Meet Captain Compliance: The Risk That Quietly Costs CEOs Millions with Guest Richart Ruddie

In this episode of Unmasked: The CEO Files, host Alan McLaren chats with Richart Ruddie, Founder of Captain Compliance, to unpack the real journey behind building exiting and scaling businesses in fast-changing digital environments. From starting his career during the financial crisis to becoming an entrepreneur by accident, Richart shares how relentless learning shaped his leadership journey while discussing the emotional reality of exits, the pressure founders face to move fast without perfection and why privacy compliance has become one of the most critical (and overlooked!) risks for modern businesses. This conversation is a candid look at leadership under pressure, building trust at scale and leading with clarity in an era defined by data, AI and constant change. In this episode, we explore: ➡️ How curiosity and learning fuel long-term leadership growth ➡️ The real lessons behind failed ventures and successful exits ➡️ Why privacy compliance is now a competitive advantage ➡️ The emotional shift founders experience after an exit ➡️ How leaders balance speed, imperfection and trust while scaling Whether you’re a CEO, founder, or operator navigating growth, exits, or regulation, this episode offers hard-earned insight into leading with clarity, resilience, and intention. Connect with Richart Ruddie: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richartruddie/ 👉 Website: https://captaincompliance.com/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@captain-compliance