Mirroring Corporate Compliance Impact in Public Environments
Colinda Howard
President, ComplyBrid Consulting, LLC
This week, we chatted with Colinda Howard for an in-depth discussion on resilient compliance programs in the public sector. Colinda shares lessons from Fortune 5 corporations, emphasizing proactive risk governance, perpetual audit readiness, and the importance of leadership and culture. The conversation explores how public agencies can balance efficiency, accountability, and transparency, offering practical strategies for building strong, adaptable compliance programs that maintain public trust and withstand regulatory scrutiny. The episode provides actionable insights for public sector compliance and risk professionals.
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Colinda Howard
President, ComplyBrid Consulting, LLC
Summary of Qualifications
Colinda Howard is a former attorney, federally trained workplace investigator, and seasoned risk governance strategist with over 20 years of leadership experience across Fortune 5 corporations, federal and local government agencies, and large school districts. She is recognized for building defensible compliance programs, leading high-profile investigations, and coaching leaders to elevate strategy, oversight, and accountability. Colinda blends her legal, compliance, and leadership expertise to help organizations in high-risk, highly regulated environments strengthen resilience, mitigate exposure, and earn public trust.
Business Experience
- International Coaching Federation (ICF)
- National Speakers Association (NSA)
- Center for Houston’s Future Leadership Cohort
Education
- Juris Doctor, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (Computer Science concentration), North Carolina Central University
