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In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Tod McDonald. He is the Founder and General Manager for Investigations at Valid8 Financial. With over two decades of experience, Tod has held leadership roles such as CFO, COO, and Principal in various organizations including Global Baristas and Cascade Capital Group. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington and is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor. His expertise spans finance, corporate restructuring, and financial investigations.

In this episode, we delve into a Ponzi scheme case that led to the founding of Valid8, exploring how his team used forensic techniques to trace missing funds. Tod also discusses the evolving landscape of financial crimes, the role of AI in investigations, and best practices for compliance professionals to stay ahead of fraud schemes.

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In this episode, the guest on the podcast is Girish Mallya with whom we spoke about compliance and the importance of coaching. Girish has over 25 years of experience in banking and finance in various roles. He deeply understands the dynamics and various processes related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Compliance in Banking and Money Service Businesses. He has led successful programs, earning three ATD Awards, and holds certifications including CAMS and CAME. With a Law degree and extensive training experience, he has delivered programs for over 4000 professionals. With his vast knowledge and interpersonal skills, he is a great coach.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallyagirish/
Financial Crime Digest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/financial-crimes-digest-7054799627702681600/

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In this episode, we dive into the world of compliance and the future of governance risk and compliance (GRC) with Dorian Cougias, co-founder of the Unified Compliance Framework.

As a pioneer researcher, award-winning author, and charismatic speaker, Dorian brings a blend of deep knowledge, innovative thinking, and a dash of humor to the often complex world of compliance.

With a career decorated with groundbreaking achievements – from designing the world's largest compliance database to authoring over twenty patents – Dorian is a luminary in the field.

This episode delves into the impact of AI on compliance, noting that while AI facilitates faster processes, there's a crucial need for governance around AI-driven decisions.

Website: unifiedcompliance.com

Dorian Cougias on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcougias/

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