Speaking Truth: A Candid Conversation with Compliance Leaders on Building Trust ‍

What to expect

Join us in Miami for an intimate, in-person conversation with compliance leaders who are building organizational trust through modern, world-class whistleblower programs. This is a curated discussion where experienced practitioners share real stories, hard-won lessons, and practical strategies you can apply immediately.

‍

You’ll hear from leaders who have successfully transformed their speak-up cultures: candid insights about what worked, what didn't, and how they navigated complex challenges. You’ll have the chance to share your stories, too. Stay a bit longer… continue the conversation, ask follow-up questions, and connect with peers who understand the nuances of building trust in today's compliance landscape.

‍

This intimate format creates space for authentic dialogue. You'll have the opportunity to share your own experiences, get practical advice on challenges you're facing, and build relationships with compliance professionals from across the region. Whether you're refining an established program or building one from scratch, you'll leave with fresh perspectives and actionable ideas. Leaders from organizations of all sizes will gain perspectives from diverse industries and organizational contexts.

‍

Space is intentionally limited to ensure meaningful interaction. Register today!

‍

What you'll experience

• Intimate panel discussion – Hear directly from compliance leaders who have built speak-up cultures that employees trust, with time for your questions and reactions.‍
• Real stories, real lessons – Learn from candid stories about navigating investigations, overcoming organizational resistance, and turning insights into meaningful change.‍
• Interactive Q&A – This isn't a lecture. Ask questions, share your challenges, and benefit from the collective wisdom in the room.
• Peer-to-peer networking – Connect over refreshments with compliance professionals facing similar challenges and opportunities.
• Practical takeaways – Leave with frameworks, ideas, and inspiration you can implement in your organization immediately.
• Happy Hour networking – Join your peers from 5:00-6:30pm for casual compliance conversations, light bites, and drinks overlooking the bay

‍

Agenda‍

3:30-4:00pm - Registration and Networking

4:00-5:00pm - Main presentation

5:00-6:30pm - Happy Hour

‍

Meet your presenters

Alfredo Avila is a compliance and legal leader with over 18 years of experience guiding multinational organizations in regulated industries, currently serving as Compliance Officer at Millicom (Tigo). He has held senior roles at global companies including PepsiCo, Baxter, and Gap Inc., bringing deep expertise in corporate compliance, data privacy, AML, and risk management, and is known for embedding compliance into business strategy while supporting organizational growth.

‍

‍Yeny Fanning is a compliance leader with over 18 years of experience serving as LATAM Compliance Officer for Apotex, with a focus on pharmaceutical and DEA regulatory compliance across Latin American markets. She brings extensive experience in guiding regional compliance strategies and operational excellence in highly regulated sectors, with a proven track record of strengthening governance and regulatory adherence across pharmaceutical, drilling, manufacturing, construction and shared services.

‍

‍Jose Medinanazer is a compliance and AML leader with over 17 years of experience, currently serving as Head of Compliance and Ethics at Liberty Caribbean, with deep expertise in BSA/AML, sanctions, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory frameworks. He brings a proven track record of building enterprise-wide, risk-based compliance programs in complex, high-risk financial environments, leveraging data and analytics to strengthen governance, regulatory resilience, and ethical culture.

‍

Our conversation will be hosted by Marinela Gomez, a seasoned compliance, ethics, and enterprise sales leader, currently serving as VP, Growth and Commercial Strategy for North America at SpeakUp, where she shapes the region’s strategic direction. With deep experience at companies including Oracle, NAVEX Global, and Marketo, Nela combines expertise in enterprise sales with a strong focus on ethical integrity, risk mitigation, and embedding sustainable compliance programs across complex operations.