

Innovation in Compliance with Tom Fox
Thomas Fox
Innovation in compliance brings you interviews with industry leading experts who are changing the way practitioners approach compliance. Host Tom Fox, the Compliance Evangelist and Voice of Compliance is driving the conversation about compliance into the 2020s and beyond with his focus on innovations for the compliance practitioner and the compliance profession. If you want to learn how to bring business solutions to compliance problems to more fully operationalize compliance, this is the podcast for you.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 21min
Adam Goslin on Navigating Security and Compliance in the Digital World
Innovation occurs across many areas, and compliance professionals need not only to be ready for it but also to embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes Adam Goslin, a seasoned IT professional who transitioned from developer to VP of IT and Infrastructure, and co-founded Total Compliance Tracking.
Adam and Tom address the complexities and challenges of security and compliance. Adam discusses how his journey into the compliance sector began with his efforts to achieve PCI compliance in his previous role, which illuminated a significant market gap for comprehensive compliance education and support. Driven by a passion to make compliance processes less burdensome, his vision for a comprehensive compliance-tracking company centers on delivering effective solutions that enable organizations to meet regulatory requirements with greater ease and efficiency. Through educational resources such as blogs and podcasts, Total Compliance Tracking demystifies the compliance process, helping organizations and individuals alike manage compliance responsibilities more effectively.
Key takeaways:
Evolution from Developer to Compliance Industry Leader
Revolutionizing Compliance Management with Bold Messaging
Comprehensive Solution for Data Control Challenges
Compliance Education Resources for Security and Compliance
Resources:
Connect with Adam Goslin
LinkedIn
Connect with Total Compliance Tracking
Website
LinkedIn
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter

Oct 21, 2025 • 24min
AI in Financial Crime and Compliance: A Deep Dive with Oracle’s Jason Somrak
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to be ready for it and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes Jason Somrak, the Chief of Product and Strategy for Financial Crime and Compliance at Oracle.
Jason elaborates on his professional background and his decade-long journey at Oracle. He delves into the transformative role of AI in combating financial crimes, exploring how AI has evolved from predicting false positives to using behavioral models and generative AI to enhance investigation processes. Their discussion touches on AI's potential to shift from detection to prevention, the impact of real-time AML, and the significance of automating noise in compliance investigations. They also discuss the importance of regulatory relationships and the emerging challenges in risk management. The episode concludes with insights into the future skills needed in compliance roles and the critical role of corporate culture in implementing AI solutions.
Key highlights:
AI’s Role in Financial Crime Prevention
Proactive vs. Reactive Approaches
AI in Investigations and Triage
Emerging Challenges in Risk Management
Future of AI in Compliance
Skills for Next-Gen Compliance Officers
Resources:
Jason Somrak on LinkedIn
Oracle Financial Services
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn

Oct 14, 2025 • 31min
Exploring Sustainable Leadership and Accountability with Gina Cotner
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to be ready for it and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Gina Cotner, the CEO and founder of Athena Executive Services, to delve into crucial leadership topics relevant to the compliance community.
The discussion covers root cause analysis (RCA), the importance of creating a culture of accountability, and effective delegation without abdicating responsibility. Gina emphasizes the significance of asking open-ended, curious questions, continuous coaching, and managing up for sustained organizational success. They also touch on the role of trust, psychological safety, and clear communication in enhancing team performance and leadership practices, making it a must-listen for compliance officers and corporate leaders.
Key highlights:
The Importance of Root Cause Analysis
Creating a Culture of Accountability
Effective Delegation Strategies
Trust, Psychological Safety, and Communication
Applying Strategies in Different Contexts
Sustainable Leadership Practices
Resources:
Gina Cotner on LinkedIn
Athena Executive Services
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn
LinkedIn
Check out my latest book, Upping Your Game-How Compliance and Risk Management Move to 2023 and Beyond, available from Amazon.com.
Innovation in Compliance was recently honored as the number 4 podcast in Risk Management by 1,000,000 Podcasts.

Oct 7, 2025 • 30min
Mastering Compliance Branding on LinkedIn: Insights from Carol Kaemmerer
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to be ready for it and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, Tom Fox is joined by returning guest Carol Kaemmerer, author of ‘LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive.’
Carol shares valuable insights on how compliance professionals can leverage LinkedIn to build their personal brand and gain credibility with senior management. She introduces her Brilliance Framework, which includes strategies such as leading with authenticity, utilizing the rule of three for memorable branding, maximizing digital real estate, and emphasizing the importance of engagement. Tune in to enhance your LinkedIn strategy and make a lasting impression in your career.
Key highlights:
Building a Compliance Professional’s Brand
Reframing Compliance Communication
Introducing the LinkedIn Brilliance Framework
Maximizing LinkedIn’s Digital Real Estate
The Importance of Visuals on LinkedIn
Engagement: The Gold of LinkedIn
Resources:
Carol Kaemmerer on LinkedIn
Carol Kaemmerer Website
LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive Second Edition
The LinkedIn Brilliance Framework™: Amplify Your Professional Presence
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter

Sep 30, 2025 • 19min
Brad Stevens: Part 2 - Building a Culture of Innovation
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox concludes a two-part series with Brad Stevens, focusing today on the innovations of Outsource Access. Brad shares his insights on how fostering a sense of belonging and recognition among employees can lead to remarkable business success. Discover how Outsource Access is redefining the outsourcing industry by prioritizing employee growth, community engagement, and cultural fit.
Key takeaways:
– 🌟 The significance of recognizing employees as individuals, not just numbers.
– 📈 Growth initiatives like SOAR and Isof that empower employees.
– 🎉 Celebrating achievements through consistent and meaningful recognition.
– 🌍 Aligning company goals with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
– 🤝 Ensuring client and employee cultural alignment for mutual success.
Highlights:
The Importance of Culture in Outsourcing
Growth and Development Initiatives
Celebration and Community Engagement
Client Experience and Cultural Fit
Consistency in Culture Implementation
Connect with Outsource Access:
🔸 Outsource Access on LinkedIn
🔸 Outsource Access website
🔸 Brad Stevens on LinkedIn
Resources:
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn
Check out my latest book, Upping Your Game-How Compliance and Risk Management Move to 2023 and Beyond, available from Amazon.com.
Innovation in Compliance was recently honored as the number 4 podcast in Risk Management by 1,000,000 Podcasts.

Sep 23, 2025 • 19min
Brad Stevens: Part 1 - Transforming Outsource Perceptions
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox begins a two-part series with Brad Stevens.
Brad is the Founder and CEO of Outsource Access, to discuss the transformative power of culture in outsourcing. Brad shares his journey from a product disaster to building a thriving business with over 500 employees in the Philippines. Discover how focusing on culture before scaling people has led to Outsource Access’s success and changed perceptions of offshoring.
Key takeaways:
– 🌍 Changing perceptions of outsourcing from sweatshops to growth opportunities.
– 🤝 The importance of treating employees well to foster loyalty and growth.
– 🌟 Building a people-centric business that prioritizes culture.
– 📈 The impact of culture on business growth and client satisfaction.
– 🏆 The ten pillars of culture that drive Outsource Access’s success.
Key highlights:
Changing Perceptions of Outsourcing
The Journey of Outsource Access
Building a People-Centric Business
The Ten Pillars of Culture
Commitment to Community and Employee Well-Being
Connect with us:
🔸 Outsource Access on LinkedIn
🔸 Outsource Access Website
🔸 Brad Stevens on LinkedIn
Resources:
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn
Check out my latest book, Upping Your Game: How Compliance and Risk Management Move to 2023 and Beyond, available from Amazon.com.

Sep 16, 2025 • 27min
Mastering High-Stakes Leadership and Communication with Corinna Hagen
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to not only be ready for it but also embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox visits with Corinna Hagen, a podcaster, author, business leader, and coach.
Corinna shares insights about her transition from management consulting to founding her own coaching business, with a focus on leadership transformation and executive communication. She discusses the launch of her book ‘High-Stakes Communication Mastery for Leaders’ and her new podcast ‘the/SHIFT for Leaders.’ The conversation delves into effective communication strategies, building trust within teams, and the importance of self-awareness. Corinna emphasizes clarity in leadership and provides practical advice, including her ‘five by five’ reflection method to improve self-awareness and leadership effectiveness.
Key highlights:
Leadership and Compliance
Effective Communication and Trust Building
Navigating Conversations on Difficult Topics
Addressing Diverse Audiences
Digital Leadership and Talent Acquisition
Strengthening Compliance Communications
Resources:
Corinna Hagen on LinkedIn
Zaradigm
High-Stakes Communication Mastery for Leaders on Amazon.com
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn
Check out my latest book, Upping Your Game-How Compliance and Risk Management Move to 2023 and Beyond, available from Amazon.com.
Innovation in Compliance was recently honored as the number 4 podcast in Risk Management by 1,000,000 Podcasts.

Sep 3, 2025 • 22min
Navigating Cybersecurity Compliance: From Physical Audits to AI Frameworks with Lori Crooks
Innovation is present in many areas, and compliance professionals must not only be prepared for it but also actively embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, host Tom Fox visits with Lori Crooks, a seasoned professional in the field of cybersecurity and audit assessments, to discuss the evolution of auditing practices from physical infrastructure to cloud and AI.
Lori shares insights from her extensive career, highlighting key federal compliance frameworks like NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-171. Lori stresses the importance of proactive compliance strategies and scalable GRC programs. As AI integration accelerates, she also addresses the challenges of adapting compliance frameworks to keep pace with technological advancements and the need to foster collaboration within organizations to effectively meet regulatory requirements.
Key highlights:
Federal Auditing Frameworks
Proactive Compliance Strategies
Scalable GRC Programs
AI and Compliance Landscape
Future of Auditing in the Age of AI
Resources:
Lori Crooks on LinkedIn
Cadra
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn
Check out my latest book, Upping Your Game-How Compliance and Risk Management Move to 2023 and Beyond, available from Amazon.com.
Innovation in Compliance was recently honored as the number 4 podcast in Risk Management by 1,000,000 Podcasts.

Sep 2, 2025 • 29min
Cybersecurity Challenges and Solutions: An In-Depth Interview with Robert Meyers
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to be ready for it and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, Tom Fox interviews Robert Meyers, a cybersecurity and privacy expert with over 30 years of experience.
Meyers shares his journey from starting in IT to becoming a prominent figure in cybersecurity, privacy, and M&A security. He recounts the evolution of cybersecurity from the 1980s to the present day, highlighting key lessons learned along the way. He discusses the philosophical divide between U.S. and European attitudes toward data privacy, the importance of a cross-functional approach to cybersecurity and privacy within companies, and how emerging technologies like agentic AI are reshaping the industry. He also shares insights from his new book, ‘Privacy Snippets for the Cybersecurity Professional,’ aimed at helping professionals bridge the gap between cybersecurity and privacy. Additionally, Meyers’s passion for Comic-Con offers a unique perspective on how creativity and community engagement can inform and enrich professional practices.
Key highlights:
Robert Meyers’ Professional Background
Early Cybersecurity Challenges
Evolution of Privacy and Security
Roles and Responsibilities in Cybersecurity
Agentic AI and Future Challenges
Comic-Con and Personal Interests
Advice for Aspiring Professionals
Resources:
Privacy Snippets for the Cybersecurity Professional on Amazon
Robert Meyers’ Profile on Amazon
Robert Meyers ‘on LinkedIn
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn

Aug 26, 2025 • 23min
Global Outsourcing and GDPR Compliance - Navigating Challenges and Opportunities with Inge Zwick
Innovation comes in many areas, and compliance professionals need to be ready for it and embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, Tom Fox interviews Inge Zwick, a senior leader from Emapta Global, a global outsourcing company, who elaborates on his experience working in different international locations, including the Philippines and now Italy.
Zwick discusses the complexities and common concerns around outsourcing under GDPR, emphasizing the importance of compliance and data protection. They explain how Emapta supports clients in achieving GDPR compliance while outsourcing, including risk assessments, data flow mapping, and maintaining secure work environments. The conversation delves into the practical aspects of handling Subject Access Requests (SARs), the integration of compliance into operational workflows, and the importance of maintaining ongoing monitoring and updates. Zwick also touches upon how ESG initiatives and compliance are seamlessly woven into Emapta’s operations, providing a sustainable approach to global outsourcing. Lastly, advice is given to business leaders on how to future-proof their outsourcing strategies in light of GDPR, encouraging them not to shy away from global talent opportunities due to compliance fears.
Key highlights:
Company Overview and Global Operations
Outsourcing and GDPR Compliance
Risk Assessment and Data Security
Subject Access Requests (SAR)
Outsourcing Contracts and GDPR Obligations
Integrating Compliance into Operations
Future-Proofing Your Outsourcing Strategy
Resources:
Connect with Inge Zwick
LinkedIn
Connect with Emapta Global
Website
LinkedIn
Tom Fox
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn


