Riskology by Infortal

How can companies effectively manage geopolitical risk and integrate it into their business strategies? In this episode of Riskology, Dr. Andrea Bonime-Blanc joins the discussion to explore the importance of understanding the international geopolitical risk landscape. From the role of the board and management in risk governance to the need for practical translation of theoretical discussions, Dr....

How can companies navigate the evolving geopolitical risk landscape and leverage opportunities in emerging markets? In this episode of Riskology by Infortal Worldwide, Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Chris Mason discuss the recent election of Presidente Milei in Argentina and its potential impact on the international stage. They explore the implications of Argentina's commitment to lean towards the US dollar...

Corruption, sanctions, and political instability: these geopolitical events have far-reaching consequences for businesses. In this episode of Riskology, Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Chris Mason, joined by special guest Tom Fox, discuss the recent DOJ guidance on compliance priorities. They offer tips to help businesses identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities that can affect a company’s bottom line...

Geopolitics and business are inextricably linked. In this episode of Riskology by Infortal, Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Chris Mason explore how geopolitical risk analysis should be an integral part of mergers and acquisitions due diligence to uncover hidden risks and opportunities. They also discuss the emerging business activity in Cuba and its geopolitical implications. Infortal Worldwide is a global ri...

How can companies navigate the evolving compliance landscape and new risks posed by geopolitical events? Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Chris Mason discuss the recent DOJ guidance on compliance priorities and tips for managing risk. Businesses face a growing array of geopolitical risks, such as sanctions regimes, political instability, and supply chain disruptions. These risks can have a significant impact o...

The rapidly changing landscape of the Middle East has profound implications for businesses in the region. In this episode of Riskology by Infortal, Chris Mason and Dr. Ian Oxnevad explore the geopolitical shifts and emerging power dynamics that are creating a new Eurasian battleground. They emphasize the need to understand this broader context, moving beyond the traditional Israeli-Palestinian len...

In this inaugural episode of Riskology by Infortal, hosts Chris Mason, Candice Tal and Dr. Ian Oxnevad discuss their approach to the podcast, and share a glimpse into the diverse range of topics they will be delving into. Riskology blends business, geopolitics, and intelligence to demystify the 21st century economic world and explore how geopolitical risk directly impacts your bottom line.  Infort...

"If war takes place and the US wins, your property and your investments in China are still going to be confiscated, seized. If you try to keep your investments in China and there's a war and the US loses, then you could wind up losing property rights as the result of instability here, depending on how the war plays out," says Dr. Ian Oxnevad on the final installment of the Riskology special series...

"What you're seeing is a need for greater risk analysis at the national level and an understanding of how that pertains to the European level writ large and how that's going to affect your opportunities and your risks," says returning guest Dr. Ian Oxnevad on this installment of the Riskology special series. In this episode, he and Tom discuss geopolitical risks and opportunities in Europe, as it...

"If you're fighting off a major world power, corruption will not be on your plate. You're going to be looking at trying to keep domestic production up and national solidarity at high levels," says Dr. Ian Oxnevad, returning guest on this installment of the Riskology special series. Dr. Ian Oxnevad and Tom discuss the geopolitical risk landscape between Russia and Ukraine. Dr. Ian Oxnevad is the Di...

“From a due diligence and geopolitical risk intelligence standpoint, Mexico and Latin America, in general, don’t get enough attention because a lot of people in the political world view Latin America as off to the sidelines from major events around the world, but it’s anything but,” says Dr. Ian Oxnevad, returning guest on this installment of the Geopolitical Risk Series of Riskology. He and Tom d...

“The dollar’s power, like any currency’s power, is tied to its ability to hold value and people’s interests in actually holding it,” says Dr. Ian Oxnevad, Director of Geopolitical Risk Intelligence for Infortal Worldwide and Tom Fox’s guest on this Riskology Special Series. Ian and Tom discuss the current geopolitics of trade within the Middle East, the Abraham Accords, and how these things may af...

In the final part of this week’s five-part special, Tom Fox discusses supply chain risks with Dr. Ian Oxnevad. He talks about the supply chain from a geopolitical risk perspective and the various steps companies can take to prepare themselves against those risks.   Dr. Ian Oxnevad is a political scientist and economist at Infortal Worldwide, a global risk firm that provides due diligence services...

This is part 4 of a special 5-part series featuring Infortal Worldwide. Tom Fox and Chris Mason discuss sanctions intelligence. Chris talks about regulation changes with respect to sanctions, their impact on the business community, and reputational risk.   Chris Mason is with Infortal Worldwide, a global risk firm that provides due diligence services to support key investment decision making. Info...

In part 3 of this week’s five-part special, Tom Fox discusses corruption intelligence with Chris Mason. Chris returns to talk about how organizations can mitigate corruption within their corporate environments and the steps they can take to ensure they comply with regulations. Chris Mason is with Infortal Worldwide, a global risk firm that provides due diligence services to support key investment...

In this second episode of the five-part special, Tom Fox discusses ESG intelligence with Chris Mason. They talk about the importance of ESG profiles, meeting regulatory requirements, and what ESG as a whole can do for businesses.  Chris Mason is with Infortal Worldwide, a global risk firm that provides due diligence services to support key investment decision-making. Infortal Worldwide supports a...

In episode one of this five-part special, Tom Fox discusses risk intelligence from a geopolitical perspective. Guest Chris Mason explains the importance of risk assessment and analysis that companies must undertake when engaging in international business and the need for conducting due diligence based on open-source intelligence to uncover and mitigate hidden risks. Chris Mason is with Infortal Wo...