Great Women in Compliance

In this episode of the Great Women in Compliance Podcast, Lisa Fine and Sarah Hadden (Gen X) are joined by Rebecca Anker and Emily Frank for an engaging conversation on what the next generation needs from ethics and compliance. Rebecca, Gen-Z, and Emily, a millennial, share candid insights shaped by their experiences as part of the emerging workforce. The discussion explores the real-life impact of generational influences—from questioning hierarchy and outdated practices to prioritizing transparency and usability— minimizing the traditional reliance on hierarchy. Rebecca and Emily discuss how the rising stars in the profession are taking the evolution to a collaborative, service-oriented function that partners with the business and clearly explains the why behind policies and decisions to new levels. They also discuss current topics, including creative, shorter training approaches, balancing regulatory requirements with innovation, responsible AI use, and rethinking speak-up programs. They discuss why language matters, why “whistleblower” may no longer resonate, and how normalizing the act of raising concerns can strengthen speak-up culture across generations. The episode wraps with practical advice from Rebecca and Emily for more “seasoned” compliance professionals to stay curious and engage with new voices and ideas. It is exciting to see where they and their peers will take the profession.

In this roundtable episode of the Great Women in Compliance Podcast, Lisa Fine and Ellen Hunt are joined by whistleblower attorney Mary Inman and Professor Kate Kenny from the University of Galway to explore what really happens when women speak up. Drawing on Professor Kenny’s decade-long research on whistleblowing—including recent work with Transparency International—the conversation examines why women whistleblowers often face greater challenges, which deter them from raising concerns or from deciding to leave a job, rather than speaking up. The discussion unpacks how gender stereotypes, gaslighting, and organizational culture shape how concerns are received, and why women are more likely to speak up when strong protections, anonymity, and collective reporting options are in place. Mary Inman adds a practitioner’s perspective, sharing what she sees in real cases and why many women choose to report together rather than go it alone. As Ethics and Compliance practitioners consider how to help people speak up, this episode challenges us to review our programs and make improvements to support anyone raising concerns.

#GWIC wishes all the most wonderful of holidays and a very happy, ethical & compliant New Year. @LisaFine, @HemmaLomax, @SarahHadden & @EllenHunt gathered for the #GWIC-tacular 2025 round-up roundtable. We reflected on 2025 as a year of disruption and rapidly changing public policy and on how Ethics & Compliance leaders must now, more than ever, manage the polarities we face. We expressed our gratitude for the generous and always supportive GWIC community and shared our optimism about 2026. We also unwrapped a gift that we’ll be working on in the new year. We would love to hear what you would like GWIC’s focus to be in 2026. You can hear the GWIC-tacular episode on any of these platforms: 📰 Corporate Compliance Insights 🎙️ Compliance Podcast Network 🍏 Apple 🎧 Spotify 📺 YouTube

Today, we have a special joint episode of GWIC and Everything Compliance. Lisa Fine and Hemma Lomax recently joined Matt Kelly and Jonathan Marks for an episode of Everything Compliance (Episode 162—the Numbers Numbers Numbers edition), which will post on Thursday, December 4. We are cross-posting the episode here on Great Women in Compliance. Lisa Fine, Hemma Lomax, Matt Kelly, and Jonathan Marks each bring a unique perspective to the discussion of corporate corruption and the intersection with drug cartels, as exemplified by the Millicom Cellular case. Lisa highlights the need to understand the risks associated with smaller markets and the complexities of joint ventures, advocating for enhanced compliance education and vigilance to mitigate cartel-related corruption. Hemma underscores the importance of integrating proactive compliance measures and automation, promoting "everyday integrity as a service" to preempt issues like bribery and data leakage. Meanwhile, Matt and Jonathan focus on the structural vulnerabilities in governance and the critical need for transparency and robust monitoring systems to prevent the entanglement of corporate operations with cartel activities, cautioning against underestimating the risks in seemingly low-revenue markets. Highlights include: Millicom Cellular: Corporate Corruption and Cartel Connections Enhancing Compliance through Systematic Involvement Strategies” AI-Driven Real-Time Risk Detection in Compliance Enhancing Governance to Prevent Sports Betting Scandals Regulatory Changes in the Global Compliance Environment AI-Enhanced Policy Clarity and Management Techniques Raves and Rants

In this episode of Great Women in Compliance, co-hosts Lisa Fine and Hemma Lomax get a special preview of the 42nd Annual ACI Conference on the FCPA and Global Anti-Corruption. They are joined by two of the conference's distinguished speakers: Sandra Moser, Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius and former Chief of the DOJ’s Fraud Section, and Kimberly Parker, Partner and Co-Chair of the White-Collar Defense & Investigations practice at WilmerHale. Sandra and Kimberly share their personal journeys into the white-collar and compliance space, discuss why this conference is a "must-attend" event in the anti-corruption world, and dive deep into their upcoming session topics. Kimberly explores how companies are re-evaluating resource allocation as global priorities evolve, while Sandra tackles the critical compliance challenges of operating in China amid geopolitical tensions. This episode is a must-listen for practical insights on shifting DOJ expectations, the future of compliance, and tips for any first-time attendees Highlights include: * Sandra and Kimberly’s Journeys to Compliance * Spotlight on the ACI FCPA Conference: * Evolving Priorities & Resource Allocation * Navigating Compliance in China * The Future of Compliance Resources: ACI’s 42nd Annual Conference on the FCPA and Global Anti-Corruption (December, Washington, DC - https://www.americanconference.com/fcpa-dc/ * Morgan, Lewis & Bockius: https://www.morganlewis.com/bios/sandramoser * WilmerHale: https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/people/kimberly-parker Biographies Sandra Moser is a corporate investigations authority and trial lawyer who co-leads the firm’s global white collar and investigations practice. She is former chief of the US Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) Criminal Division, Fraud Section in Washington, DC, and a former Assistant US Attorney (AUSA) for the District of New Jersey. She defends companies, boards, and executives in a wide range of matters—including healthcare and federal program fraud, the False Claims Act (FCA), the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), securities, commodities, and anti-money laundering—involving the DOJ, state attorneys general offices, US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), US Congress, and other domestic and international enforcement agencies. Kimberly A. Parker's practice focuses on white-collar criminal matters, internal corporate investigations, and compliance counseling. Ms. Parker is vice chair of the firm's Litigation/Controversy Department, co-chair of the White Collar Defense and Investigations Practice, and co-leads the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and Anti-Corruption Practice. Ms. Parker is also co-chair of the firm's Pro Bono and Community Service Committee. Ms. Parker represents clients in a range of criminal and enforcement matters and also provides compliance and governance advice. She has conducted internal investigations in the United States, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America. She has represented companies and individuals in a variety of FCPA enforcement matters. She also regularly counsels clients facing difficult FCPA issues in a variety of business contexts, and assists clients in developing and implementing FCPA compliance programs and conducting FCPA training. She is a regular speaker at FCPA events.