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Culture’s Trajectory: Growth, Decline, or Absence?
Culture doesn’t thrive by default. It requires leadership. And it rewards vigilance.
Jay Postma
Jul 82 min read
The Foundation Beneath Compliance
Culture isn’t a policy—it’s the unwritten code that shapes decisions when no one is watching.
Jay Postma
Jul 21 min read


Professional Skepticism in Financial Services Compliance
This paper examines why professional skepticism is essential for identifying red flags and mitigating risk.
Discover how critical thinking and disciplined inquiry can elevate compliance from a checkbox exercise into a proactive, strategic defense against financial crime.
Jay Postma
May 281 min read


DOJ Criminal Division Reframes White-Collar Crime Enforcement - May 2025
Update on DOJ's reframing of white-collar crime enforcement
Jay Postma
May 141 min read


Transparency & Speaking Up
Listen carefully, engage effectively, teach others. Speak up!
Jay Postma
May 71 min read


Reflections on Culture of Compliance
🔍 Reflections on Culture of Compliance: A Veteran’s Perspective on Integrity & Preparedness What does it take to embed a lasting...
Jay Postma
Apr 231 min read


The Transparency Imperative: How Full Disclosure Enhances AML/CFT Review Outcomes and Reduces Regulatory Risk
Reviews must be properly scoped, expertly conducted, and supported by full transparency from the institution itself.
Jay Postma
Apr 98 min read


Rethinking AML/CFT Training: What Montessori and Waldorf Can Teach Us
The financial institutions that embrace these innovations may find not only stronger compliance programs but also more engaged employees...
Jay Postma
Mar 314 min read


Compliance as a Strategic Investment
Introduction Is your financial institution overlooking its greatest asset? In today's competitive market, many companies undervalue the...
Jay Postma
Jul 8, 20243 min read
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