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In an era of heightened scrutiny by shareholders, the government and the public, the way in which a company conducts its business is as important as the results it produces. Compliance with all the state and federal laws and regulations that apply to your business and adherence to standards and ethical practices should be an essential part of your business operations. Violations can result in serious injury to your organization in the form of fines, lawsuits, loss of reputation and profits, and more.

We are operating in a hyper-transparent world where environmental and social vulnerabilities – and sometimes, upheavals – can swiftly damage corporate reputations as well as performance. Consumers and investors are increasingly aligning their loyalties with companies and brands that are fully transparent about their business practices and clear about their ethical values.

Numerous facets of contemporary business operations carry potential implications for national security. Given the ever-evolving landscape of threats and technologies, governmental guidance and regulations also undergo continuous changes. Notably, heightened scrutiny from the U.S. government, particularly concerning foreign investments and international financial payments as well as the protection of personal data, has emerged in response to advancements in the private sector and higher education. In navigating the intricate web of evolving regulations encompassing areas such as the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS)/Team Telecom, Economic Sanctions, and Export Control, Guidepost ensures proactive readiness to prevent and address emerging threats. We diligently stay abreast of fluctuations in the realm of national security regulations, enabling our clients to navigate these complexities and avoid unforeseen challenges.

We have assisted a variety of financial services firms around the globe, including international investment banks, international commercial banks, mortgage companies, broker-dealers, clearing firms, hedge funds, private equity and venture capital funds, and domestic and regional commercial banks, along with a variety of financial technology and cryptocurrency firms.

Through our Enterprise Solutions team, we provide a full complement of services to organizations in order to expand and support their security capabilities. Bringing forward the full suite of offerings provided by Guidepost, our team delivers security operations competencies that can contribute to those already in place within an organization or allow a company to outsource security services that are not within their core competencies. In either scenario, our team will provide high-quality, dependable services on-demand.

In an era of heightened scrutiny by shareholders, the government and the public, the way in which a company conducts its business is as important as the results it produces. Companies may need to hire integrity monitors as part of an agreement with a prosecutor’s office or as a court-ordered mandate.

We provide integrity monitoring services to help prevent and resolve cases of employee misconduct, corporate fraud and illegal activity. Our integrity monitoring team is comprised of former federal prosecutors, compliance experts, investigators and forensic accountants.

In an increasingly sophisticated and regulated business world, your approach to preparing and disclosing financials can be just as telling as the numbers themselves. The pressures of an economic downturn, a misguided drive to live up to market expectations or just plain greed can lead to fraud, expropriation or other financial malfeasance that may not be readily apparent to those outside an organization. These financial threats can devastate your business or potential venture if left undiscovered or unchecked.

Emerging issues and technology have created a new paradigm of risk involving intellectual property, social media, digital assets, cryptocurrency, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), blockchain, cybersecurity and asset custody options, financial technology, reputation and brand management, artificial intelligence, algorithmic design and validation, and virtual healthcare. Each of these require a unique expertise to manage, whether it is an investigation, asset recovery, or risk mitigation compliance or security program. Our skilled team provides innovative solutions for complex investigations, tracing the blockchain and recovering digital assets, reputation and brand management challenges, and helping establish rigorous programs to achieve secure digital environments and compliance with existing and emerging regulations and vulnerabilities.

The IRS has designated certain fringe benefits to companies as necessary for the safety of its employees, partners, and directors under U.S. Code Title 26 USC 132. To qualify, the IRS requires an independent third-party assessment to verify any legitimate security threat or concern. Performing an independent security study (“ISS”) provides valuable insight into your company’s risk environment for key corporate leadership and outlines the optimal treatment of the expenditures for the corporation and the executive receiving the fringe benefits.

Guidepost Solutions is a leader in the field of security consulting and risk management. We offer comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of corporate executives, ultra-high net worth individuals, and family offices to maintain personal, business, and operational security, safety, and privacy.  Our services range from sophisticated global protection and emergency crisis response to security technology design and reputation and identity management. 

Public authorities, construction companies and developers spend billions of dollars developing and building commercial, residential and infrastructure projects.

In the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry, our company offers a range of expert solutions designed to address critical needs and mitigate potential risks.

Infrastructure encompasses a wide range of companies from construction firms, utility companies, and transportation and logistics companies, to telecommunications and internet service providers, and engineering services.

Our financial crime, compliance, and monitoring teams are operationally experienced in developing, deploying, and running risk management solutions to address the unique needs of global financial service firms while still providing an outstanding experience for customers.

With a proven track record in the energy sector, Guidepost Solutions is known for our trust and reliability. We specialize in uncovering the truth, addressing challenges, and ensuring industry compliance.

Guidepost Solutions offers a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to address the complex and varied challenges faced by corporations.

With a growing number of states legalizing cannabis for medical and recreational use, businesses are expanding their capacity to cultivate, process, and distribute quickly.

In the dynamic and ever-evolving transportation industry, Guidepost Solutions offers a spectrum of specialized solutions tailored to meet its distinct security and compliance needs. With a wealth of experience, we have established ourselves as industry leaders in providing comprehensive security design, risk assessments, and compliance solutions.

At Guidepost, we specialize in providing comprehensive and cutting-edge solutions tailored to the unique needs of the healthcare industry. Our commitment to excellence enables healthcare organizations to navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape with confidence. Trust us to safeguard your operations, protect sensitive information, and mitigate risks at every turn.

We are uniquely qualified to provide guidance and support to higher education institutions and K-12 school systems.

Updated: October 3, 2023 Guidepost Solutions LLC (“Guidepost Solutions” or “we”) offers global investigations, compliance, monitoring, and security and technology consulting solutions for clients in a wide range of industries. Our address is 260 Madison Avenue, Third Floor, New York, NY 10016. We regard the privacy of individuals and the confidentiality of our clients’ business […]

WE ARE YOUR GUIDEPOST. We are a global team of investigators, experienced security and technology consultants, and compliance and monitoring experts. We provide solutions that help companies, government agencies, individuals, and their counsel solve problems, mitigate risks, resolve disputes, and protect lives, assets, and reputations.

As U.S. enforcement expands cartel activity into terrorism liability, companies operating in Latin America face new and complex exposure. Guidepost combines former DEA leadership with on-the-ground intelligence networks to uncover risk, assess compliance gaps, and build a defensible path forward.

Updated: October 3, 2023 Guidepost Solutions LLC (“Guidepost Solutions” or “we”) offers global investigations, compliance, monitoring, and security and technology consulting solutions for clients in a wide range of industries. Our address is 260 Madison Avenue, Third Floor, New York, NY 10016. We regard the privacy of individuals and the confidentiality of our clients’ business […]

SENTINEL PREMIER Security with Precision; Service with Discretion Welcome to Sentinel Premier, a specialized program from Guidepost Solutions designed to provide comprehensive security and privacy solutions tailored to the unique needs of family offices and high-net-worth individuals. We understand that you may not need or want a full-time security director, which is why we’ve created […]

Updated: October 30, 2023 Report Released Please be advised that the release of Part 2 of Guidepost’s Independent Investigation Report for Oxford (Michigan) Community Schools has been issued. Please click here to download the report. In our haste to release the report before the end of the day, minor typos and formatting inconsistencies remained. These […]

Scope Welcome to the Guidepost Solutions LLC (“Guidepost Solutions”) website. Guidepost Solutions provides global investigations, compliance, monitoring and security and technology consulting solutions for clients in a wide range of industries around the world. We have created this website to give you information about who we are and what we do and to invite you […]

Our Executive Leadership team sets the tone for our company, ensuring that all solutions are delivered with the highest level of quality, integrity, and professionalism.

Following the confirmed death of CJNG leader “El Mencho,” coordinated violence and leadership uncertainty are reshaping Mexico’s security landscape. This intelligence brief outlines key developments, near-term scenarios, and the operational risks organizations should monitor when operating or investing in Mexico.

Welcome to the Independent Monitor (Monitor) Page related to the Magellan Diagnostics, Inc. (Magellan) resolution with the federal government involving lead testing that occurred between 2013 and 2017. This page provides relevant information related to Magellan’s resolution with the Government and Guidepost Solution’s (Guidepost’s) role as the Monitor.

Among the risks inherent in a merger or an acquisition, few bring the financial and reputational consequences of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”).

Last month, the Department of Justice released its first-ever department-wide Corporate Enforcement and Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy (CEP), establishing a single framework for how the DOJ handles corporate criminal matters across all of its components and U.S. Attorney’s Offices. The policy replaces a patchwork of division-specific policies that had created inconsistency for companies navigating potential criminal […]

On July 26, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) implemented new cybersecurity rules to require disclosure of material cybersecurity incidents within four business days, with limited exceptions.

As my colleague Ken Mendelson noted, the watchword for ACI’s recent CFIUS conference was “mitigation.”  

This February marks an important milestone in the evolution of cybersecurity regulation: entities regulated by the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) were required to submit their first annual certification of compliance with New York’s, first in the nation, cybersecurity regulation by February 15, 2018. This occasion provides a good opportunity to reflect […]

Anyone who has been involved in U.S. government contracting knows that applicable rules and regulations have increased consistently over the years. Congress has used federal contracts to implement a wide range of policies, regulations, and laws, from labor laws to environmental concerns to subcontracting requirements to cybersecurity matters.

When companies intend to merge with or acquire another company, many risk factors must be evaluated prior to the transaction’s execution. However, immigration compliance risk is not always on the top of that list. And, that could be a potentially costly omission.

How cartel FTO designations, and their expansion through U.S. counterterrorism strategy, have reshaped corporate exposure globally A New Enforcement Signal Companies Cannot Ignore On May 6, 2026, the White House released a counterterrorism strategy that expands and reinforces an enforcement posture already created by the designation of major cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially […]

Despite an industry uproar, the sky is NOT falling with the U.S. Department of Justice (“DoJ”) requirement that chief executive officers (“CEOs”) and chief compliance officers (“CCOs”) certify that their compliance programs are effective. Instead, a warm productive sunlight will shine upon CCOs and companies. That’s because these CEO / CCO certifications – if done […]

Earlier in July, the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division launched a program to reward whistleblowers. What does this mean for you and your compliance program? The Antitrust  whistleblowers program continues a trend that many agencies and Inspectors General  have adopted whistleblower hotlines allowing  whistleblowers to share in any  recovery derived from their reports. In the […]