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In 2001, TRACE was founded at a time when anti-bribery enforcement was limited and companies had little practical guidance for navigating compliance risks. As the compliance profession began to take shape, organizations recognized the need for shared knowledge, training and a supportive community.
Part I explores the early days of anti-bribery compliance, the changing enforcement landscape and how TRACE helped support the development of effective compliance programs worldwide.
This episode features insights and reflections from Alexandra Addison, Charles Duross and Drago Kos.
In Part II, we revisit the cases and enforcement developments that fundamentally changed the global compliance landscape.From the landmark Siemens case and the SHOT Show Sting to the BAE and Esquenazi cases, this episode explores a period when enforcement intensified, regulators became more proactive and expectations for companies changed dramatically.
The message was becoming clear: compliance was no longer simply about responding to misconduct. Companies needed strong internal controls, effective compliance programs and cultures of integrity designed to prevent it.
This episode features insights and reflections from Alexandra Addison, Nicola Bonucci, Charles Duross, Michelle Juan, Victor Owusu and Mark Pieth.
In Part III, we explore how the role of compliance expanded as anti-corruption enforcement gained momentum around the world.From the impact of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention and increased international cooperation to growing enforcement by the FBI, DOJ and SEC, this episode looks at how compliance evolved from a response to enforcement risk into a broader expectation of responsible business.
What began as an anti-bribery conversation grew to encompass sanctions, anti-money laundering, trade controls, due diligence, procurement, supply chains and corporate governance, embedding compliance more deeply across global organizations.
This episode features insights and reflections from Alexandra Addison, Charles Duross, Lauren Higgins and Jessie O'Neil.
In Part IV, we explore how anti-bribery enforcement became increasingly global, interconnected and complex.
From Operation Car Wash and unprecedented cooperation between Brazilian and U.S. authorities to the multinational 1MDB and Glencore cases, this episode looks at how cross-border investigations and coordinated enforcement came to define a new era in the fight against corruption.
The episode also examines the forces that have challenged international cooperation in recent years, from the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions to shifting enforcement priorities, while reflecting on what major cases continue to teach companies about strong compliance programs, leadership and organizational culture.
This episode features insights and reflections from Alexandra Addison, Nicola Bonucci, Lauren Higgins, Billy Jacobson, Victor Owusu and Mark Pieth.
In Part V, we look beyond enforcement to the role that transparency, education and accountability play in the fight against bribery.
From supporting investigative journalists through the TRACE Prize for Investigative Reporting to educating reporters on corruption risks and compliance challenges, this episode explores how the TRACE Foundation has worked to strengthen accountability and help equip those bringing misconduct to light.
As the challenges facing companies and the global community continue to evolve, lasting progress will depend on organizations and individuals who continue to prioritize integrity.This episode features insights and reflections from Alexandra Addison, Diana B. Henriques and Jessie O'Neil.
In Part VI, the final chapter, we look to the future of anti-bribery compliance and reflect on how far the global anti-corruption community has come over the past 25 years.From growing international cooperation and increasingly aligned compliance expectations to the continued importance of strong internal controls, leadership and organizational culture, this episode explores the progress that has been made—and the challenges that remain.
As TRACE marks 25 years, we also reflect on the role of collaboration, shared resources and a strong compliance community in advancing the fight against corruption. While the landscape will continue to evolve, the commitment of companies, governments and compliance professionals around the world provides reason for optimism about what comes next.
This episode features insights and reflections from Alexandra Addison, Nicola Bonucci, Charles Duross, Billy Jacobson, Michelle Juan, Lauren Higgins, Victor Owusu and Mark Pieth.
