Pav Gill Turns From Whistleblower to Entrepreneur with Confide, a New Reporting Platform for Corporate Bad Behavior

At a time when corporate missteps can quickly become headline news, Confide empowers companies to address issues before they become public. Launched yesterday, Confide’s groundbreaking platform revolutionizes the way businesses handle governance, risk management, and ethical integrity by offering a safe, confidential space for employees and stakeholders to voice concerns without fear of retaliation or exposure.

Conceived by Pav Gill, renowned for his pivotal role in exposing the Wirecard scandal, Confide fills a critical void in existing corporate governance frameworks. It offers organizations essential insights into potential “game-over events” that senior leadership might otherwise miss until it’s too late. By enabling secure and confidential internal reporting, Confide prevents concerns from being stifled by middle management or by the absence of safe reporting avenues. The tool can also be used to digitize the investigation process thus enabling investigators to collect and manage information.

The urgency for such an innovation is highlighted by recent corporate catastrophes, including the Boeing 737 Max incidents, the UK Post Office Horizon scandal, and the collapses of financial giants like Credit Suisse and Silicon Valley Bank. These events demonstrate the dire consequences of poor internal communication and oversight. The launch of Confide is timely, promising to foster a culture of greater transparency and accountability within the corporate sector.

Standing alone in the market in terms of relevant expertise and design, Confide is the premier platform offering a comprehensive digitized end-to-end investigation process, complete with a built-in audit trail. This feature is crucial for promptly addressing issues and for bolstering long-term governance and risk management strategies through a clear record of actions undertaken.

“Confide’s mission is to provide companies with an early detection tool to manage serious concerns internally, upholding integrity and averting potential scandals,” stated Pav Gill, CEO & Founder of Confide. “Our unique platform transcends the limitations of existing ‘glorified inbox’ solutions, embodying our commitment to promoting a corporate world where swift, internal issue resolution is the norm—benefitting employees, organizations, and lawmakers alike. The digitization of the internal investigation not only leads to costs and time savings but faith in the whistleblowing channel.”

In anticipation of its launch, Confide has garnered significant endorsement from industry leaders, signaling the platform’s importance and anticipated impact. Its collaboration with the Association of Corporate Investigators reaffirms its dedication to elevating corporate governance standards.

The platform’s introduction was celebrated at a notable event at aqua shard, London, drawing experts from finance, governance, and media to discuss the critical role of ethical business practices and the transformative potential of Confide’s technology.

Looking ahead, Confide plans to broaden its influence by establishing its European operational base in The Hague, the International City of Peace and Justice with the support of the regional development corporation InnovationQuarter, and to continue refining its features, including the integration of AI-driven risk assessments and improved compatibility with corporate systems. These developments are poised to solidify Confide’s leadership in revolutionizing corporate governance for the modern era.