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Ethics That Endure, Compliance That Evolves – From Regulation to Digitalisation.
Three decades of global legal, ethics, and compliance practice—applied to AI governance before it was fashionable.
Most advisors learned compliance when regulations arrived. I applied proven principles to emerging technology from day one.
ABOUT ME
I am Cecilia Garcia Podoley, an international lawyer, ethics and compliance expert and AI governance advisor. I help organisations translate enduring ethical standards and evolving regulatory demands into solid (digital) business strategies.
With decades of experience in traditional compliance, ethics, and international law, I reduce risks, safeguard reputation, and protect the values that define your brand.
Fluent in four languages - English, French, Spanish and Dutch - and improving in Italian, I bridge cultural and linguistic gaps to deliver compliance solutions that resonate globally.
Based in Geneva, I combine Swiss neutrality with a global outlook, building trust and delivering results in diverse, international settings.
Working with me, hand-in-hand, we turn complex regulations and ethical dilemmas into clear, practical roadmaps.

While others focus narrowly on AI, I bring three decades of experience across SOX, FCPA, GDPR, and anti-corruption. I apply this deep institutional memory to all new regulatory landscapes, ensuring your organization is compliant today and ready for whatever comes next. New regulations don't surprise me.
WHY WORK WITH ME?
Clarity in Complexity
Regulations made understandable and actionable.
Personal Attention
Direct collaboration from start to finish. Single point accountability.
Proven Global Experience
Three decades of hands-on work across industries and jurisdictions.
Future-Ready, Value-Driven Solutions
Protecting organisations while enabling innovation.
Trusted Ecosystem
Specialised vetted partners when cases exceeds solo capacity.
Transparent Pricing
Fixed-fee project scoping available. Retainer options for ongoing advisory.
Institutional Memory
Three decades across regulatory cycles means I know which frameworks survive scrutiny and which collapse under pressure.
WHAT I DO
Ethics & Compliance
  • Code of Conduct and policy creation
  • Whistleblower systems and investigations
  • Third-party risk management
  • Training and communication
AI & Technology Governance
  • AI risk and compliance assessments
  • Ethical AI strategy and frameworks
  • AI literacy training
  • Policy research
Legal Support
  • Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
  • M&A support
  • Regulatory compliance
  • LegalTech
HOW I DO IT
Three tailored engagement models designed to meet you where you are — whether you need a quick check, a full build, or a trusted ongoing partner.
Targeted Project
Targeted engagements: compliance audits, investigations support, policy drafting, whistleblower system setup, regulatory gap analysis. Scoped upfront with fixed deliverables and timeline.
Ideal for:
Organisations with a specific, defined need.
Full Implementation
End-to-end framework design, policy suite creation, training rollout, and integration with existing compliance infrastructure.
Ideal for:
Organisations building governance from scratch or overhauling legacy programs.
Ongoing Retainer
Quarterly reviews, regulatory monitoring, ad-hoc advisory, and priority access for emerging issues.
Ideal for:
Established companies seeking sustained, responsive support.
Clients who need a "compliance partner" after an audit or overhaul.

RECENT SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Speaker on "Luxury for Humans and Machines: Navigating a New Landscape in the Age of AI" at the 6th Luxury Roundtable. Delivered framework for managing AI risks and uses with focus on the luxury industry.
Speaker on "AI in Compliance: From Experimentation to Defensible Practice" at Risk!n 2026
Panel moderation "From Code to Conduct: Steering Ethics and Compliance into an AI Powered Future" at Global Ethics and Compliance Symposium 2026
LET'S CONNECT
Let's figure out what you need and how I can support. Reach out today for a free consultation.
Based in Geneva, Switzerland - working globally.
IDE: CHE-195.793.463
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