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Last week’s LRN Client Networking event at the Tokyo American Club brought together senior ethics and compliance professionals from across Japan for an evening of meaningful dialogue and shared insights. The event created a space for thoughtful discussion on the evolving expectations shaping today’s programs, from the role of modern codes of conduct to the realities of global enforcement and everyday governance challenges. These conversations underscored a shared commitment to building programs that are principled, consistent, and culturally grounded. We also shared key findings from the 2025 Code of Conduct Report Japan Edition, which benchmarks code effectiveness and explores how codes influence ethical decision-making across today’s complex workplace. Many important questions surfaced throughout the evening. While we couldn’t address all of them live, our Chief Advisory Officer Ty Francis MBE, CCEP, sat down with Dean R. Rogers, Senior Vice President for APAC, for a follow-up written Q&A—offering clarity and practical guidance on the issues that matter most to this community. We look forward to continuing these conversations and partnering with organizations across Japan to strengthen ethical cultures and inspire principled performance. 🔗 Read the full Q&A here: EN: https://bit.ly/4pceNHj JP: https://bit.ly/48gbQ2u Ty Francis MBE, CCEP | Dean R. Rogers | Noriko Yamakoshi | Ryo Uchinomiya | Sibo Xie | Nico Kunitomi Borst | Naoko Kimura(Kinoshita)| Himel Hossain |Kyson (Kaisheng) Xu #Ethics #Compliance #Governance #Japan

Generosity isn’t just a human virtue. It’s a leadership advantage. In a recent Inc. Magazine Leadership Forum article, Bob Spoerl, CEO of Bear Icebox Communications, highlights research showing that ethical, generous leadership directly fuels organizational performance. At LRN, the data tells the same story. Companies with strong ethical cultures don’t simply “feel” better to work in—they outperform competitors by 50% and are 2.6x more likely to be adaptable, a critical driver of long-term resilience. Generosity builds trust, boosts engagement, and strengthens decision-making, creating cultures where people excel. Leaders who model transparency and integrity set the tone for values-driven performance. 🔗 Read more on our website: https://bit.ly/4rAfXOk #Ethics #Leadership #Culture #Compliance

In our latest webinar, Nanda Kishore, Andrew Kepper, and Maurice L. Crescenzi, Jr. joined Neil Magenheim to explore how leading organizations are rethinking supply-chain risk through ethics, transparency, and continuous oversight. Panelists discussed how supply-chain risk management is shifting from transactional due diligence to culture-driven accountability, with compliance, procurement, and operations working more closely than ever. The conversation highlighted how emerging regulations—like the EU CSDDD—are raising expectations for third-party governance, and how data and analytics are helping teams detect and address risks earlier. Speakers also shared strategies for embedding ethical expectations into supplier relationships and strengthening resilience across global networks, supported by tools like Catalyst Supplier and Catalyst Reveal. If you missed the session or want to dig into the highlights, read the full recap and on-demand: https://bit.ly/4pPjve5

📢 Building your 2026 compliance roadmap? Start with risk. Regulatory change is accelerating, and compliance teams need a smarter, more strategic approach to annual planning. Join our upcoming webinar to learn how to design a risk-aligned program that boosts engagement, efficiency, and impact across your organization. In this session, you’ll learn how to: • Collaborate effectively with HR, Legal, Security & Operations • Build a training cadence that reflects real risk and workforce behavior • Prioritize the right topics using regulatory and incident trends • Reinforce training year-round with simple, scalable tactics • Use data, dashboards & reminders to drive completion If you lead or manage compliance planning, this is a can’t-miss discussion. Register now and set your program up for success in 2026: https://lnkd.in/ewC--RM9 #Compliance #Ethics #RiskManagement #Governance #Culture

Japan has raised the stakes on whistleblower protection and global companies need to be ready. In his latest article, Ty Francis MBE, CCEP, Chief Advisory Officer at LRN, shared what the 2025 amendments to Japan’s Whistleblower Protection Act really mean for multinationals. From new fines and enforcement powers to expanded protections for contractors and freelancers, the amended law raises the stakes for organizations operating in or through Japan. For compliance, legal, and governance teams, this is a timely call to assess readiness, review global frameworks, and align local processes with Japan’s evolving regulatory expectations. Read the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q03VzZlX0 #Whistleblowing #Compliance #Governance #Japan #RiskManagement

New insights from the 2025 Nordic Ethics & Compliance Survey is here. Nordic organizations continue to lead with values — from strong speak-up cultures to integrating sustainability into everyday decisions. But with rising regulatory demands and small E&C teams, good intentions need stronger systems behind them. Dive into our reflections written by our Chief Advisory officer, Ty Francis MBE, CCEP on what’s ahead for E&C leaders across the region 👇 https://hubs.li/Q03VZkr00 #Ethics #Compliance #Nordics #Leadership #Sustainability

Compliance has come a long way, yet some companies are still treating it like it’s 2010. In this article featured on RTInsights, Eric Morehead, Director of Advisory Services at LRN explained why outdated systems, one-off training, and reactive approaches no longer meet today’s risk landscape. Drawing from LRN’s 2025 Global Study on E&C Program Maturity, he explored how leading organizations are using AI, automation, and real-time data to embed compliance into daily operations, empowering employees to make ethical decisions and building resilience from the inside out. Modern compliance isn’t just about avoiding penalties. It’s about building trust, strengthening culture, and turning data into strategic insight. Check out the full article for more insights: https://bit.ly/4p17DFq #Ethics #Compliance #Governance #DataDrivenDecisions

⏰ Last chance to register! Tomorrow at 11 AM ET, join LRN for Beyond due diligence: Mitigating risk in your global supply chain. Learn how leading organizations are tackling ESG obligations, third-party accountability, and ethical oversight—with help from innovative tools like Catalyst Reveal and Catalyst Supplier. Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your supply-chain strategy for 2026. 👉 Register now and join the conversation. https://hubs.li/Q03TzT2D0 #SupplyChainRisk #ESG #Compliance #LRNWebinar

Don't miss your chance to join us this Thursday, November 20 for a thought-provoking discussion on strengthening global supply chains through ethics, accountability, and responsible practices. This session brings together industry leaders who are redefining how organizations manage third-party risk and compliance: Maurice L. Crescenzi, Jr. – Industry Practice Leader, Moody's Corporation Andrew Kepper – Senior Director of Compliance, Brown-Forman Nanda Kishore – VP, Global Supply Chain, Evoy Moderated by Neil Magenheim, SVP, New Business at LRN Together, they’ll explore: - How evolving regulations like the EU CSDDD are reshaping supply-chain expectations - Practical strategies to strengthen third-party due diligence and accountability - How tools like Catalyst Reveal and Catalyst Supplier enable smarter oversight and continuous monitoring 👉 Register now to join the live discussion: https://hubs.li/Q03TzPqq0 #SupplyChain #EthicsAndCompliance #RiskManagement #DueDiligence #CorporateIntegrity #ESG

The UK’s new fraud law raises the stakes and the expectations for directors. In his recent article, Ty Francis MBE, CCEP, Chief Advisory Officer at LRN, unpacked what boards need to know about the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence, now in force under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA). Tucked into the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), the law broadens organizational liability for fraud and makes clear that passive oversight is no longer acceptable. Boards must move beyond policies on paper and take measurable steps to prevent misconduct—from proactive risk assessments and behavior-based training to culture metrics and clear escalation pathways. Read the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q03TvxML0 #FraudPrevention #BoardGovernance #CorporateCulture #Leadership