SpeakUp Expands into Comprehensive Ethics & Compliance Suite with AI-Powered Solutions
SpeakUp, the trusted ethics and compliance platform used by global giants like BMW, Nestlé, and Swarovski, has announced a significant expansion of its offerings with the launch of two groundbreaking solutions: SpeakUp Paths, an AI-powered disclosure and approval management platform, and an AI Voice Agent for streamlined voice-based reporting. This development marks a pivotal shift in SpeakUp’s evolution, transitioning from a provider of speak-up channels and case management tools to a unified, end-to-end ethics and compliance suite. Designed as a one-stop shop for compliance teams and employees, SpeakUp now covers the entire compliance journey—from intake to insight.
This strategic move underscores SpeakUp’s commitment to modernizing compliance practices and supporting its rapid growth, particularly in the US market. To bolster this expansion, the company has appointed compliance industry veteran Tom McNamara to its Board of Directors, further solidifying its leadership position.
Transforming Voice-Based Reporting with AI
One of the standout innovations in SpeakUp’s expanded suite is its AI Voice Agent, a breakthrough in voice-based intake. This tool provides a guided, conversational experience that captures key details from callers and generates structured, actionable reports for compliance teams. Unlike traditional hotlines, which often involve long wait times, language barriers, or reliance on third-party operators, SpeakUp’s AI Voice Agent ensures instant responses, consistent documentation, and enhanced privacy.
This innovation not only makes phone reporting more accessible and reliable but also eliminates inefficiencies inherent in legacy systems. By integrating seamlessly into SpeakUp Report, the company’s whistleblower solution, the AI Voice Agent enhances the overall user experience while empowering compliance teams with faster, clearer, and more actionable insights.
Proactive Risk Management with SpeakUp Paths
Complementing the AI Voice Agent is SpeakUp Paths, a powerful disclosure and approval management solution designed to proactively identify and mitigate evolving compliance risks. SpeakUp Paths enables employees to securely disclose a wide range of potential issues—such as gifts, bribery, entertainment expenses, personal relationships, and conflicts of interest—while providing compliance teams with real-time visibility into submissions.
The platform features a centralized dashboard that consolidates all disclosures into a single system, streamlining workflows and ensuring transparency. Employees receive instant feedback after submitting disclosures, reinforcing trust and accountability. Additionally, SpeakUp Paths is fully customizable, allowing organizations to tailor the system to their unique processes and operational needs. With support for over 80 languages and scalability across business units, SpeakUp Paths is built to meet the demands of complex, multinational organizations.
Underpinned by Sienna AI
At the core of SpeakUp’s expanded suite is Sienna AI, the company’s proprietary AI intelligence layer. Sienna AI powers all of SpeakUp’s offerings, including SpeakUp Report, SpeakUp Paths, and the AI Voice Agent, delivering speed, clarity, and actionable insights at scale. By automating and enhancing how information is captured, processed, and analyzed, Sienna AI equips compliance teams to stay ahead of risks and make informed decisions.
Key capabilities of SpeakUp’s AI-powered suite include:
- Surface Potential Risks: Identifying issues early to minimize exposure and enable faster decision-making.
- Real-Time Visibility: Centralized dashboards provide compliance teams with instant access to submissions across teams and regions.
- Instant Employee Feedback: Employees receive clear, immediate guidance, fostering transparency and trust.
- Customizable Workflows: Tailored to reflect each organization’s unique processes and ways of working.
- Scalable and Multilingual Intake: Supporting global operations with intuitive access in over 80 languages.
Addressing Growing Regulatory Scrutiny
As regulatory scrutiny of AI use in the private sector intensifies, organizations face increasing pressure to ensure that their compliance processes are transparent, auditable, and defensible. Several state Attorneys General are now applying consumer protection, privacy, and anti-discrimination laws to examine how businesses deploy AI in internal decision-making. This heightened scrutiny makes it critical for companies to adopt solutions that can withstand legal and ethical challenges while maintaining trust and compliance.
SpeakUp’s AI-powered suite is purpose-built to meet these demands, offering modern, accountable tools for managing employee disclosures, conflict-of-interest approvals, and policy adherence. By combining advanced AI capabilities with robust compliance features, SpeakUp positions itself as the go-to solution for enterprises navigating the complexities of today’s regulatory landscape.
Accelerating Growth in the US Market
Building on its strong global adoption, SpeakUp is accelerating its footprint in the US market through a strategic growth plan set to unfold in the second half of 2025. This includes expanding regional teams, enhancing go-to-market capabilities, and deepening engagement with US enterprises and mid-market organizations seeking agile, AI-driven compliance solutions.
To guide this next phase of growth, SpeakUp has appointed Tom McNamara to its Board of Directors. With over 15 years of global leadership experience, including senior roles at Navex, Avetta, and Viewpoint, and his current position as CEO of Plixer, Tom brings invaluable expertise to SpeakUp. Working closely with CEO Tim Morss, he will help shape the company’s strategy as it scales its presence across the US market.
A New Era for Compliance
“This launch reflects what compliance teams have been asking for—tools that go beyond intake to deliver clarity, speed, and real impact,” said Tim Morss, CEO of SpeakUp. “With strong momentum globally and a strategic focus on the US, including the appointment of Tom McNamara to our Board, we’re entering a transformative new phase for SpeakUp and our customers.”
By combining cutting-edge AI technology with a comprehensive approach to ethics and compliance, SpeakUp is redefining how organizations manage risk, foster transparency, and build trust. As regulatory pressures mount and the demand for modern compliance solutions grows, SpeakUp is poised to lead the charge, empowering businesses to navigate the complexities of today’s ethical and regulatory landscape with confidence.
About SpeakUp
SpeakUp is a leading provider of ethics and compliance technology, designed to simplify the way organizations manage risk and foster transparent workplace cultures. The platform enables employees to easily understand, report, and disclose ethics and compliance matters, while offering compliance officers a centralized system to manage daily workflows and act on critical issues efficiently.
More than 600 companies – including BMW, Nestle, and Randstad – and over 10 million individuals worldwide rely on SpeakUp to support ethical behavior and regulatory compliance. Trusted by compliance managers, HR leaders, and legal consultants, the AI-powered platform helps organizations stay ahead of evolving regulations and effectively mitigate risk.
