Compliance: From “Hall Monitor” to Strategic Partner
Q&A with Valerie Charles, Chief Strategy Officer at GAN CCI’s Maurice Gilbert interviews Valerie Charles, GAN’s Chief Strategy Officer. Valerie discusses her background, the state of compliance today and where she sees the profession headed. Maurice Gilbert: How did you get started on a career in compliance? Valerie Charles: I spent the majority of my career working on white-collar criminal...
What a Code of Conduct ‘Says’ About a Company
Like it or not, your company’s code of conduct ‘talks’ about your company — it tells a story about what the company believes it and cares about. For this reason, a company should pay close attention to the story it is telling through its code.
Leading “Connected”
Q&A with Moore & Van Allen’s Valecia McDowell CCI’s Maurice Gilbert chats with Valecia McDowell, Co-Head of the White Collar, Regulatory Defense and Investigations practice at Moore & Van Allen and a recent addition to the firm’s management committee. Valecia discusses her new role, some of the biggest risks facing companies today and what makes a good leader. About You...
Using Smart Tools to Minimize Risk
Q&A with Charles Weeden, Managing Partner at 17a-4, llc Charles Weeden is Founder and Managing Partner of e-communications compliance technology firm, 17a-4, llc. Last month, we shared a piece by Charles on how technology can be used to streamline compliance. Today, we share details on Charles’ background, as well as his thoughts on behavior analytics, competition and “sunshine policies.” Maurice...
Mammoth Risks and the Future of Compliance
Q&A with Rajeev Gubbala, Co-Founder of AppZen CCI’s Publisher, Maurice Gilbert, chats with Rajeev Gubbala, Co-Founder and Head of Engineering Operations and Compliance at AppZen. The company’s is a leader in automated audit technology, offering the first artificial intelligence (AI) solution for back-office automation. Maurice Gilbert: How did you get started on a career in compliance? Rajeev Gubbala: Well, at...
