Creativity and Compliance

Where does creativity fit into compliance? It can be found in more places than you might expect. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection – they all take creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance, part of the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network. Ronnie’s company, Learnings and Entertainment, utilizes the entertainment devices people use to consume information in their everyday, non-work lives and applies it to important topics around compliance and ethics. It is not only about being funny. It is about changing the tone of your compliance communications and messaging to make your compliance program, policies, and resources more accessible. In this episode, Tom and Ronnie discuss the evolution of compliance roles from merely cleaning up messes to becoming integral business advisors and coaches. They emphasize the necessity of showcasing value through proactive, positive communication and using creative, engaging methods. They highlight insights from the Global Ethics Summit and delve into the importance of humor, human connection, and innovative compliance training and interaction approaches. The episode points out the importance of transitioning compliance perceptions within organizations and offers practical, cost-effective ways for compliance officers to engage, educate, and support their colleagues. Key highlights: * From Cleaning Up Messes to Becoming Advisors * The Role of AI in Compliance * Advertising Your Role as Advisors * Using Humor and Creativity in Compliance * Engaging Communication Strategies * Low-Cost, High-Impact Compliance Ideas Resources:  Ronnie * Ronnie Feldman (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-feldman-8b7357/] * Learnings & Entertainments (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/learnings-&-entertainments-llc/]  * Ronnie Feldman (Twitter) [https://twitter.com/L_E_Creative] * Learnings & Entertainments (Website) [http://learningsentertainments.com/] * Compliance Confessions [https://learningsentertainments.com/demo/compliance-confessions-promo-video/] – inspired by “Mean Tweets” these 90-second commercials address misconceptions and excuses to promote speak up culture and the E&C team as positive and helpful. * E&C Training Jams [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/ethics-compliance-training-jams/] – a soulful singer banters with ethics & compliance explaining policies, sharing examples and debunking excuses.  * Tales from the Hotline [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/tales-from-the-hotline/] – Real speak up-themed stories about workplace behavior gone wrong. * Workplace Tonight Show! [https://workplacetonight.com/] – E&C meets SNL Weekend Update explaining corporate risk topics and why employees should care. * 60-Second Communication & Awareness Shorts [http://learningsentertainments.com/suites/] – A variety of short, customizable, music and multimedia, quick-hitter “commercials” promoting integrity, compliance, speaking up and the E&C team as helpful advisors and coaches. * Custom Live & Digital Programing [http://learningsentertainments.com/productions/] – Custom creative programming that balances the seriousness of the subject matter with a more engaging delivery. After all, you can’t bore people into learning.  Tom Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/voiceofcompliance] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/compliancepodcastnetwork] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0-IWb69P1srF_uZOmGtBfQ] Twitter [https://www.twitter.com/tfoxlaw] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasfox13/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection – they all take creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance, part of the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network. Ronnie’s company, Learnings, and Entertainment, utilizes the entertainment devices people use to consume information in their everyday, non-work lives and apply it to important topics around compliance and ethics. It is not only about being funny. It is about changing the tone of your compliance communications and messaging to make your compliance program, policies, and resources more accessible. In this episode of Creativity and Compliance, Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman are joined by Virginia MacSuibhne, former Chief Compliance Officer for Roche and Agilent Technologies. Virginia shares her unique approach to making compliance accessible, engaging, and fun. Emphasizing the importance of a personal brand, she discusses her philosophy of authenticity and how it translates into creating clear, actionable, and enjoyable guidance. Her unconventional methods, including using infographics, breaking down complex policies, and injecting humor and personal interests, have significantly impacted employee engagement and compliance culture. Virginia highlights the critical role of user experience (UX) in compliance, urging practitioners to rethink their policies and communication strategies. She shares anecdotes of her creative initiatives, such as wearing a unicorn costume to training sessions, integrating compliance messages into existing training programs, and making hotline experiences as user-friendly as possible. Her mantra, ‘What makes you weird makes you wonderful,’ encourages compliance professionals to bring their unique selves to their work to foster a more approachable and effective compliance environment. Key highlights: * Virginia’s Philosophy on Compliance * Creating an Engaging Compliance Program * Simplifying Policies and Procedures * Innovative Training and Communication Techniques * Overcoming Pushback and Building a Business Case Resources: Virginia MacSuibhne on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginia-macsuibhne-jd-ccep-599a927/] Ronnie: * Ronnie Feldman (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-feldman-8b7357/] * Learnings & Entertainments (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/learnings-&-entertainments-llc/]  * Ronnie Feldman (Twitter) [https://twitter.com/L_E_Creative] * Learnings & Entertainments (Website) [http://learningsentertainments.com/] * Compliance Confessions [https://learningsentertainments.com/demo/compliance-confessions-promo-video/] – inspired by “Mean Tweets,” these 90-second commercials address misconceptions and excuses to promote speak-up culture and the E&C team as positive and helpful. * E&C Training Jams [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/ethics-compliance-training-jams/] – a soulful singer banters with ethics & compliance, explaining policies, sharing examples, and debunking excuses.  * Tales from the Hotline [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/tales-from-the-hotline/] – Real speak up-themed stories about workplace behavior gone wrong. * Workplace Tonight Show! [https://workplacetonight.com/] – E&C meets SNL Weekend Update, explaining corporate risk topics and why employees should care. * 60-Second Communication & Awareness Shorts [http://learningsentertainments.com/suites/] – A variety of short, customizable, music and multimedia, quick-hitter “commercials” promoting integrity, compliance, speaking up, and the E&C team as helpful advisors and coaches. * Custom Live & Digital Programing [http://learningsentertainments.com/productions/] – Custom creative programming that balances the seriousness of the subject matter with a more engaging delivery. After all, you can’t bore people into learning. Tom Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/voiceofcompliance] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/compliancepodcastnetwork] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0-IWb69P1srF_uZOmGtBfQ] Twitter [https://www.twitter.com/tfoxlaw] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasfox13/] Creativity and Compliance was recently honored as one of the Top 35 Podcasts on Creativity by Feedspot [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGUaFRhI5hca2cgb%2FuYbxuKUT%2BsbFxbqGAb3F%2F3jRce4ZCDq60no5RvdyhrS6A7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLT%2BFj%2BEFb99pddLBVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIubkFdXGH9DVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection—they all take creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance, part of the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network. Ronnie’s company, Learnings, and Entertainment, utilizes the entertainment devices people use to consume information in their everyday, non-work lives and applies it to important topics around compliance and ethics. It is not only about being funny. It is about changing the tone of your compliance communications and messaging to make your compliance program, policies, and resources more accessible. In this episode of Creativity and Compliance, Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman are joined by Katie Lawler, EVP and Global Chief Ethics Officer at U.S. Bank. They deeply dive into the importance of creativity in corporate ethics programs, particularly how innovative approaches help engage employees and drive behavior change. Katie shares insights on embedding ethics into daily operations, discussing successful initiatives like the ‘Ethics RideShare’ video series and ‘Ethics Mythbusters.’ They highlight balancing creativity with budget constraints, leveraging internal communication channels, and humanizing the ethics office to foster a more approachable environment. Tune in to discover actionable tips for making your compliance programs more engaging and effective. Key highlights: * The Value of Creativity in Ethics Programs * Ethics Rideshare: A Creative Initiative * Humanizing Leadership During the Pandemic * Ethics Mythbusters: Debunking Common Misconceptions Resources: Katie Lawler on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-lawler-6b90689/]  Ronnie * Ronnie Feldman (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-feldman-8b7357/] * Learnings & Entertainments (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/learnings-&-entertainments-llc/]  * Ronnie Feldman (Twitter) [https://twitter.com/L_E_Creative] * Learnings & Entertainments (Website) [http://learningsentertainments.com/] * Compliance Confessions [https://learningsentertainments.com/demo/compliance-confessions-promo-video/] – inspired by “Mean Tweets,” these 90-second commercials address misconceptions and excuses to promote speak-up culture and the E&C team as positive and helpful. * E&C Training Jams [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/ethics-compliance-training-jams/] – a soulful singer banters with ethics & compliance, explaining policies, sharing examples, and debunking excuses.  * Tales from the Hotline [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/tales-from-the-hotline/] – Real speak-up-themed stories about workplace behavior gone wrong. * Workplace Tonight Show! [https://workplacetonight.com/] – E&C meets SNL Weekend Update, explaining corporate risk topics and why employees should care. * 60-Second Communication & Awareness Shorts [http://learningsentertainments.com/suites/] – A variety of short, customizable, music and multimedia, quick-hitter “commercials” promoting integrity, compliance, speaking up, and the E&C team as helpful advisors and coaches. * Custom Live & Digital Programing [http://learningsentertainments.com/productions/] – Custom creative programming that balances the seriousness of the subject matter with a more engaging delivery. After all, you can’t bore people into learning.  Tom Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/voiceofcompliance] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/compliancepodcastnetwork] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0-IWb69P1srF_uZOmGtBfQ] Twitter [https://www.twitter.com/tfoxlaw] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasfox13/] Creativity and Compliance was recently honored as one of the Top 35 Podcasts on Creativity by Feedspot [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGUaFRhI5hca2cgb%2FuYbxuKUT%2BsbFxbqGAb3F%2F3jRce4ZCDq60no5RvdyhrS6A7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLT%2BFj%2BEFb99pddLBVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIubkFdXGH9DVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection—they all take creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance, part of the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network. Ronnie’s company, Learnings and Entertainment, utilizes the entertainment devices people use to consume information in their everyday, non-work lives and apply it to important topics around compliance and ethics. It is not only about being funny. It is about changing the tone of your compliance communications and messaging to make your compliance program, policies, and resources more accessible. In this episode of Creativity and Compliance, Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman take up the challenge of adding spice to your compliance program and discuss the importance of adding creativity and ‘spice’ to corporate compliance programs. They explore how standard compliance elements like policies, training, and communications often fail to engage employees effectively. By integrating playful, positive, and humorous elements, companies can make their compliance programs more digestible and engaging, leading to better adherence and fewer issues. Examples include short videos, infographics, and interactive games to convey important messages. They emphasize the need for regular, engaging content that employees will look forward to, transforming the compliance department into a trusted, supportive resource. Key highlights: * The Epiphany: Ingredients for Compliance * Adding Spice to Compliance Programs * Different Ways to Spice Up Compliance * Creative Approaches to Compliance Training * Engaging and Fun Compliance Strategies Resources: Ronnie * Ronnie Feldman (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-feldman-8b7357/] * Learnings & Entertainments (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/learnings-&-entertainments-llc/]  * Ronnie Feldman (Twitter) [https://twitter.com/L_E_Creative] * Learnings & Entertainments (Website) [http://learningsentertainments.com/] * Compliance Confessions [https://learningsentertainments.com/demo/compliance-confessions-promo-video/] – inspired by “Mean Tweets,” these 90-second commercials address misconceptions and excuses to promote speak-up culture and the E&C team as positive and helpful. * E&C Training Jams [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/ethics-compliance-training-jams/] – a soulful singer banters with ethics & compliance, explaining policies, sharing examples, and debunking excuses.  * Tales from the Hotline [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/tales-from-the-hotline/] – Real speak-up-themed stories about workplace behavior gone wrong. * Workplace Tonight Show! [https://workplacetonight.com/] – E&C meets SNL Weekend Update, explaining corporate risk topics and why employees should care. * 60-Second Communication & Awareness Shorts [http://learningsentertainments.com/suites/] – A variety of short, customizable music and multimedia, quick-hitter “commercials” promoting integrity, compliance, speaking up, and the E&C team as helpful advisors and coaches. * Custom Live & Digital Programing [http://learningsentertainments.com/productions/] – Custom creative programming that balances the seriousness of the subject matter with a more engaging delivery. After all, you can’t bore people into learning. Tom Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/voiceofcompliance] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/compliancepodcastnetwork] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0-IWb69P1srF_uZOmGtBfQ] Twitter [https://www.twitter.com/tfoxlaw] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasfox13/] Creativity and Compliance was recently honored as one of the Top 35 Podcasts on Creativity by Feedspot [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGUaFRhI5hca2cgb%2FuYbxuKUT%2BsbFxbqGAb3F%2F3jRce4ZCDq60no5RvdyhrS6A7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLT%2BFj%2BEFb99pddLBVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIubkFdXGH9DVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection—they all take creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance, part of the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network. Ronnie’s company, Learnings and Entertainment, utilizes the entertainment devices people use to consume information in their everyday, non-work lives and apply it to important topics around compliance and ethics. It is not only about being funny. It is about changing the tone of your compliance communications and messaging to make your compliance program, policies, and resources more accessible. In this episode of Creativity and Compliance, Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman take up the challenge handed down by Hui Chen in light of the administration’s suspension of FCPA enforcement to up their compliance game. Ronnie begins by advocating for a transformation in compliance training, suggesting a shift from traditional e-learning methods to engaging communication campaigns emphasizing a Speak Up Culture and seamlessly integrating compliance into daily business operations. He believes that by using short, entertaining formats and training leaders to present content playfully, compliance can become more interesting and effective, positioning compliance professionals as valuable assets through proactive engagement and collaboration. Tom underscores the importance of compliance professionals being approachable and communicative, serving as problem solvers who collaborate with business units to achieve unexpected, beneficial outcomes. Both experts agree that by humanizing the compliance function and focusing on values and behaviors, compliance professionals can enhance their programs and contribute significantly to organizational success. Key highlights: * Engaging Communication Campaigns for Compliance Training * Strategic Communication for Compliance Professionals * Cultivating Proactive Compliance Culture through Training Programs * Strategic Engagement for Compliance Professionals Resources: Ronnie * Ronnie Feldman (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-feldman-8b7357/] * Learnings & Entertainments (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/company/learnings-&-entertainments-llc/]  * Ronnie Feldman (Twitter) [https://twitter.com/L_E_Creative] * Learnings & Entertainments (Website) [http://learningsentertainments.com/] * Compliance Confessions [https://learningsentertainments.com/demo/compliance-confessions-promo-video/] – inspired by “Mean Tweets” these 90-second commercials address misconceptions and excuses to promote speak up culture and the E&C team as positive and helpful. * E&C Training Jams [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/ethics-compliance-training-jams/] – a soulful singer banters with ethics & compliance explaining policies, sharing examples and debunking excuses.  * Tales from the Hotline [https://learningsentertainments.com/le-suites/tales-from-the-hotline/] – Real speak up-themed stories about workplace behavior gone wrong. * Workplace Tonight Show! [https://workplacetonight.com/] – E&C meets SNL Weekend Update explaining corporate risk topics and why employees should care. * 60-Second Communication & Awareness Shorts [http://learningsentertainments.com/suites/] – A variety of short, customizable, music and multimedia, quick-hitter “commercials” promoting integrity, compliance, speaking up and the E&C team as helpful advisors and coaches. * Custom Live & Digital Programing [http://learningsentertainments.com/productions/] – Custom creative programming that balances the seriousness of the subject matter with a more engaging delivery. After all, you can’t bore people into learning. Tom Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/voiceofcompliance] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/compliancepodcastnetwork] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0-IWb69P1srF_uZOmGtBfQ] Twitter [https://www.twitter.com/tfoxlaw] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasfox13/] For more information on the Ethico ROI Calculator and a free White Paper on the ROI of Compliance, click here [https://pages.ethico.com/cpn]. Creativity and Compliance was recently honored as one of the Top 35 Podcasts on Creativity by Feedspot [https://www.feedspot.com/fs/tk/GEbRwGUaFRhI5hca2cgb%2FuYbxuKUT%2BsbFxbqGAb3F%2F3jRce4ZCDq60no5RvdyhrS6A7A9Y9S8PYR3R9KHAkj2RdWCPChI%2BLlVSAVSAUIWscVR%2FnkoVkiKhMUIFLT%2BFj%2BEFb99pddLBVVIBVIBQhaDN4h%2BuWTTRwaIubkFdXGH9DVQQfykSYZ6EQXFkYYClj%2BE0H57Y9SH%2BIRJSpVCdIm%2Fx5OAO%2BlXiM%3D]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]