Forward Risk

🌍✨ A Profound Thank You! ✨🌍 Forward Risk wants to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our sponsored summer networking series " Investing in Africa: Cocktails and Conversations" hosted with The Global African. Your participation and enthusiasm made the event truly unique! A special thanks to our speakers; Andrew Don, Bunmi Otegbade & Liz Yount. This salon created a rich environment for engaging insightful discussions, valuable networking, and visions about the future of investment in Africa. We’re so happy to have had the opportunity to connect with such a dynamic group of professionals, stakeholders, and thought leaders, from the non-profit, corporate, and government sectors. Let’s keep the momentum going and stay connected as we continue to drive #forward! Please reach out to Andrew and Bunmi for more ways to get involved with The Global African. We look forward to seeing you at future events and collaborating on new opportunities! Cheers to continued success and impactful partnerships! 🥂 If you’re interested in learning more about Forward Risk and/or Forward Global's services available in Africa, please don't hesitate to reach out! #ForwardRisk #ForwardGlobal #InvestingInAfrica #TheGlobalAfrican #CocktailsAndConversations

We're #hiring a Director of Business Development in NYC. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Our Director of Geopolitical Intelligence, Dr Judith Jacob, was interviewed by  Tech Against Terrorism, about the persistence of Islamic State propaganda targeting Southeast Asian societies on social media platforms. Dr Jacob routinely advises companies and governments about threats to their personnel and assets from terrorist organisations. https://lnkd.in/gsfRaSdc #geopoliticalrisk #securityintelligence #counterterrorism #forwardrisk #forwardglobal

What is Investigative Due Diligence? In our recent discussion, Brendan M. Foo and I delved into the nuances of investigative due diligence, a critical step that goes beyond basic online searches. Here’s a snapshot of our conversation: Investigative due diligence involves engaging expert firms to deeply examine the backgrounds of founders, executives, and key players involved in a deal. It’s not just about what's on the surface; it’s about uncovering detailed insights that can impact investment decisions. Key Insights: Investigative Due Diligence: It’s more than just checking Google. It involves expert firms diving deep into founders, executives, and key players. Factors Considered: ▪️Track Record: Past performance. ▪️Legal History: Red flags. ▪️Reputation: Online presence and industry standing. ▪️Motivations: Goals for the company. ▪️Conflicts of Interest: Hidden agendas. Benefits: ▪️Maximize the upside by uncovering hidden opportunities. ▪️Minimize downside by identifying risks early. ▪️Negotiate better deal terms with comprehensive knowledge. ▪️Increase investment confidence with a full picture. Who Should Use It: ▪️Investors of all sizes. ▪️Founders seeking transparency to strengthen their case. Engagement Tips: ▪️Balance cost vs. deal size. ▪️Choose reputable firms with specialized resources. ▪️Engage investigators through your lawyer for privilege protection. Transparency and thorough due diligence are game-changers in the investment landscape. Whether you're an investor or a founder, understanding and leveraging investigative due diligence can significantly impact your success. For those who missed it, feel free to reach out for more insights or a deeper dive into our discussion. Here is the Link: https://lnkd.in/gmHvvknZ #VentureCapital #DueDiligence #Investing #StartupSuccess #Transparency #RiskManagement #siliconvalley #siliconvalleylaw #socialmedia #garage2global Brandee Diamond, Natasha Allen, Nicholas O'Keefe, André Thiollier, Eric Chow,Lyman Thai, Foley & Lardner LLP, Brian Wheeler, Brendan M. Foo

Our co-founder Brendan M. Foo was quoted in this Fortune article about Singapore's largest ever money laundering scandal. He addressed the nation-state's attractiveness to family offices: "Singapore's predictable legal and political system offers investors the stability they crave." The scandal has sparked renewed scrutiny of the financial sector, including broadened due diligence. Learn more about how Forward Risk assists investors and financial institutions with due diligence: https://lnkd.in/ewMRAKuM https://lnkd.in/e3hfpgzz Forward Global #aml #singapore #antimoneylaundering #compliance #duediligence #investigations

Our co-founder, Brendan M. Foo, spoke with Ronald Orol on the latest episode of The Deal's Activist Investing Today podcast. In this engaging episode, he shares invaluable insights into critical topics relating to shareholder activism, best practices for thoroughly vetting directors to ensure alignment with shareholder interests, the role of the board in anticipating the targets of activists, as well as strategies for fostering transparency and accountability in board decisions. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gYg6R-K5 Learn more about Forward Risk's shareholder activism and corporate contests practice here: https://lnkd.in/g7JuT4tp #shareholderactivism #corporategoverance #activistinvesting #publiccompanies #boards #investigations #businessintelligence #forwardrisk #duediligence Forward Global

Listen to the latest Activist Investing Today #podcast with Ronald Orol, where Forward Risk co-founder Brendan M. F. dismisses assertions that business intelligence advisers to activists are knocking on doors in an aggressive way. #activism https://lnkd.in/eieztXzp

Dr Judith Jacob, our director of geopolitical intelligence, was interviewed by The National News about the foreign policy realities facing a potential Labour government in the UK. While the UK's commitment to Ukraine remains steadfast, "the outcome of the [US] presidential elections" remains far more consequential for the trajectory of the conflict. #geopoliticalrisk #foreignpolicy #UK #Ukraine #Labour #ukpolitics #DavidLammy #generalelection #🇬🇧

Dr Judith Jacob, our director of geopolitical intelligence, was interviewed by The National News about the foreign policy realities facing a potential Labour government in the UK. While the UK's commitment to Ukraine remains steadfast, "the outcome of the [US] presidential elections" remains far more consequential for the trajectory of the conflict. #geopoliticalrisk #foreignpolicy #UK #Ukraine #Labour #ukpolitics #DavidLammy #generalelection #🇬🇧

This Tuesday, June 25th, I have an upcoming webinar with Brendan M. Foo from Forward Risk, an international corporate intelligence firm. We'll delve into how investors can leverage investigative due diligence to make more informed decisions. In this discussion, Brendan and I will explore how moving beyond basic background checks to sophisticated intelligence gathering can give investors an edge in uncertain conditions. We'll share case studies, lessons learned, and best practices for executing thorough investigative due diligence. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your investment strategy with expert insights! Make sure to RSVP here to secure your spot - https://lnkd.in/g5bnfN5A #mergersandacquisitions #webinar #techlaw #corporategovernance #innovation #venturecapital #foleyforward #garage2global Foley & Lardner LLP