Learn more about the transformative power of compliance and data in today’s business landscape with guest Tom Fox, President of the Compliance Podcast Network. Host Victoria Meyer delves into the evolution of compliance functions, highlighting how they have shifted from being a gold standard to a crucial component of everyday business operations. Tom shares his insights on the importance of data quality and security, especially in the context of AI and its growing role in compliance and legal frameworks. The episode also explores the challenges companies face with AI-generated information and the critical need for verification to avoid costly inaccuracies.

Victoria and Tom also discuss the pivotal role of podcasting in business, emphasizing its benefits in thought leadership, relationship building, and content creation. Tom shares his journey from a trial lawyer defending petrochemical companies to an influential voice in the compliance industry through podcasting. He draws parallels to the safety culture revolution in the 1990s and underscores the ongoing need for strong leadership in fostering an ethical compliance culture.

Join us to learn more about the following topics this week:

• Tom Fox's career journey and what led him to podcasting
• The evolution of compliance: from legal to business to data and analytics
• Trends in compliance today within the chemical and energy industries
• How do companies ensure clarity in compliance?
• The impact and risks of data analytics and AI on compliance
• The role leaders play in fostering a culture of compliance
• Five reasons to have a podcast as a business

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