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?

Financial journalist Gemma Boothroyd joins us to discuss her groundbreaking book in the works, The Hidden Risk Economy. Challenging the stereotype that women are risk-averse, Gemma reveals how women not only invest better than men but also face systemic barriers in the financial landscape. With insights on the $600 billion gender investing gap and the potential impact of a $50 trillion horizontal wealth transfer to women, she sheds light on women's risk intelligence in entrepreneurship and whistleblowing. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that redefines risk!

SHOW NOTES
00:25 Career Journey
01:49 Challenging Risk Aversion Myths
04:30 The Gender Investing Gap
08:33 Recognizing Women's Risk Intelligence
10:58 The Impact of Women in Leadership
32:11 The Horizontal Wealth Transfer

Jodie Arthur and Melissa Stewart are non-executive directors at ICMEC Australia. ICMEC combats online child sexual exploitation, collaborating with financial services, law enforcement, and other stakeholders. Jodie discusses the systemic issue of child exploitation and the importance of collective action and compliance by design. Melissa emphasizes the interconnectedness of child exploitation and modern slavery, advocating for integrated ESG frameworks and collaboration with tech companies. They highlight ICMEC's Lighthouse project, which transforms global data into actionable insights for banks to detect and disrupt child sexual exploitation.

SHOW NOTES
01:24 Career Journey
13:52 Role of ICMEC and Its Focus
18:07 Intersection of Child Sexual Exploitation and Financial Services
28:10 Best Practices and Collaboration
31:52 Final Advice for GRC Professionals

Get Transcript and Resources: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/07/podcast-s8e10-business-leadership-in-preventing-child-sexual-exploitation/

Kimberley Cole welcomes the dynamic duo of Carol Beaumier and Bernadine Reese from Protiviti for an engaging mid-year check-in on compliance predictions for 2025. With the ever-evolving landscape of risk regulation, they dive into pressing topics like the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, the complexities of financial crime, and the importance of operational resilience. Get ready for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable perspectives on navigating the challenges of the industry!

SHOW NOTES
00:24 Mid-Year Check-In on 2025 Compliance Predictions
08:48 Regulatory Simplification & Resourcing
13:54 ESG Slows
21:33 Regulatory Fragmentation
23:55 AI as a Game Changer
29:05 Culture and Conduct
30:17 Peripheral Vision and Future Predictions

Zoë Newman, Regional Managing Director, EMEA and Global Co-Head of the Financial Investigations Practice at Kroll, discussed her 25-year career at the firm, focusing on complex fraud investigations in emerging markets. She highlighted the rise of organized crime using AI and social engineering to target corporates, emphasizing the need for better employee training and data monitoring. Newman noted the growing importance of supply chain risk, bribery and corruption, and culture investigations.

SHOW NOTES
01:16 Career Journey
14:40 Evolution & Challenges in Corporate Fraud
25:45 Trends & Opportunities in Corporate Investigations
30:48 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Kimberley Cole hosts David Pope to discuss his journey from BBC to founding All Voice Talent, offering voice and presence training. Pope emphasizes the importance of recording your voice to build confidence and improve communication skills. He highlights techniques like breathing and practical exercises to enhance voice projection and clarity. Pope also shares insights on overcoming public speaking fears and the significance of authenticity and engagement in high-stakes presentations, including panels and video recordings. He encourages everyone to embrace public speaking opportunities to advance their careers.

SHOW NOTES
00:24 Career Journey
06:44 Changing Your Relationship with Your Voice
09:06 From Doubt to Confidence
11:46 Impactful Communication Techniques
19:48 Effective Panel Participation & Moderation
29:45 Overcoming Public Speaking Fear
35:38 Final Takeaways