$236B Modern Slavery Crisis: CEO Must-Know Business Risks | Matt Friedman Interview

Описание: $236B Modern Slavery Crisis: CEO Must-Know Business Risks | Matt Friedman Interview | Ep. 125
Modern slavery is a $236 billion crisis that could be hiding in your business supply chain—are you prepared to protect your company and reputation?

In this urgent episode of The King Dems Podcast (Ranked Global Top 3% on ListenNotes), Ademola Odewade interviews Matt Friedman, CEO of the Mekong Club and world-leading anti-trafficking expert with 40+ years of experience. Discover how modern slavery infiltrates businesses worldwide, the real risks for CEOs and leaders, and the proven strategies to safeguard your company in 2025.

Key Takeaways:
The $236B hidden economy threatening global businesses
Boohoo’s £2B loss: The supply chain scandal every CEO must learn from
How AI and crypto scams fuel new trafficking threats
Audit frameworks for ethical business leaders
Supply chain dangers in the UK, West, and Africa
Tech innovations fighting human trafficking
Leadership opportunities in the fight against modern slavery

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Modern Slavery and Anti-Trafficking Efforts
07:41 Personal Journey into Activism Against Human Trafficking
13:33 Global Perspectives on Human Trafficking Hotspots
19:12 Impact of Funding Cuts on NGOs and Humanitarian Efforts
24:57 The Role of the Private Sector in Combating Modern Slavery
30:52 Business Risks and Ethical Responsibilities
36:46 Technological Innovations in Fighting Human Trafficking
42:10 The Dark Side of Technology in Human Trafficking
43:31 Scam Centers: The New Face of Human Trafficking
45:18 The Pig Butchering Scam: A Deceptive Trap
46:37 AI and Technology: New Tools for Deception
49:12 Cross-Sector Collaboration: Bridging Gaps for Change
51:53 Finding Passionate Advocates: The Human Element
52:50 Personal Stories: The Heart of Advocacy
55:57 Leadership Mindset: Navigating Modern Day Slavery
59:55 Empowering Action: How to Make a Difference
01:05:30 Storytelling for Impact: The Power of Narratives
01:11:20 Advice for Aspiring Advocates: Embrace Your Journey

About Matt Friedman:
Global anti-trafficking expert with 40 years’ experience, 15 books, CEO of the Mekong Club, and author of “Awakening the Advocate: Leadership from Pain to Purpose.”

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