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In this episode of the Risk Intel Podcast , host Ed Vincent welcomes Doug Cargnel back to the show to help explain some of the practical aspects of enacting a Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA). Doug is a compliance expert, who brings nearly 30 years of operational risk management and audit experience in the financial sector.  Follow us to stay in the know!

In the second part of this Risk Intel podcast with Ian P. Moloney, SVP and Head of Policy & Regulatory Affairs at the American Fintech Council (AFC) , the focus shifts to the anticipated regulatory landscape of 2024 and how it could impact banks and FinTechs. Let's dive into the key insights and predictions discussed in this conversation.  Follow us to stay in the know!

In the dynamic world of FinTech, staying ahead of regulatory changes is crucial for both innovation and consumer protection. In a recent episode of the Risk Intel podcast , Edward Vincent , CEO of Strategic Risk Associates (SRA) Watchtower, sat down with Ian P. Moloney, SVP, Head of Policy & Regulatory Affairs at the American FinTech Council (AFC), to delve into the regulatory landscape of 202...

In this episode of SRA’s Risk Intel Podcast, host Ed Vincent engages in a captivating conversation with Doug Cargnel , a seasoned professional boasting nearly three decades of operational risk management and audit expertise. The central theme of their discussion? Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) – a pivotal component of a cutting-edge risk management program. This is part one of a three-p...

To kick off season two of the Risk Intel Podcast , Ed Vincent, host of the show and CEO of SRA Watchtower welcomed back Robin Greenlee, Chief Risk Officer at MapleMark Bank. The two delved into crucial aspects of scaling a risk management program and the importance of aligning it with the organization’s strategic growth objectives.  Follow us to stay in the know!

In episode 31 of the Risk Intel Podcast, host Ed Vincent , CEO of SRA Watchtower is joined by Robin Greenlee, Chief Risk Officer at MapleMark Bank . In this first installment of a two-part series, Robin shares insights into the challenges and successes of establishing a solid foundation of a risk management program during her early days at MapleMark and hits on six key themes. Listen to learn more...

In the latest episode of the Risk Intel Podcast, host, Ed Vincent, CEO of SRA Watchtower, engages in an enlightening discussion with Ryan Richardson and Andy Lorentz , seasoned attorneys and regulatory experts at Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP . This insightful episode unveils the intricacies of the newly proposed Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rule on Digital Payments that aims to extend...

In episode 29, host Ed Vincent is joined by Michael Glotz , Co-founder and CEO of SRA Consulting, to discuss the importance and implementation of risk committee charters. The main points Glotz communicates in this episode is (1) what is the role of the risk committee, (2) does the organization have the right Chief Risk Officer and risk staff in place, and (3) is the risk committee effective in its...

In the dynamic landscape of banking, risk management plays a pivotal role in ensuring stability and growth, no matter the size of the bank. Scott Uselton , the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) at First National Bank of Middle Tennessee (FNBMT), shares valuable insights gained over his 12-year journey, shedding light on the bank's evolution, his experience as a Chief Risk Officer, and strategies for e...

Episode #27 of the Risk Intel Podcast engaged in a conversation with Strategic Risk Associates (SRA) Co-founder and CEO of SRA Consulting, Michael Glotz.  Ed Vincent, CEO of SRA Watchtower's SaaS side of the business and host of the show explored the significance of risk improvement activities, often referred to as "issue tracking." This podcast shed light on how this crucial aspect...

In this episode of the Risk Intel podcast , host Ed Vincent sits down with Niki White , Chief Growth Officer at Strategic Risk Associates (SRA), to unravel the relationship between strategy and risk in the banking industry. Join us as we explore how these two critical elements are essentially two sides of the same coin , and why they must work hand in hand to drive success.  Follow us to stay in t...

In this episode of the "Risk Intel" podcast , host Edward Vincent had the privilege of sitting down with Michael Glotz , the CEO and Co-Founder of SRA Consulting. This insightful discussion centered on the eight critical categories of risk that form the backbone of risk management and unraveled the banking industry's core challenges.  Follow us to stay in the know!

 In this episode of the Risk Intel podcast, CEO and Co-founder of Strategic Risk Associates (SRA), Michael Glotz , joined host Ed Vincent to delve into the dynamics of effectively engaging risk committees in the financial sector. This insightful conversation provides a wealth of knowledge about the roles, responsibilities, and best practices associated with these committees, offering valuable insi...

In the ever-evolving landscape of banking and finance, managing risk is a top priority for institutions of all sizes. In this episode of the Risk Intel podcast, host Ed Vincent was joined by SRA compliance experts Beth Nilles and Mike Jones. Together, they delved into the world of program risk assessments, shedding light on their historical use, current practices, and modernized best practices for...

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In this episode of the SRA Risk Intel podcast , industry experts Peery Heldreth and Amitabh Bhargava shared their insights into agricultural lending and the current state of the US agricultural and farming sector. If you're short on time and can't listen to the full episode, visit our blog where we've summarized the essential takeaways and valuable insights from this informative dis...

In this episode of the SRA Risk Intel Podcast , host Ed Vincent was joined by Beth Nilles , Director of Watchtower Implementations, and Mike Jones , Chief Compliance Officer to help shed light on the vital topic of Program Risk Assessments in the banking sector. With decades of combined experience in the industry, their insights provide a comprehensive understanding of this crucial component of ri...

In episode 19 of the Risk Intel Podcast, Ed Haski from our partners at the Risk Management Association (RMA) shared invaluable insights derived from his extensive career managing risk in the banking sector. Ed's journey, spanning from small community banks to major investment banks, has rendered him a seasoned expert in the realm of risk management. Listen and learn about Ed's key takeaw...

In this episode of the Risk Intel Podcast , Karen Kleckner , a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience at the FDIC as a bank risk examiner, shared her insights into building and implementing an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program at Blackhawk Bank . The episode delved into the challenges, strategies, and lessons learned throughout the journey of establishing an effective and data-dri...

In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, staying compliant with ever-changing laws and regulations is a critical challenge for Banks and FinTechs. To shed light on this topic, we recently had the privilege of hosting Mike Jones , Chief Compliance Officer at Strategic Risk Associates (SRA), on our Risk Intel podcast. Mike's vast experience in compliance and FinTech risk brings a u...

In part two of this series with Davis Wright Tremaine LLP , Ed Vincent, steered an insightful discussion on the intricate landscape of third-party risk management within the complicated realm of FinTech-bank partnerships. Also discussed was how the Third-Party Risk Management Lifecycle Tool was created and how we partnered together to bring it to market.  Check out part one of this series here. Fo...

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial technology (FinTech), the relationship between traditional banks and FinTech companies has become increasingly important. These partnerships offer innovative solutions, enhance customer experiences, and drive the industry forward. However, such collaborations also come with their fair share of risks and regulatory challenges. In this episode of the Risk...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of financial technology (FinTech), risk management has taken on a new level of complexity.   This episode of the Risk Intel podcast, hosted by Ed Vincent , delved into the intriguing subject of differentiating FinTechs from traditional vendors.  Our guest Michael Glotz , CEO and Co-founder of Strategic Risk Associates (SRA) shared his expertise around the nuanced...

In this episode of the Risk Intel Podcast , we welcomed Shea Scarpa Gardner , the Product Manager from the Risk Management Association (RMA). The episode focused on the RMA Risk Maturity Framework, Powered by SRA Watchtower tool, and the significance of peer analysis in measuring risk maturity.  Follow us to stay in the know!

In the latest episode of our Risk Intel podcast, host Ed Vincent was joined by Mike Jones, Chief Compliance Officer at Strategic Risk Associates (SRA). With his extensive experience advising bank CEOs and serving as a Chief Compliance Officer in the FinTech industry, Mike shared invaluable insights into the realm of compliance risk assessments.  Follow us to stay in the know!