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SBR - Author's Podcast

SBR - Author's Podcast

Written by: Thomas Fox
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 In the SBR - Author's Podcast, host Tom Fox visits with authors who write about business ethics, leadership, and compliance issues. This podcast is part of his Sunday Book Review podcast, where Tom reviews books weekly for compliance professionals. This podcast will take a deep dive into books relevant to the compliance professional and make for a more leisurely chat with the authors about why they wrote their books, the details in the book, and, most importantly, what skills they will bring to the compliance professional. Art Economics Politics & Government
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  • Invitational Selling: Building Trust, Engagement, and Human Connection in a Digital World with Dr. Dennis Cummins

    Invitational Selling: Building Trust, Engagement, and Human Connection in a Digital World with Dr. Dennis Cummins
    Apr 21 2026
    Welcome to the SBR-Author’s Podcast! In this podcast series, Host Tom Fox visits with authors in the compliance arena and beyond. In this episode, Tom Fox welcomes Dr. Dennis Cummins to talk about his new book “Invitational Selling: The Human Connection Advantage.” Dr. Cummins to discuss his new book, which grew from his experience “selling from the stage” and from learning that pressing less and connecting more led to better results. Dr. Cummins argues that traditional high-pressure sales tactics are failing because buyers have more information, face constant messaging, and are increasingly skeptical, while AI-driven speed and automation can erode authenticity and trust. He defines invitational selling as a three-phase framework: connect, convey, and convert by inviting next steps. This is usable not only for products but for leaders seeking organizational buy-in, speak-up/listen-up cultures, and engagement that reduces resistance and turnover. He shares a story about his late daughter, Lauren, selling bracelets as a lesson in rapport, value, and meaning. The book launches April 28, with launch proceeds donated to Make-A-Wish Foundation. Key highlights: Why Write This Book Connect Convey Convert Beyond Sales Organizational – Buy In Speak Up Listen Up Culture Inviting Beats Telling Using AI Without Losing Trust Resources: Dr. Dennis Cummins on LinkedIn Dr. Dennis Cummins Website Invitational Selling click here Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    29 mins
  • Bribery Beyond Borders: The Hidden History and Future of the FCPA with Severin Wirz

    Bribery Beyond Borders: The Hidden History and Future of the FCPA with Severin Wirz
    Apr 14 2026
    Welcome to the SBR-Author’s Podcast! In this podcast series, Host Tom Fox visits with authors in the compliance arena and beyond. In this episode, Tom Fox welcomes Severin Wirz, Senior Director for Ethics and Compliance at Applied Materials and author of “Bribery Beyond Borders: The Story of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.” The book is about the origins, narrative approach, and future of FCPA enforcement. Severin explains he used storytelling to challenge conventional views that the FCPA was merely post-Watergate morality or the product of Stanley Sporkin alone, tracing a longer lineage of U.S. anti-corruption laws (Federal Corrupt Practices Act, Travel Act, Hobbs Act, RICO, Bank Secrecy Act) instead. He recounts the United Brands/Eli Black scandal, Wall Street Journal reporting that broke key bribery revelations, Stanley Sporkin’s role at the SEC, and the legislative influence of Frank Church and William Proxmire amid debates over disclosure, criminalization, and books-and-records provisions. Severin discusses shifting geopolitical drivers of enforcement and recommends related reading and contact options. Key highlights: Severin’s Compliance Journey Writing FCPA as a Thriller Eli Black Scandal Breaks Sporkin and SEC Momentum Journalists Connect the Dots Frank Church and Cold War Stakes Proxmire Gets It Passed Three Visions of the FCPA Future Enforcement and Geopolitics Resources: Severin Wirz on LinkedIn Bribery Beyond Borders: The Story of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act on CCI and Amazon. Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    31 mins
  • Risk is the Soundtrack of Life with Jim Massey

    Risk is the Soundtrack of Life with Jim Massey
    Nov 20 2025
    Welcome to the SBR-Authors Podcast! In this podcast series, Host Tom Fox visits with authors in the compliance arena and beyond. In this episode, Tom Fox welcomes back Jim Massey to discuss Jim's latest book, 'Risk in Action: A Leader's Guide to Clarity'. They take a deep dive into how the book builds on the themes outlined in 'Trust in Action', focusing on the comprehensive approach to managing risk, trust, and fear. Jim shares insights on redefining risk not as a binary choice but as a polarity to be managed, offering actionable steps for business and compliance leaders. He also introduces his new AI-driven risk assessment tool, designed to provide real-time, actionable insights. Jim emphasizes the importance of embracing risk as an opportunity for innovation and shares his key leadership lessons for navigating the ever-changing business landscape. Key highlights: The Genesis of ‘Risk in Action’ Understanding Risk and Its Importance The Role of Fear in Risk Management Innovative Risk Management Strategies Leadership and Risk The Future of Risk Assessments Resources: Risk in Action on Amazon Jim Massey Website Jim Massey on LinkedIn Eastward.ai Website Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    31 mins
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