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From compliance to sustained growth: FTI welcomes Cranium as partner 

FTI proudly announces its latest partnership with Cranium, a niche consultancy firm specializing in privacy, security, and digital law compliance.

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With its holistic approach and entrepreneurial mindset, Cranium will serve as a valuable ally to the members of the FTI Alliance – helping them navigate compliance challenges while unlocking the full potential of data and technology.

 

“FTI's focus on fostering innovation aligns seamlessly with our mission to simplify governance and compliance in order to give organizations a springboard for further growth,” says Lisa De Smet, Group Head of Legal at Cranium. “Together, we aim to inspire organizations with pragmatic solutions that empower them to share data confidently and sustainably.” 

 

Compliance as an enabler for growth 

Many organizations view compliance as a necessary evil, but Cranium sees it as a unique opportunity. Lisa explains: “A compliance tool like the Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA), for example, is a legal requirement. At the same time, it’s a chance to map data flows, optimize business processes, and build a strong foundation for innovation. We sometimes see companies rushing to become compliant but failing to create a clear framework tailored to their organization. We believe it’s essential to sit down together at the drawing table and design this properly. By integrating compliance into the DNA of a business, we help organizations grow sustainably.” 

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    Lisa De Smet, Head of Legal at Cranium: “Like FTI, we believe in a ‘can-do’ mentality and actively co-create with clients to design solutions that truly work.”

Cranium’s practical, no-nonsense approach for startups and scaleups is what sets them apart. Their team of experts, which includes not only legal professionals but also IT specialists and project managers, etc. works side-by-side with clients to deliver actionable solutions. “We work with our clients to make things happen,” says Lisa. 

 

A shared vision of entrepreneurship and community 

Both FTI and Cranium have a strong heart for entrepreneurship and community building. “Like FTI, we believe in a ‘can-do’ mentality and actively co-create with clients to design solutions that truly work. This partnership underscores our shared belief in collaboration as the key to driving innovation”, Lisa notes. 

 

A partnership with purpose 

Louis Behaeghe, Strategic Partnerships Manager at FTI, shares his excitement about this partnership: “Cranium’s ability to think pragmatically to support startups and scaleups in order to bridge the gap between law and technology is exactly what our community needs. Their straightforward approach and positive mindset make them a valuable partner in supporting our members.” 

 

Lisa concludes: “We’re very happy to partner with FTI and look forward to empowering businesses together. By combining legal expertise with a passion for entrepreneurship, we aim to inspire others and make compliance a catalyst for success.”