Being Risk Intelligent with Gemma Boothroyd

In this episode, we demystify the often misunderstood world of surveillance in financial services with Emily Wright, a leading expert in compliance and risk management. Emily breaks down the complexities of employee surveillance, highlighting its real value beyond mere compliance theater. She emphasizes the critical role of human behavior in shaping effective risk management strategies. Join us as we explore how understanding these dynamics can transform your organization’s approach to surveillance and foster a culture of integrity and accountability. SHOW NOTES01:25 Career Journey 08:18 Behind the Screens Book 11:43 Obstacles for Trade Surveillance 14:11 Changes for Comms Surveillance 17:35 Technology & AI Influences 22:42 Do the 3 Lines of Defense Hold?

Financial journalist Gemma Boothroyd joins us to discuss her groundbreaking book in the works, The Hidden Risk Economy. Challenging the stereotype that women are risk-averse, Gemma reveals how women not only invest better than men but also face systemic barriers in the financial landscape. With insights on the $600 billion gender investing gap and the potential impact of a $50 trillion horizontal wealth transfer to women, she sheds light on women's risk intelligence in entrepreneurship and whistleblowing. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that redefines risk! SHOW NOTES 00:25 Career Journey 01:49 Challenging Risk Aversion Myths 04:30 The Gender Investing Gap 08:33 Recognizing Women's Risk Intelligence 10:58 The Impact of Women in Leadership 32:11 The Horizontal Wealth Transfer

Jodie Arthur and Melissa Stewart are non-executive directors at ICMEC Australia. ICMEC combats online child sexual exploitation, collaborating with financial services, law enforcement, and other stakeholders. Jodie discusses the systemic issue of child exploitation and the importance of collective action and compliance by design. Melissa emphasizes the interconnectedness of child exploitation and modern slavery, advocating for integrated ESG frameworks and collaboration with tech companies. They highlight ICMEC’s Lighthouse project, which transforms global data into actionable insights for banks to detect and disrupt child sexual exploitation.   SHOW NOTES01:24 Career Journey 13:52 Role of ICMEC and Its Focus 18:07 Intersection of Child Sexual Exploitation and Financial Services 28:10 Best Practices and Collaboration 31:52 Final Advice for GRC Professionals Get Transcript and Resources: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/07/podcast-s8e10-business-leadership-in-preventing-child-sexual-exploitation/

Kimberley Cole welcomes the dynamic duo of Carol Beaumier and Bernadine Reese from Protiviti for an engaging mid-year check-in on compliance predictions for 2025. With the ever-evolving landscape of risk regulation, they dive into pressing topics like the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, the complexities of financial crime, and the importance of operational resilience. Get ready for an inspiring conversation filled with valuable perspectives on navigating the challenges of the industry! SHOW NOTES 00:24 Mid-Year Check-In on 2025 Compliance Predictions 08:48 Regulatory Simplification & Resourcing 13:54 ESG Slows 21:33 Regulatory Fragmentation 23:55 AI as a Game Changer 29:05 Culture and Conduct 30:17 Peripheral Vision and Future Predictions

Zoë Newman, Regional Managing Director, EMEA and Global Co-Head of the Financial Investigations Practice at Kroll, discussed her 25-year career at the firm, focusing on complex fraud investigations in emerging markets. She highlighted the rise of organized crime using AI and social engineering to target corporates, emphasizing the need for better employee training and data monitoring. Newman noted the growing importance of supply chain risk, bribery and corruption, and culture investigations. SHOW NOTES 01:16 Career Journey 14:40 Evolution & Challenges in Corporate Fraud 25:45 Trends & Opportunities in Corporate Investigations 30:48 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Kimberley Cole hosts David Pope to discuss his journey from BBC to founding All Voice Talent, offering voice and presence training. Pope emphasizes the importance of recording your voice to build confidence and improve communication skills. He highlights techniques like breathing and practical exercises to enhance voice projection and clarity. Pope also shares insights on overcoming public speaking fears and the significance of authenticity and engagement in high-stakes presentations, including panels and video recordings. He encourages everyone to embrace public speaking opportunities to advance their careers. SHOW NOTES00:24 Career Journey 06:44 Changing Your Relationship with Your Voice 09:06 From Doubt to Confidence 11:46 Impactful Communication Techniques 19:48 Effective Panel Participation & Moderation 29:45 Overcoming Public Speaking Fear 35:38 Final Takeaways

In this episode of Risky Women Radio, Dame Inga Beale discusses her transformative leadership at Lloyd's of London, where she introduced technology to modernize the 325-year-old company. She emphasizes the importance of agility, resilience, and listening in leadership. Beale also reflects on her career trajectory, highlighting the impact of early promotions and the challenges of gender biases. She advises young women to focus on performance, image, and exposure to succeed in business. Beale underscores the need for organizations to listen to their employees and set measurable targets to drive progress. SHOW NOTES02:06 Challenges in Company Transformation 05:43 Agile Approach to Transformation 07:44 Leadership Skills for Transformation 11:36 Future Leadership Skills 16:18 Handling Biases in the Workplace 22:27 Advice for Young Women Aspiring to Leadership Roles

Rhea Sharma, winner of the Risky Women Write competition, discussed the human costs of offshoring GRC functions. She highlighted the disparity in pay between offshore and onshore employees, noting that offshore employees often face an illusion of progress. Rhea emphasized the need for fair pay, transparency, and inclusion in offshoring practices. She also shared her background, including her work with Women's Lantern, a charity supporting South East Asian women, and her ongoing education. Rhea advocated for decentralized finance and its potential to address global cybersecurity issues, citing regulatory reforms in Australia, Singapore, and India. SHOW NOTES 00:24 Feedback on Rhea's Article 04:36 Career Journey 07:36 Aligning Values with Work 19:46 Challenges of Offshoring and Brain Drain 25:52 Practical Steps for Ethical Offshoring 31:49 Future Innovations and Recommendations Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/05/podcast-s8e5-offshoring-grc-functions-the-human-reality/

Kimberley Cole interviews Elaine Mullan, Head of Marketing and Business Development at Corlytics, about her career journey and role. Elaine discusses her transition from fashion design to marketing in the FinTech and RegTech sectors, her passion for mentoring women in tech, and her involvement in the Risky Women Write competition, where she won for her article on GRC through the lens of pop culture. Elaine emphasizes the importance of diversity in GRC, the impact of AI on compliance, and the need for more women's voices in the industry. She also shares her experiences with networking and the challenges of balancing early and late-stage careers. SHOW NOTES01:12 Career Journey 05:45 Role at Corlytics and Industry Insights 08:16 Advocacy for Women in Tech 14:58 Elaine's Article on GRC and Pop Culture 20:40 Diversity and Innovation in the Industry Transcript and more GRC content: https://www.riskywomen.org/2025/04/podcast-s8e4-how-hollywood-turns-grc-into-a-story-worth-telling/

Kim Chandler McDonald, co-founder and CEO of 3 Steps Data and Global VP of CyAN, discusses her diverse career journey from theater to tech, emphasizing her advocacy for democratizing technology and combating technology-facilitated domestic violence. She highlights the importance of end-to-end encryption for data security and privacy. Kim shares her experiences, including interviewing global leaders and becoming an emergency forest firefighter. She advocates for proactive compliance and robust risk strategies to protect vulnerable users. SHOW NOTES 00:23 Career Journey 06:59 Advocacy and End-to-End Encryption 12:58 Technology-Facilitated Domestic Violence 26:11 CyAN's Role in Cybersecurity 28:48 Future Innovations and Recommendations