In this episode of The FincTank, Jessica sits down with Ray Blake—co-host of the acclaimed Dark Money Files podcast and a leading voice in anti-financial crime—to discuss his unconventional journey into the world of financial crime prevention, the power of empathy in compliance training, and the realities of contracting versus corporate life. Ray shares behind-the-scenes stories about his partnership with Graham Barrow, the origins of their podcast, and the impact of their work on the industry. The conversation dives into topics like pig butchering scams, the challenges of UK company formation, the evolution of compliance tech, and the importance of thinking like a criminal to stay ahead. With humor, candor, and practical advice, Ray offers a unique perspective on fighting financial crime and building a meaningful career in compliance.

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In this episode of The Finc Tank, we sit down with Ross Longmore, Director of AML, Fraud, Sanctions, and Ongoing Monitoring at Tide. Ross takes us on a candid journey through his career, from growing up in Yorkshire and studying maths at university to unexpectedly finding his way into financial crime at KPMG.

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In this episode of The FincTank, we sit down with Jason Holt, a seasoned leader who has navigated the worlds of banking, consulting, asset management, and cutting-edge financial technology. Jason shares candid insights from his career journey - from working at global institutions like JPMorgan and M&G to taking on transformative roles at Exeger.

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Jessica@fincselect.com

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