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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 27, 20251 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 13, 20251 min read
Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli (and the Compliance Lessons!): Insights from The Godfather
A cinematic masterpiece, and a rich source of AML/CFT and sanctions compliance lessons. Let's avoid any "offers you can't refuse," though.
Jay Postma
Mar 26, 20253 min read
Beyond Box-Ticking: The Value of Substantive, Risk-Based Independent Reviews
MSBCI's independent reviews provide real value, offering actionable insights, meaningful risk mitigation, and practical recommendations.
Jay Postma
Mar 10, 20254 min read
Beyond the Notebook: AML/CFT Insights Inspired by Harriet the Spy
AML/CFT compliance inspiration can be found everywhere - even in watching a movie with a daughter!
Jay Postma
Mar 4, 20254 min read
Compliance! It’s not Rocket Science – but should be this effective!
What can we learn from rocket science and SpaceX about AML/CFT and Sanctions compliance?
Jay Postma
Feb 27, 20253 min read
Risk Assessments in the US
US-based MSB Compliance BSA/AML Compliance Specialist Lisa Summerbell and President MSB Compliance Jay Postma join the Future of Financial C
Jay Postma
Feb 21, 20251 min read
Paws for Thought: AML/CFT Lessons from a Pampered Pup
Just like keeping a dog well-groomed prevents bigger problems, a well-maintained compliance program keeps financial institutions protected!
Jay Postma
Feb 20, 20253 min read
Strengthening BSA/AML & OFAC Compliance: Key Reactive Strategies
Financial institutions are held to rigorous standards to ensure operational safety, consumer protection, and compliance with risk-based...
Jay Postma
Jul 18, 20244 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
The Common Approach to Financial Institution Training
The Common Approach to Financial Institution Training In building and implementing a compliance program, many financial institutions...
Jay Postma
Jun 22, 20243 min read
Unleashing the Power of "What If?" in Financial Compliance
Apr 23, 2024 Financial institutions operate in a dynamic threat landscape where money launderers and terrorist financiers continuously...
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Apr 23, 20243 min read
The Importance of Feedback Loops in Enhancing AML/CFT and Sanctions Compliance Programs
Feedback loops help lead to improved compliance and more effective risk mitigation.
Jay Postma
Mar 24, 20245 min read
Active Listening as part of Governance and Risk Assessment
March 25, 2024 In our February blog post with Arctic Intelligence, we discussed the importance of listening. See " Listening - A...
Jay Postma
Mar 24, 20243 min read
Listening - A Critical Skill for Compliance, Corporate Governance, Risk Assessment and Risk Mitigation
Listening is a critical skill for compliance. Listen first to understand!
Jay Postma
Feb 26, 20243 min read
Cornerstone and Foundation: How Governance and Risk Assessment Fortify Your BSA/AML and OFAC Program
Governance is the cornerstone and all other stones are set in reference to this stone. The Risk Assessment completes the foundation.
Jay Postma
Jan 16, 20247 min read
Risk Assessment: The Bedrock of Financial Services ComplianceSave
December 15, 2023 In the current competitive and fast changing landscape of the financial services industry, effective risk assessment...
Jay Postma
Dec 15, 20235 min read
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