FCPA Enforcement and Compliance in the Energy Sector: Trends and Updates

Live Webcast Date: Tuesday, May 07, 2019 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (ET)

Add Reminder to My Calendar 05/07/2019 11:00 am 05/07/2019 2:00 pm America/New_York The Knowledge Group Webinar: FCPA Enforcement and Compliance in the Energy Sector: Trends and Updates The event starts in an hour. If you have not registered, please go to the link below to sign up today.https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/checkout/?add-to-cart=96166\r\n Although foreign corruption and bribery activities run rampant in every industry, the energy sector exposes itself to a higher risk compared to other businesses, as it often operates on larger scales and deals involving countries with different corruption and bribery laws and regulatory requirements. \n \nThe U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has been swarmed with lawsuits and alleged Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violations by companies in the energy sectors. The heightened enforcement of the FCPA, along with the government’s collaboration with other countries, has intensified the crackdown of violators who are now faced with higher penalties and irreparable reputational damages. \n \nThe stakes are high. Companies in the energy industry must keep themselves abreast of the recent developments and trends in complying with the aforementioned act. They must also come up with effective strategies and techniques to mitigate the risks of exposure to potential FCPA violations. \n \nIn this LIVE Webcast, a panel of distinguished professionals and thought leaders will help companies in the energy sector and their counsel, understand the important aspects of this significant topic. They will provide an in-depth discussion of recent FCPA trends and developments. Speakers will also offer best practices in developing and implementing effective strategies and techniques in ensuring maximum compliance with the FCPA. \n \nKey topics include: \n \n \n FCPA Enforcement in the Energy Sector: Statistics \n Recent Trends and Developments \n Notable Cases \n Compliance Issues and Solutions \n Mitigating Risks \n Best Practices and Practical Tips \n The Future of FCPA and the Energy Industry \n \n https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/fcpa-enforcement-and-compliance-in-the-energy-sector/

Online CLE FCPA Enforcement

Although foreign corruption and bribery activities run rampant in every industry, the energy sector exposes itself to a higher risk compared to other businesses, as it often operates on larger scales and deals involving countries with different corruption and bribery laws and regulatory requirements.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has been swarmed with lawsuits and alleged Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violations by companies in the energy sectors. The heightened enforcement of the FCPA, along with the government’s collaboration with other countries, has intensified the crackdown of violators who are now faced with higher penalties and irreparable reputational damages.

The stakes are high. Companies in the energy industry must keep themselves abreast of the recent developments and trends in complying with the aforementioned act. They must also come up with effective strategies and techniques to mitigate the risks of exposure to potential FCPA violations.

In this LIVE Webcast, a panel of distinguished professionals and thought leaders will help companies in the energy sector and their counsel, understand the important aspects of this significant topic. They will provide an in-depth discussion of recent FCPA trends and developments. Speakers will also offer best practices in developing and implementing effective strategies and techniques in ensuring maximum compliance with the FCPA.

Key topics include:

FCPA Enforcement in the Energy Sector: Statistics
Recent Trends and Developments
Notable Cases
Compliance Issues and Solutions
Mitigating Risks
Best Practices and Practical Tips
The Future of FCPA and the Energy Industry

Who Should Attend

White Collar Crime Attorneys
FCPA Securities and Corporate Governance Attorneys
FCPA Practicing Lawyers
Regulatory and Policy Managers
Corporate Counsel
Compliance Officers
International Counsel
Directors and Executives
Top Level Management
Energy, Oil & Gas Companies
Other interested/related professionals

Faculty

Joseph A. Spinelli
Senior Managing Director
Ankura

Anne Hukkelaas Gaustad
Attorney
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

Greg Esslinger
Senior Partner
Control Risks

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Online CLE FCPA Enforcement

SEGMENT 1:
Joseph A. Spinelli, Senior Managing Director
Ankura

Enhanced Due Diligence- A must for the Oil & Gas Industry
Proactive Compliance Steps for Energy Companies Doing Business Internationally & Compliance Guidance
Identifying the Risks Associated with Energy Companies Doing Business Internationally
Trends and Patterns of FCPA Enforcement – 2018

SEGMENT 2:
Anne Hukkelaas Gaustad, Attorney
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

SEGMENT 3:
Greg Esslinger, Senior Partner
Control Risks

Online CLE FCPA Enforcement

Joseph A. SpinelliSenior Managing DirectorAnkura

Joseph A. Spinelli is a Senior Managing Director at Ankura, based in New York. He has been a preeminent leader in multiple fields, including white collar crime investigations, anti-bribery and corruption, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) risk management, monitorships, and criminal investigations. He served as the first ever inspector general of New York State, and a special agent in the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). In addition, he has served as a national partner in charge for several practices at a Big Four firm.

Anne Hukkelaas GaustadAttorneyHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

Greg EsslingerSenior PartnerControl Risks

Greg Esslinger is a Senior Partner in Control Risks’ Compliance, Forensics and Intelligence practice in the Americas region, with an emphasis on regulatory investigations, compliance program evaluation and development, business intelligence and due diligence, as well as the utilization of litigation support and analytic technologies. Greg is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with nearly 20 years’ experience addressing domestic and international issues on behalf of governments, boards, senior management and counsel. His areas of focus include global bribery and corruption, complex financial fraud, audit committee and special committee investigations, international due diligence and asset tracing. Matters in which Greg has worked span more than 40 countries across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Online CLE FCPA Enforcement

Course Level:
Intermediate

Advance Preparation:
Print and review course materials

Method Of Presentation:
Live Webcast

Prerequisite:
General knowledge of anti-bribery and corruption law

Course Code:
147982

NY Category of CLE Credit:
Areas of Professional Practice

Total Credits:
2.0 CLE

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FCPA Enforcement and Compliance in the Energy Sector: Trends and Updates