GRC Integration and Strategy - How to Integrate Governance, Risk, and Compliance into a Cohesive Strategy
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Speaker : Kevin R. Thompson
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When : Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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Time : 12 : 00 PM EST
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Kevin R. Thompson is an experienced GRC (Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance) and HITRUST Consulting Specialist with over a decade of expertise in enhancing organizations' cybersecurity and compliance frameworks. With certifications including CCSFP (Certified HITRUST CSF Practitioner) and CHSPA (Certified HIPAA Security Professional), Kevin has a proven track record of leading high-impact projects across various regulatory landscapes such as HIPAA, SOC, FEDRAMP, PCI, GDPR, and NIST.
Kevin's career spans roles as a vCISO Support Manager at Sunstone Secure, where he directed comprehensive cybersecurity initiatives, and as a GRC/HITRUST Manager at Cognizant, where he oversaw HITRUST certification and compliance projects. His proficiency in leveraging AI tools like Google Gemini and ChatGPT has empowered him to craft robust policies, training materials, and KPI presentations that align regulatory requirements with business objectives.
With strong skills in risk
management, policy development, and audit processes, Kevin brings a
wealth of experience in corporate governance, incident response, and
data privacy. His deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks,
combined with his ability to drive operational efficiency and mitigate
risks, makes him an expert in delivering impactful training and
consultancy in governance and compliance.
Certifications:
- Certified HITRUST CSF Practitioner (CCSFP)
- Certified HIPAA Security Professional Accelerated (CHSPA)
Core Competencies:
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
- Policy Development & Corporate Governance
- Incident Response & Audit Processes
GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Integration involves unifying governance, risk management, and compliance functions into a cohesive strategy that supports business objectives while managing risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Traditionally, these functions have been handled separately, leading to silos, inefficiencies, and increased complexity in managing risks and compliance across the organization. An integrated GRC approach breaks down these silos by creating a holistic framework that enhances communication, transparency, and accountability.
Governance ensures that an organization’s policies and procedures are aligned with its overall goals and objectives. It establishes the leadership, accountability, and decision-making structures necessary to guide business activities.
Risk Management identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks that could potentially impact the organization’s ability to achieve its objectives. It ensures that appropriate controls and processes are in place to minimize risk exposure and respond effectively to potential threats.
Compliance ensures that the organization adheres to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. It involves monitoring, reporting, and enforcing policies that align with external regulatory requirements and internal controls
Areas Covered
- Aligning Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Unifying these functions into a cohesive framework for better organizational control and efficiency.
- Streamlining Processes: Reducing silos and eliminating redundancies in governance, risk management, and compliance activities.
- Risk Identification and Mitigation: Enhancing the ability to identify, assess, and respond to risks across the organization.
- Regulatory Adherence: Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal policies through integrated monitoring and enforcement.
- Enhanced Decision-Making: Leveraging a holistic view of risks and governance to make informed, strategic decisions.
Who Should Attend
This training benefits compliance officers, risk managers, governance professionals, business leaders, and decision-makers responsible for aligning organizational processes with regulatory requirements. It is also valuable for IT and security teams, internal auditors, and executives seeking to streamline risk management, enhance accountability, and ensure strategic alignment with governance and compliance goals.
Why Should You Attend
Attending this session will help you learn how to streamline governance, risk management, and compliance into a unified strategy that improves decision-making, reduces risks, and ensures regulatory adherence. You'll gain practical insights to enhance efficiency, accountability, and resilience within your organization.
Topic Background
GRC Integration and Strategy focuses on aligning governance, risk management, and compliance into a unified approach that enhances decision-making, reduces risks, and ensures regulatory adherence. This integrated strategy helps organizations streamline processes, improve accountability, and achieve business goals while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.
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$160.00
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