We continue to introduce founders of European Compliance Professionals Association (ECPA) and this time please meet our Co-founder and Board Member Sergejus Muravjovas, an expert in anti-corruption, ethics and behavioural change, with more than 18 years of experience in helping develop new laws, put standards in practice and change organisational values and behaviour.
What are the ECPA's key priorities in the field of corruption prevention?
"The way we understand prevention of corruption is rapidly changing. It’s not just about ticking boxes and pushing paper anymore, as both heads of organizations and compliance offices come under heavy pressure to show results. Expected results now mean real change in values and behavior that can be equated to greater integrity and resilience against corruption.
However, it's easier said than done. Senior managers and compliance people increasingly realize they need to ask difficult questions, test and develop new approaches that require new knowledge. This is what our Association can hopefully focus on. We would be happy to both assist our colleagues in following the letter of the law and creating a data-driven culture of integrity within their organizations"
How will the ECPA promote ethical business practices in Europe?
"Corporate ethics and integrity are front and center of any conversation on our sustainable future. One of the key questions though is, how do you walk the talk? I am a big fan of behavioral insights and have been applying them in my work for many years now. In a way, we are in the business of changing social norms – and an important thing to keep in mind is that this should not be done forcefully or through confrontation.
I believe our Association has a wonderful opportunity to help companies innovate in the field of ethics. It’s important to have a robust theory of change and choose the right pace of discussion on ethics and integrity within your organization. If you only tick boxes or take on commitments you cannot see through, it can backfire and do more harm than good. People may not take seriously not only ethical guidelines but question other rules and commitments."
How does the ECPA plan to collaborate with governments and regulatory bodies?
"For new ideas to flourish, partnerships are key. This is the way you build common rapport, exchange ideas and create success stories that last. Colleagues from the public sector are important drivers of change. Hopefully, our Association can serve both as a connector and a center of expertise while discussing changes in regulation, new guidelines and how to define and measure success in the field of compliance."
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