Innovation comes in many forms, and compliance professionals not only need to be ready for it but also embrace it. Join Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, as he visits with top innovative minds, thinkers, and creators in the award-winning Innovation in Compliance podcast. In this episode, Tom welcomes back Alan Saquella to discuss critical issues surrounding retaliation, whistleblowers, and fostering a speak-up culture within corporations. Saquella, drawing from his extensive background in law enforcement, corporate compliance investigations, and academia, delves into the challenges middle managers face due to the fear of retaliation from senior leadership. The conversation also explores the ethical dilemmas in C-suite decisions regarding vendor and supplier selection, the mechanics and significance of whistleblower hotlines, and the crucial role of senior leadership in promoting ethical practices. Alan further emphasizes the importance of protecting whistleblowers and ensuring the effectiveness of compliance mechanisms through education, promotion, and a trust-centric approach. Key Highlights: Retaliation and Whistleblowers Middle Managers and Ethical Dilemmas Vendor and Supplier Selection Ethics Whistleblower Programs and Confidential Hotlines Role of Senior Leadership in Ethical Practices Whistleblower Protection and Corporate Culture Resources: Alan Saquella on  LinkedIn Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn