Corporate Governance
Risk Management and Oversight for Boards
The corporate board of directors is a group of well-meaning, part-time amateurs, trying to monitor, control, and assure the work of the full-time professional managers who actually run the corporation. That means at best, your board will be several steps behind in having an accurate, current, complete insight into the company, its operations, its finances, and its dangers. At worst, you could, sometime in t..
Cyber Security Incident Response (CSIRT)
The best way forward is an efficient Incident Response Program that allows an organization to respond with speed and agility, while empowering businesses to maintain continuous operations. Such a solution also reduces revenue loss, reduces fines and lawsuits and protects brand reputation.Information Security, Governance and Risk, are all critical aspects of planning and execution of the Information Security..
Putting Board Committees to Work
The savvy business people who make up boards of directors know how to effectively run complex business operations in their “day jobs.” They hire people with proven, specialized skills and a track record of achievement. They structure and organize their efforts so talent with specific skills manage and perform specific functions, all for a smooth-running corporate machine. Yet boards of directors, who today ..
The FTC Ban on Non-Compete Agreements: What Employers Need to Know
The FTC estimates that 30 million people – one in five US workers – are bound by a noncompete clause in their current jobs. And for most of them, the agency asserts, such a clause restricts them from freely switching jobs, lowers wages, stifles innovation, blocks entrepreneurs from starting new businesses and undermines fair competition.The final rule is a somewhat narrower version of the proposed rule that..
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) - Comparing COSO and ISO
This course is all about Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) standards.COSO and ISO 31000 each represent a standard for managing risk. The key question is what do each of these standards say and most importantly how do they compare. This is the context of this course.Risk management refers to a coordinated set of activities and methods that is used to direct an organization and to control the many risks ..
Legal Compliance Beyond the Handbook: Crafting Tailored Policies for Success
Crafting tailored policies goes beyond the generic provisions found in employee handbooks. This session delves into the intricacies of legal compliance, providing a comprehensive guide to developing policies that align with organizational goals. Topics include understanding legal requirements, tailoring policies to specific industry needs, and creating a framework for ongoing policy evaluation and adaptatio..
Board Dynamics – A Key to Effective Oversight
The session will identify where things can go wrong (looking at the role of the board in several corporate scandals), and what we can do to put it right. The solutions will be in the form of board composition and processes, and a study of behaviors and how crucial they are to success or failure as a board. We look at this relative to the critical strategic function of the Board Chair, board composition, and..
What is Section 301 De Minimis? – Controversies and Possibilities
This webinar will provide a comprehensive discussion of the history and policy behind the de minimis provision; the opportunities and challenges associated with the de minimis provision; and various proposals to improve or restrict the provision.Areas Covered The webinar will coverBackground, history, and policy behind the de minimis provision under Sec. 321 of the Tariff Act of 193Details of the language i..
Managing a Union Workforce
Directors and Managers today are continually challenged in managing their union workforce. It remains extremely important for them to have and utilize their available tools and learn new tools, in order to effectively manage their employees. The information presented in this webinar will save time and money for your organization, as managers will perform more effectively, as they embrace positive employee a..
AML Model Validation
According to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), “banking organizations should conduct a periodic review-at least annually but more frequently if warranted-of each model to determine it is working as intended and if the existing activities are sufficient.” This has become known in the industry as a model validation, system validation, independent verification and validation (IVV), or just v..
Change Management Frameworks for Digital Transformation
In the dynamic and interconnected landscape of today's business world, digital transformation has emerged as a prerequisite for organizations aiming to remain relevant and competitive. In this article, we embark on a journey to explore the multifaceted realm of digital transformation and explore different frameworks of change management in guiding organizations through this transformative process.The Digita..
Conducting a Thorough Needs Analysis and Developing a Solid Compliance Training Program
The compliance culture of an organization is really important. Having a solid training program goes a long way in setting the tone. We will discuss how to conduct a needs analysis and show the benefits of doing so. Areas CoveredIntroductionNew HiresExisting staffRefresh, refresh, refreshWho Should AttendAnyone in complianceWhy Should You Attend Whenever conducting a needs analysis there are certain steps th..
Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
On this webinar you will:Understand what impostor syndrome is and how it can hold you backIdentify your type of impostor syndrome personalityLearn the 5 key principles to work through the mental and emotional blocks holding you backBe introduced to my holistic approach to managing and overcoming feelings triggered by impostor syndromeStart to learn how to build the resilience and strength to deal with uncer..
Dealing with Underperforming Directors
One of the biggest tests of the unity and collective efficacy of a board is when a fellow director is underperforming. That underperformance can manifest itself in many ways, but it inevitably has a negative impact on the wider board, the bad apple syndrome. The challenge of an underperforming director needs to be handled firmly, quickly, and sensitively as it can escalate into a wider conflict issue. This ..
Documenting Employee Problems: Effective and Defensible Documentation
You’ve heard the statement, “If it’s not written down, it didn’t happen.” The human resources mantra to managers and supervisors is to "document, document, document," because disciplinary actions can often give rise to claims of discrimination, leading to high costs of litigation. But do your managers and supervisor know how, when, and what to document? Although it may seem like a headache to write a report..