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Join Riskology by Infortal™ Host, Chris Mason, and Tom Hanson, the CEO and Founder of Channel Architect LLC, as they discuss the challenges companies are dealing with in the face shifting global diplomacy and trade relations.Special Guest: Tom Hanson, the CEO and Founder of Channel Architect Tom Hanson has more than 30 years of experience guiding companies and governments to trade

On January 20th, the President signed an Executive Order focused on designating cartels as foreign terrorist organizations.This decision could reverberate throughout industries, requiring companies to adapt their approach to due diligence conducted on customers, clients, and suppliers. Third-party risk management teams must consider a heightened regulatory and criminal enforcement environment.Tune in to Riskology by Infortal™ Episode 41, where hosts Dr.

For the milestone 40th episode of Riskology by Infortal™ co-hosts Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Chris Mason are thrilled to welcome Frank Lavin, a Visiting Fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution and a leading expert in international commerce.This episode covers the challenges companies face when taking their business to new markets overseas.Featured Guest: Frank LavinFrank Lavin works on Asia and trade

In 2025, the geopolitical game is changing.After over half the world voted in elections in 2024, we’re on the brink of significant regulatory shifts that will impact businesses globally.As we look at 2025, different administrations will clash, shaping a competitive landscape of rules and norms. This means compliance teams will be in high gear as companies must adapt to new

In 2025, the geopolitical game is changing.After over half the world voted in elections in 2024, we’re on the brink of significant regulatory shifts that will impact businesses globally.As we look at 2025, different administrations will clash, shaping a competitive landscape of rules and norms. This means compliance teams will be in high gear as companies must adapt to new

The Growing Importance of Geopolitical RiskIn 2024, geopolitical risk has increasingly taken center stage in boardroom discussions. Companies are recognizing the complex interplay between global events and their business operations. Firms increasingly acknowledge the need to integrate geopolitical risk management into their corporate strategies and compliance programs.Board members have also shown a growing interest in geopolitical risk, understanding that global

Introduction to Maritime GeopoliticsThe global economic system heavily relies on maritime shipping. In fact, 90% of all trade travels by sea.Despite its critical role, maritime shipping often operates under the radar of public awareness. When a package arrives at your door or a product hits the store shelves, little thought is given to the complex journey it has taken to

The Evolving Role of CFOs in Geopolitical Risk ManagementCFOs, it’s time to rethink how you approach global risk!Geopolitics isn’t just for diplomats – it’s seeping into the boardroom and impacting bottom lines, now more than ever.Join Riskology by Infortal™ hosts Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Christopher Mason from Infortal Worldwide as they highlight the strategic importance of factoring in Geopolitical Risk

Tune in for the latest episode of Riskology by Infortal™, where special guest Tom Fox of the Compliance Podcast Network and hosts Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Chris Mason dive into the business and compliance implications of Israel’s counterterrorism operation involving Hezbollah’s electronic devices. Hezbollah’s Supply Chain Failure and Israel’s Counterterrorism Success Israel’s counterterrorism operation in Lebanon on Hezbollah’s electronic devices serves as