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 NOTES
01:32 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/

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/

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 NOTES
01:25 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?