Articles

RTO? Here’s how to get it right
Return-to-office (RTO) mandates have been one of the most hotly debated workplace topics over the last few years. Initially, many companies embraced remote work as a necessity during the pandemic,...
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Trump 2.0: upending FCPA prosecutions
During the first Trump administration, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) remained largely unaffected in both scope and enforcement. However, Trump 2.0 has paused FCPA enforcement and signaled a significant...
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Compliance checklist for ensuring 100% training completion
Compliance training is one of the fundamental planks for building an ethical and compliant organization. If employees don’t understand what's expected of them in today’s increasingly risk-filled business world, they...
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DEI under scrutiny: approaching DEI after Trump’s Executive Orders
Disclaimer: This article does not constitute legal advice. It is provided solely for informational purposes and is not intended to be relied upon as a standalone resource. If you have...
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4 common HR goals — and how to crush them using benchmarks
HR benchmarking isn’t just some fancy term. It’s your secret weapon for making smarter, more strategic decisions. Think of it as your industry cheat sheet, giving you insight into what’s...
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9 company policies every organization needs
Picture this: an employee spots unethical behavior but hesitates to speak up, worried about retaliation. Or, a manager unknowingly uses generative AI to handle sensitive data, risking a security breach....
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Quarterly Compliance Update: December 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the compliance landscape, including laws and trends that've shaped corporate ethics throughout the year. From increasing scrutiny...
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Getting to know Ethena’s compensation philosophy
At Ethena, our compensation philosophy is more than just numbers — it’s a reflection of our values and commitment to building an inclusive, high-performance culture. By being transparent about how...
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What a second Trump term could mean for E&C programs
I recently found myself on a compliance roundtable alongside Ethena CEO Roxanne Petraeus and CLO Brandis Anderson discussing the potential impact of a second Trump administration on Ethics & Compliance...
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Ethena now integrates with Vanta!
The Ethena team is excited to announce the availability of our newest product integration with Vanta, making tracking for cybersecurity training easier than ever! TL;DR: Ethena’s integration with Vanta automatically...
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Formal warnings: what they are and how to issue one
When workplace investigations conclude with findings that highlight an employee’s need for corrective action, a formal warning can be an effective way to address the issue without resorting to termination....
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Oops! 8 common legal mistakes HR pros make — and how to avoid them
We won't sugarcoat it: trying to navigate the very intricate web of employment laws and regulations often feels like walking a tightrope. As HR pros, it's our responsibility to balance...
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