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Webinars
TRACE hosts webinars on a variety of regulatory compliance topics on a monthly basis. Webinar recordings are available in the members-only Resource Center and can be used for ad hoc training or as part of a comprehensive global training program coupled with our eLearning. Select webinars are open to the public. Advanced training, available through TRACEpro, includes a selection of our recorded webinars.
The Intersection of Data Analytics and Compliance: A Risk/Benefit Analysis of the Technology Supporting Compliance Today
Thursday, 18 July 2024 | 1:00 PM EDT (6:00 PM BST)
Although data analytics and AI has been a common topic in recent years, interest in AI further surged following the release of ChatGPT in December 2022 and is revolutionizing the way that work gets done. Join our panelists as they discuss the risks and benefits of AI and data analytics, as well as providing practical guidance for how to justify the cost and value-adds to leadership, how to continually evolve with new changes, and how to analyze and use data. The panelists will also demonstrate how data analytics and AI can be used to identify and respond to corruption.
*CLE credits are available for this webinar in the following states only – TX, VA, NY, NJ, CA. Additional instructions on how to obtain CLE credits will be provided during the webinar.
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Dipo Akin-Deko
Head of Legal
BowerGroupAsia
Dipo is the Head of Legal for BowerGroupAsia, Inc., a business advisory and government relations firms that provides services clients throughout South, Southeast Asia, and Australia. In his role as Head of Legal, Dipo leads and manages the global contracting, compliance, and legal operations for BowerGroupAsia (“BGA”).
Dipo is a lawyer by trade over with 18 years of contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, and litigation experience. Prior to joining BGA, he served as counsel and legal consultant for several non-profit and government contractors in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Dipo holds a juris doctorate degree from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University and a Master of Law in litigation and alternative dispute resolution from the George Washington University Law School.
Koutayba Yamak
Partner
PwC
Koutayba Yamak is a Partner in the Investigations & Forensics Services Practice at PwC. He has over 18 years of experience conducting anti-corruption/anti-bribery investigations, forensic accounting and financial statement fraud investigations, including investigations related to the application of US GAAP and IFRS. He has extensive experience in a wide range of industries including healthcare, technology, pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, telecommunications, and manufacturing.
Koutayba has led a large number of corruption investigations, and ABAC compliance assessments in various countries in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East. He has presented findings of his investigations to several regulators, including the Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Koutayba holds a Masters of Business Administration from University of Maryland and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the Lebanese American University, Lebanon. He was a guest lecturer on Forensic Accounting at Wake Forest University, University of Maryland, University of Virginia, and the Catholic University of America. Speaker at the 2011 White Collar Crime Panel at Kogod School of Business, American University.
Jennie Wang VonCannon
Partner
Crowell
Jennie Wang VonCannon is a technology trial lawyer and advisor with a proven track record of success in both the courtroom and the boardroom — with over two decades of experience and deep understanding of corporate defense in both criminal and civil contexts, cybersecurity, and intellectual property matters. She is a trained AI Governance Professional who can assist clients with creating or updating compliance programs regarding AI (both generative and otherwise). She served for over eleven years as a federal prosecutor, culminating in her selection to serve with distinction as the Deputy Chief of the Cyber and Intellectual Property Crimes Section of the National Security Division of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California.
Jennie helps clients in crisis with litigation, internal investigations, law enforcement and regulatory inquiries and subpoenas, and cybersecurity and privacy incidents. In an increasingly interconnected world, Jennie understands the critical importance of safeguarding sensitive information and intellectual assets. With her extensive knowledge of cybersecurity laws, regulations, and best practices, she advises companies on proactive measures to mitigate cyber threats and provides creative solutions to surviving cyber incidents.
Jennie also stays up-to-date on technology advancements and trends, and has a remarkable aptitude for assimilating extensive amounts of information efficiently and effectively. Her keen analytical skills allow her to delve deep into complex legal cases, regulatory frameworks, and new technologies, enabling her to grasp the nuances and key elements crucial to building persuasive arguments or providing comprehensive advice. Jennie’s ability to distill complex information in a clear and concise manner sets her apart. Whether addressing juries, board members, or clients, she is able to convey complex legal and technical concepts in a straightforward and accessible manner with the understanding that her audience will often possess diverse backgrounds and varying levels of legal knowledge. She adeptly tailors her communication to present legal matters in a manner that aligns with her clients’ objectives and provides clarity on potential risks and opportunities, which enables them to make informed decisions that align with their organizations’ best interests.
Jennie is a Certified Information Privacy Professional, a founding member and former Chair of the Los Angeles County Bar Association Privacy and Cybersecurity Section, and an executive committee and life member of the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles. She has spoken at numerous industry programs on key topics such as AI and the legal profession and cybersecurity enforcement trends.