Compliance Time

Send a Text Message to Denitsa and Compliance Time. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1058062/open_sms] In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Tod McDonald. He is the Founder and General Manager for Investigations at Valid8 Financial. With over two decades of experience, Tod has held leadership roles such as CFO, COO, and Principal in various organizations including Global Baristas and Cascade Capital Group. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington and is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor. His expertise spans finance, corporate restructuring, and financial investigations. In this episode, we delve into a Ponzi scheme case that led to the founding of Valid8, exploring how his team used forensic techniques to trace missing funds. Tod also discusses the evolving landscape of financial crimes, the role of AI in investigations, and best practices for compliance professionals to stay ahead of fraud schemes.  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1058062/support]

Send a Text Message to Denitsa and Compliance Time. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1058062/open_sms] In this episode, the guest on the podcast is Girish Mallya with whom we spoke about compliance and the importance of coaching. Girish has over 25 years of experience in banking and finance in various roles. He deeply understands the dynamics and various processes related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Compliance in Banking and Money Service Businesses. He has led successful programs, earning three ATD Awards, and holds certifications including CAMS and CAME. With a Law degree and extensive training experience, he has delivered programs for over 4000 professionals. With his vast knowledge and interpersonal skills, he is a great coach.  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallyagirish/ Financial Crime Digest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/financial-crimes-digest-7054799627702681600/ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1058062/support]

Send a Text Message to Denitsa and Compliance Time. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1058062/open_sms] In this episode, we dive into the world of compliance and the future of governance risk and compliance (GRC) with Dorian Cougias, co-founder of the Unified Compliance Framework. As a pioneer researcher, award-winning author, and charismatic speaker, Dorian brings a blend of deep knowledge, innovative thinking, and a dash of humor to the often complex world of compliance. With a career decorated with groundbreaking achievements – from designing the world's largest compliance database to authoring over twenty patents – Dorian is a luminary in the field. This episode delves into the impact of AI on compliance, noting that while AI facilitates faster processes, there's a crucial need for governance around AI-driven decisions. Website: unifiedcompliance.com Dorian Cougias on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcougias/ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1058062/support]

Send a Text Message to Denitsa and Compliance Time. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1058062/open_sms] Guest on the podcast is a passionate compliance specialist who has experience in the first and second line of defense: Ekta Singh. She brings a wealth of knowledge and awareness of ethics, compliance, business management, current industry trends, and technological advancement in the Fintech, regulatory compliance, and RegTech areas. Ekta has a forward-looking approach to managing compliance and operational challenges. She has been in the Financial Industry for more than a decade and in her professional career she adored the role of Financial advisor, supervisor, Sales management, business head, and Risk & Compliance head. Her positive can-do attitude and problem-solving nature bring more to the table and she advocates that there is a thin line between business and good business. She holds 3 Master's Degrees, ACAMS and ICA certificates. She is also a Subcommittee member of Regtech at the Singapore Fintech Association, Active working group member of ACCESS, AML working group member at Global Digital Finance (GDF), Trainer at RHT academy and Fintelekt focussing on ethics & compliance, fraud management, risk assessment, and AML/CFT.  She also volunteers as a mentor at the iLead program and Stories of Asia (SOA). LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ekta-singh-cams-mba-ica-01bba13/ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1058062/support]

Send a Text Message to Denitsa and Compliance Time. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1058062/open_sms] For the second time on the podcast, we have guests from the Silent Eight. With us now are Lyndon Reid and Pak Teng Chow. Lyndon is a seasoned professional with a real passion for sales, business development, and helping companies navigate the complex world of legal and compliance. Prior to joining Silent Eight, he made waves as the VP of Sales & Marketing at Uncharted, where he dove headfirst into the world of digital distribution technology for the insurance sector. He's also made his mark at big players like Manulife and Allianz Partners, leading alternative and affinity distribution efforts across the Asia Pacific. But let's not forget his earlier years, where he served as a Barrister at the Sydney Bar and held various legal roles in both private practice and in-house for global financial institutions. We are also joined by Pak, Silent Eight's dynamic sales director who's leading the quest for expansion into the SEA market. Beyond his role at Silent Eight, Pak actively contributes to the Singapore FinTech Association as a member of the RegTech subcommittee. Pak is truly passionate about AI and automation, always striving to achieve more with less effort. As you'll hear today, he's brimming with enthusiasm when discussing the future of work, technology, AI, compliance, and the endless possibilities they offer. With his diverse entrepreneurial background in F&B, Mobile Games, Blockchain Education, IoT Vending Machines, and Marketing Agency, Pak brings a fresh perspective and a treasure trove of insights to the table. LinkedIn Lyndon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndonr/ LinkedIn Pak: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pakteng/ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1058062/support]