S5, E219 - Choosing the Right Privacy Ally: Counsel, Consultant, or a Secret Third Option?

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Ever wondered how evolving privacy laws impact your company’s
risk profile and compliance strategies? Join us for a captivating
discussion with Ray, the Chief Compliance and Data Privacy
Officer at TopCon Healthcare, and K, a seasoned privacy attorney
with a unique nursing background. Ray shares his journey from the
early days of HIPAA to his current challenges at TopCon, while K
offers insights on transitioning seamlessly between legal and
non-legal roles. Together, they unravel the complex interplay
between legal and consulting roles in data protection, offering
valuable insights for anyone navigating the privacy
landscape.

From the merits of hiring consultants versus law firms to manage
privacy programs to the intricacies of data inventories and
impact assessments, this episode tackles the pressing issues
companies face today. We explore real-world scenarios, like the
innovative Harmony platform at TopCon Healthcare, demonstrating
how new business activities can shift a company’s risk profile.
Ray and Kay provide a balanced perspective on when to engage
consultants for their hands-on expertise and when to turn to law
firms for their regulatory acumen.

But it’s not all serious business—Ray shares a hilarious anecdote
about the precise positioning of toilet paper, adding a touch of
humor to our deep dive into privacy tech evolution and the
essential collaboration between privacy and security officers.
Whether you’re a privacy professional or someone interested in
the dynamic between legal and consulting roles, this episode is
packed with insights, practical advice, and a few laughs. Tune in
and gain a fresh perspective on the ever-changing world of
privacy compliance and consultancy.


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